Running for political office while in the reserves?

[Flyingboy444]

Hi, if I join the reserves would I be able to present myself in a election (federal, provincial and municipal)? Is there any restrictions?

Thank you

 

[ModlrMike]

Yes, however you must request Excused Drill and Training (ED&T) status for the duration of the campaign. If elected, I believe you must submit your release from the CF.

 

[mariomike]

Hi, if I join the reserves would I be able to present myself in a election (federal, provincial and municipal)? Is there any restrictions?

This discussion may be of interest.

Keep Politics Away From Forces 
http://army.ca/forums/threads/91014/post-896934.html#msg896934

Reply #16 and #17.

 

[dapaterson]

Interestingly, the Hansard for June 1944 has several speeches from Honourable Members giving tribute to some of their fellow members who went ashore in Normandy, suggesting that a precedent exists for simultaneously being a Member of Parliament and in the military.

However, I'd suggest you not take advice on an internet forum.  Find a decent constitutional lawyer, examine the precedents and current legislative and regulatory frameworks, and go from there.

 

[Brasidas]

Iirc when I was in Gagetown about fifteen years ago, there was a member who held municipal-level office.

 

[Flyingboy444]

Thank you