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What would happen if a referendum proceeds?

17 June 2024

The Study team has prepared a summary of what will happen in the coming months and what the process would be IF a referendum is pursued. It is not assumed that a referendum will occur, but this information is provided nonetheless so that residents can know what to expect it that direction is ultimately recommended by the Study Committee and RDOS and accepted by the Province.

You can read the full document here. It covers topics like:

  • Who decides if there will be a referendum?
  • What happens in a referendum?
  • Who would be eligible to vote in a referendum?
  • What happens if the majority of electors vote against incorporation?
  • What happens if the majority of electors vote for incorporation?

This document was prepared using information available at the time of writing.