The challenge after election day
You won. Now what?
Most elected officials lose touch with constituents between elections. The campaign infrastructure disappears. The email list goes dormant. The volunteers move on. By the next election, you’re starting from scratch.
The best local representatives stay engaged year-round. They know what their community cares about. They communicate proactively. They show up as more than a name on a ballot.
What gov.vote offers elected officials
Constituent communication
Regular updates on what you’re working on. Town hall announcements. Issue-specific alerts. Keep your community informed without relying on local media coverage.
Two-way engagement
Let constituents reach you through your platform. Collect input on upcoming votes. Understand what your community actually thinks, not what shows up at council meetings.
Issue tracking
Know what issues matter to which constituents. When housing comes up, you know who to update. When transit is on the agenda, you know who’s engaged.
Event management
Town halls, office hours, community walks. Professional event management without the overhead.
Separate from campaign
Your constituent engagement is separate from your re-election campaign. Different purpose, different rules, different data. We help you keep them appropriately separated.
Why ongoing engagement matters
Better representation
You can’t represent people you don’t hear from. Ongoing engagement means understanding your constituents’ priorities, not just guessing.
Stronger re-election position
When election time comes, you have an engaged base. People who’ve heard from you, who know your work, who feel connected to you. That’s worth more than any campaign mail piece.
Healthier democracy
Local democracy works better when representatives are accessible. When constituents feel heard. When there’s ongoing conversation, not just election-season noise.
How it works
Your official presence
yourname.toronto.ca.gov.vote — a professional, local presence for constituent engagement.
Import your community
Bring in your existing contacts. We’ll help you segment them appropriately and start engaging.
Regular communication
Set up a regular newsletter. Share what you’re working on. Ask for input on upcoming decisions.
Track engagement
Know who’s reading, who’s responding, who’s showing up. Understand your community’s engagement over time.
Compliance considerations
Constituent engagement as an elected official has different rules than campaign activity. We help you understand the boundaries and stay compliant:
- Separate databases for official vs. campaign activity
- Clear guidance on appropriate use
- Audit trails for transparency
Getting started
- Sign up free
- Set up your official presence
- Import your constituent base
- Start engaging
The best time to stay connected is now—not when the next election starts.