(1)  The Returning Officer is to keep the ballot papers from an election until the later of the following occurrences:

(a) the 90-day period referred to in regulation 33 expires;

(b) any proceedings arising from applications made under regulation 33 in respect of the election are finally determined.

(2)  After complying with subregulation (1) , the Returning Officer is to cause the ballot papers to be destroyed.