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Municipal Election
The next municipal election is Monday, October 18, 2021.
Starting January 4, 2021, you can become a candidate for mayor or councillor.
The Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) governs elections for Alberta's local jurisdictions. All candidates should check the LAEA for complete details on the nomination process.
Download our Candidates’ Handbook (PDF) to help you understand the requirements of the role and access information resources, including how to file your nomination papers.
All candidates must complete the following forms, which can be downloaded from the Government of Alberta website:
Form 4:
Nomination forms can be filed by mail for the time being. More information will become available as the pandemic restrictions change, and in-person filing is possible.
Nominations forms should be mailed to:
Returning Officer
PO Box 520
Jasper, Alta.
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Your community is shaped by the outcome of an Election. Voting connects citizens with the political process and with each other. When you take part in an election and express your view, you make democracy work.
Information when/where to vote and voter identification requirements will be available closer to Election Day.
Prospective Candidates
Starting January 4, 2021, you can become a candidate for mayor or councillor.
The Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) governs elections for Alberta's local jurisdictions. All candidates should check the LAEA for complete details on the nomination process.
Information for candidates
Download our Candidates’ Handbook (PDF) to help you understand the requirements of the role and access information resources, including how to file your nomination papers.
Nomination forms
All candidates must complete the following forms, which can be downloaded from the Government of Alberta website:
Form 4:
- Form 4 must be signed by a Commissioner of Oaths or Notary Public for Alberta, or the Returning Officer or delegate (available in person, by appointment only).
- If applicable, Form 5 should Include campaign banking information. Do not use personal banking information.
Nomination forms can be filed by mail for the time being. More information will become available as the pandemic restrictions change, and in-person filing is possible.
Nominations forms should be mailed to:
Returning Officer
PO Box 520
Jasper, Alta.
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Voter information
Your community is shaped by the outcome of an Election. Voting connects citizens with the political process and with each other. When you take part in an election and express your view, you make democracy work.
Information when/where to vote and voter identification requirements will be available closer to Election Day.
Important dates
- Monday, January 4, 2021: First day of the nomination period
- Monday, September 20, 2021: Last day to file nomination papers. Deadline is 12 p.m. (noon).
- Tuesday, September 21, 2021: Deadline for candidates to withdraw nominations or change office. Deadline is 12 p.m. (noon).
- Monday, October 18, 2021: Election Day.