Thinking of Running for Council?
Before throwing your hat in the ring, please take a moment to review the Candidate Information Package. This comprehensive guide provides all the details on what’s required and how to navigate the process of running for Council.
Rural Municipalities of Alberta Resources
RMA and ABmunis are offering a series of informative webinars for prospective council candidates and anyone interested in learning more about municipal service. These sessions cover everything from the daily duties of councillors to the long-term impact they have on their communities. You can also find helpful videos and additional resources on the same page to guide you through what it means to serve in local government. View the full webinar schedule and explore more at: RMA: Running for municipal office
Government of Alberta Resources
Additionally, we encourage you to watch the informative videos below, provided by the Provincial Government, offering valuable insights into what it means to serve on Council and the election process.
- What do I need to know about municipalities and local governance?
- What are the different roles in a municipality?
- What can I expect and what is expected of me as a member of council?
- How do I run for elected office?
Get informed, get inspired, and take the first step toward making a difference in your community!
Submitting a Nomination for Councillor
Nomination Deadline: Noon, September 22, 2025
Getting Started
Begin by reviewing the Candidate Information Package, this comprehensive guide provides all the details on what’s required and how to navigate the process of running for Council.
Please find below all the required forms along with important instructions. Be sure to review the Electoral Division Map below to confirm your division.
If you wish to begin campaigning before submitting your nomination forms, you must complete the Notice of Intent form. This form can be submitted at any time before or alongside your nomination package.
Nomination Forms
All required forms can be found below organized by County division.
NEW – a criminal record must be filed with the nomination form. See the link below for details on the type of criminal record check required
Note: Signatures must be original inked signatures, not digital or electronic.
Submitting Forms
- Submit your Notice of Intent, or Nomination Package to the Returning Officer, Margaret Jones, at the County Service Centre.
- If submitting before September 22, 2025, please book an appointment using the contact information below.
- For details of submitting by mail or via the County drop box please review the Candidate Information Package.
Other Resources
- A candidate’s guide: running for municipal office in Alberta
- Government of Canada Employees: I want to become a candidate
- Election signs
- Roles and responsibilities of municipal officials
- Pecuniary and conflict of interest for councillors
- What every councillor needs to know : a council member’s handbook
- Local Authorities Election Act
Questions?
- Send us a message by selecting "Election" on our contact form, or call
- Margaret Jones, Returning Officer, at 780-663-3730 ext. 1016, or
- Meagan Walsh, Substitute Returning Officer, 780-663-3730 ext. 1023