2025 Municipal Election
The next municipal election will take place on Monday, October 20th , 2025.
Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for up-to-date information.
Information for Candidates
Resources:
- Local Authorities Election Act
- Municipal Government Act
- Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA): Running for Municipal Office
- Government of Alberta – Municipal Elections – Information for Prospective Canadidates
Nomination period is open from now until 12:00 pm on September 22, 2025 (Nomination Day).
Please book an appointment with the Returning Officer if you would like to submit nomination papers. Call 403-485-3102 to schedule an appointment.
Qualifications – candidates must be:
- 18 years of age or older
- A Canadian resident
- A resident of Vulcan County and the particular division for at least 6 consecutive months preceding Nomination Day
- Not otherwise ineligible or disqualified as per the Local Authorities Election Act
Nomination Requirements:
- Form 4 – Nomination Paper & Candidates Acceptance
- Form 4 – Additional Elector Signatures (optional)
- Form 5 – Candidate Information
Candidates are responsible for ensuring compliance with the Local Authorities Election Act.
If you have any questions, please contact the Returning Officer at 403-485-3102 or ro@vulcancounty.ab.ca