Candidate Information

The Municipal District of Peace No. 135 is divided into 5 wards (electoral divisions). A candidate must be a resident of the ward in which they are seeking election. Further, a candidate's Nomination Paper must be signed by at least 5 persons who are electors eligible to vote in the election, are residents in the Municipality, and are residents of the candidate’s ward. 

Notice of Nomination Day

The Municipal Office will open on January 2, 2025, to accept nomination papers.  The nomination period runs from January 1, 2025, to September 22, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.

Notice of Nomination Day 

The Candidate Information Package and all necessary forms for submitting nomination papers will be available online or at the Municipal Office Building during office hours.

Candidates can file nomination papers anytime during the nomination period with the Returning Officer during office hours. It is recommended that an appointment be made with the Returning Officer to ensure availability. 

Additional resources will be provided on the municipal website, and will be updated as the Government of Alberta releases revised documents (including forms and handbooks). Such resources include, but are not limited to, the following:

Legislation

• Local Authorities Election Act
• Municipal Government Act

Handbooks

• A Candidate's Guide For Running For Municipal Office (2025)
• What Every Councillor Needs to Know - A Council Member’s Handbook (2025)
• Municipal District of Peace No. 135 Candidate Information Package

Websites

• Government of Alberta (Municipal Elections)
• Municipal Election Forms

Municipal Policies

• ADM-8 - Per Diem and Expense

Municipal Bylaws 

• Bylaw 4/2025 - Procedural Bylaw
• Bylaw 6/2017 - Council Code of Conduct