Starting January 2, 2025, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇians can submit nomination packages to become official candidates and ensure their name appears on the ballot in the 2025 ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Election.

Key Dates

  • Nomination Period: January 2 to noon, September 22, 2025 (Nomination Day)
  • Election Day: October 20, 2025

To appear on the ballot, candidates must complete the following steps within the Nomination Period:

1: Confirm Eligibility

To be eligible, prospective candidates must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age on Nomination Day
  • Be a resident of ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ for the 6 consecutive months before Nomination Day
  • Be a Canadian citizen
  • Not be disqualified under the (sections 21-24) or (Sections 4(4) and 74)

2: Complete All Nomination Forms

Mayor

Form 4: Nomination Paper and Acceptance Form

Each office has a distinct form that must be used and each requires a different number of signatures from eligible voters:

  • Mayor - 100 signatures needed

Once completed, Form 4 must be signed by a Commissioner for Oaths. If candidates submit their nomination package in person, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections can provide this service free of charge.

Form 5: Candidate Financial Information

Candidates must inform ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections of any changes to the information provided in the Candidate Financial Information form within 48 hours. Visit Campaign Financing to learn more about financing requirements.

Candidate Contact Information Form (optional)

City Councillor

Form 4: Nomination Paper and Acceptance Form

Each office has a distinct form that must be used and each requires a different number of signatures from eligible voters:

  • City Councillor - 25 signatures needed

Once completed, Form 4 must be signed by a Commissioner for Oaths. If candidates submit their nomination package in person, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections can provide this service free of charge.

Form 5: Candidate Financial Information

Candidates must inform ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections of any changes to the information provided in the Candidate Financial Information form within 48 hours. Visit Campaign Financing to learn more about financing requirements.

Candidate Contact Information Form (optional)

ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Public Schools

Form 4: Nomination Paper and Acceptance Form

Each office has a distinct form that must be used and each requires a different number of signatures from eligible voters:

  • ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Public School Board Trustee - 25 signatures needed

Once completed, Form 4 must be signed by a Commissioner for Oaths. If candidates submit their nomination package in person, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections can provide this service free of charge.

Form 5: Candidate Financial Information

Candidates must inform ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections of any changes to the information provided in the Candidate Financial Information form within 48 hours. Visit Campaign Financing to learn more about financing requirements.

Candidate Contact Information Form (optional)

For reference:

EPSB Bulletin for Trustee Candidates
EPSB Electioneering Q&A for Trustee Candidates

ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Catholic School Division

Form 4: Nomination Paper and Acceptance Form

Each office has a distinct form that must be used and each requires a different number of signatures from eligible voters:

  • ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Catholic School Division Trustee - 25 signatures needed

Once completed, Form 4 must be signed by a Commissioner for Oaths. If candidates submit their nomination package in person, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections can provide this service free of charge.

Form 5: Candidate Financial Information

Candidates must inform ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections of any changes to the information provided in the Candidate Financial Information form within 48 hours. Visit Campaign Financing to learn more about financing requirements.

Candidate Contact Information Form (optional)

Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening 
As part of the nomination process, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Catholic Schools requires all Trustee candidates to submit a Criminal Record Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check, both conducted by the ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Police Service. These checks must be completed no later than 45 days before submitting a nomination package. All associated costs are the responsibility of the candidate.

Criminal Record Check
Visit the Police Information Checks Office, at  #108, 14315–118 Avenue (Nexus Business Park) to complete the criminal record check.

Vulnerable Sector Check
Once ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections has confirmed your notice of intent has been received, contact the ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Catholic School Division Board Office  to schedule an appointment to acquire a Vulnerable Sector Check.

For questions about this process, contact the ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Catholic School District (Courtney Naccarato at 780-441-6004 or courtney.naccarato@ecsd.net).

For reference:

ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Catholic School Division Elections Package 2025

3: Prepare the Deposit

Deposits must be made when submitting the nomination package. The deposit amounts are different for each office:

RaceDeposit
Mayor$500
City Councillors$100
ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Public School Board Trustees$100
ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Catholic School Division Trustees$100

4: Submit the Nomination Package

Prospective candidates can submit their packages and pay their deposits in person or by mail or courier. All forms must be fully completed before mailing them to ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections. Forms that are incomplete or contain errors may be returned.

In-Person

to meet with ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections to file a nomination package and pay the deposit.

Appointments are conducted at:

ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections Office
, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ, AB, T5M 3R8

City Hall (twice per month)
, ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ, AB, T5J 2R7

Deposits can be paid in cash, credit, debit, e-transfer, certified cheque or money order made payable to the ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ.

Courier or Mail

Send completed forms and deposit to:

ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections
16304 114 Avenue
ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ, AB T5M 3R8

Courier packages are received on weekdays from 9am-3pm.

Deposits can only be paid via e-transfer, certified cheque or money order made payable to The ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ. Do not send cash, or debit and credit card information in the mail.

5: Receive Confirmation from ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections

ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections will email confirmation within:

  • Up to 2 business days for in-person submissions
  • Up to 5 business days for mail or courier submissions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to live in the ward or school board district that I want to run in?

No, but you must be a resident of ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ for the 6 consecutive months prior to Nomination Day (September 22, 2025) and be a resident of ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ on Election Day (October 20, 2025).

Can I submit digital or electronic signatures in my nomination package?

No. All signatures must be original, inked signatures.

Will my deposit be refunded after the election?

Deposits are returned to candidates who are elected and to candidates who receive a number of votes that is equivalent to at least 50% of the votes cast for the elected candidate.

Can someone else submit the Nomination Paper on my behalf?

Yes. However, the Nomination Paper must be fully completed. No changes can be made to add information or correct errors unless the candidate is present.

Can I withdraw my Nomination after it’s been accepted by the Returning Officer?

Yes. A candidate can withdraw their nomination before noon on Nomination Day (September 22, 2025) as long as other candidates remain on the ballot. Contact ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections for more information. All candidates, including those who withdraw, must submit a Campaign Disclosure Statement.

I filed a Notice of Intent, do I still need to complete a nomination package?

A Notice of Intent allows candidates to receive campaign contributions and incur campaign expenses during the campaign period. A candidate must submit a nomination package to appear on the ballot.

Once my Nomination Paper has been accepted by the Returning Officer, can I accept campaign contributions and incur campaign expenses?

Only candidates who have submitted a Notice of Intent may accept contributions and incur expenses. Visit Running as a Candidate for more information.

Contact Us

ÁùºÏ²ÊÂíÀ´Î÷ÑÇ Elections

Office Hours
Monday to Friday: 9am-4pm
Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: Closed

Email  elections@edmonton.ca

Phone  780-496-8008

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