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Running for Municipal Office- Information & Forms for Council Candidates

MEMBER OF COUNCIL - RUNNING FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICE INFORMATION & FORMS

BY-ELECTION 2026


Vacancies:

  • Councillors (1)

Elections will be conducted in accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act and other applicable municipal bylaws and policies.

 

Nomination Period

  • Nomination Period: Is now open for the Town of Sexsmith until October 26, 2026 (until 12:00 p.m.)
  • Candidate Information Packages will be available at the Town Administration Office or online.
  • Candidates can file nomination papers during office hours throughout the nomination period.

 

Nomination Day

  • Deadline: October 26, 2026 by 12:00 p.m.

 

Election Day

  • Date: November 23, 2026

 

Eligibility Requirements for Candidates

To run for any office in the election, you must meet the following criteria:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • A Canadian citizen

  • Must have been a resident of the local jurisdiction for the 6 consecutive months immediately preceding nomination day. LAEA 21(0.1) (b)

  • Not otherwise disqualified or ineligible

For further eligibility requirements, refer to the Local Authorities Election Act and Municipal Elections – Overview | Alberta.ca.


Notice of Intent

As required by Section 147.22 of the Local Authorities Election Act, a candidate must submit a Notice of Intent before accepting campaign contributions or incurring campaign expenses.

  • This form must be submitted before any campaigning begins.
  • Once submitted, candidates are added to the Register of Candidates and can begin accepting contributions and incurring expenses.
  • To officially be a candidate and appear on the ballot, you must complete the nomination process.

Notice of Intent Form:

  • Form: Local Authorities Election Act (Section 147.22) LGS14717 Rev. 2024-10

 

Nomination Process

Nomination forms have not yet been released by Municipal Affairs.  Forms will be added once they are released.

Candidates must submit the following forms to the Returning Officer:

  1. Nomination Paper and Candidates Acceptance (Form 4)
  2. Candidate Financial Information (Form 5)
  3. Authorization for Release - Town of Sexsmith

 

Both Form 4 and Form 5 must be submitted together, in accordance with Part 1, Section 27 of the Local Authorities Election Act.
 Forms will be available in physical form at the Town Office during office hours.

 

Campaign Disclosure and Financial Statements:

  • Form 26: Campaign Disclosure Statement and Financial Statement must be filed to avoid penalties.

Return completed forms to: Alex Wories, Returning Officer

 

Required Forms and Documents

(links will go live once resources are published)

 

For detailed guidance on running for municipal office, refer to:

This information is provided to assist prospective candidates in preparing for the 2025 municipal election. Please consult the Local Authorities Election Act for more details.