Edmontonians who want to run for office to become Mayor, City Councillor, Edmonton Public School Board or Edmonton Catholic School Division Trustee must complete a number of steps before they can collect campaign contributions and be added to the ballot.
Campaign Period
The campaign period runs from October 31, 2024 to December 31, 2025.
Candidates may raise funds for their election campaigns during this time after completing their notice of intent.
Deposit Fees
| Race | Deposit |
|---|---|
| Mayor | $500 |
| City Councillors | $100 |
| Catholic School Division Trustees | $100 |
| Public School Board Trustees | $100 |
Campaigning Rules
When campaigning, candidates must be aware of where they may or may not campaign. For the most part, campaigning in public places is allowed. However, some restrictions apply.
Campaigning Neighbourhood Maps
Neighbourhoods make up City of Edmonton wards and school division wards. Use the lookup tool to find a list of neighbourhood maps that belong to a specific ward.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Councillor and school board trustee candidates are not required to be a resident of the ward in either a general election or a by-election, but must be a resident of the city for the six consecutive months before nomination day.
Yes. A notice of intent must be submitted for each election that you intend to run in.
No. Submitting a notice of intent is one step in the process. It does not mean you are nominated and will appear on the ballot.
To become a nominated candidate and appear on the ballot, a candidate must complete the nomination process during the Nomination Period from January 1-September 17, 2029 for 2029 Edmonton Election.
No, a deposit is not required when filing a notice of intent.
Contact Us
Edmonton Elections
Office Hours
Monday to Friday: 9am-4pm
Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: Closed
Email elections@edmonton.ca
Phone 780-442-8683