File Your Nomination Papers

Nomination Period

The nomination period for the 2025 St. Albert Municipal Election runs from January 1, 2025, and closes at 12 noon on September 22, 2025 (Nomination Day).

Nomination Categories

You can become a candidate for one of the following:

  • Mayor
  • Councillor
  • Public School Board Trustee
  • Catholic School Board Trustee

Candidate Handbook

The 2025 Candidate Handbook is a resource during the election process that provides general candidate information, contacts, details on the roles of members of Council, nomination information and more.

Nomination Forms

Before submitting your nomination, please confirm your eligibility.


Mayor and Councillor: You must complete a required nomination form in order to run as a candidate in the 2025 election.


School Boards Trustee: Please visit the corresponding school board wesbsite for your nomination form.


Submitting Your Nomination

You may file your nomination forms starting January 2, 2025 up until the close of nominations on September 22, 2025 by 12 noon (Nomination Day). The nomination forms must be signed by the candidate and witnessed by a Commissioner for Oaths in Alberta. Original wet signatures are required, no photocopies, facsimiles or emailed forms will be accepted. 

We encourage you to book an appointment before arriving to file. You can file your completed nomination forms by in person appointment, drop off, courier or mail.

There are two ways to file your nomination.

  1. By appointment: A candidate can schedule an appointment with a member of the election staff by emailing election@stalbert.ca
    *Recommended
  2. Drop off, mail or courier: please drop off or send your nomination to the following address:
    *Use mail or courier at your own risk
    • City of St. Albert
      Attention: Election Office
      3rd Floor, 5 St. Anne Street
      St. Albert, AB T8N 3Z9

Note: A person who files a nomination should also submit their notice of intent at the same time. If the notice of intent is not filed the same day, the candidate cannot accept contributions or incur expenses.

Withdrawal of Nomination

As per section 32 of the LAEA, the last day to formally withdraw a nomination is 12 noon on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. After this date, your name will appear on the ballot. From there, you are responsible for informing voters of your withdrawal. 

To withdraw your nomination, you must submit a written statement to the Returning Officer. Withdrawals will not be accepted if you have been declared elected by acclamation. Withdrawal notices are final. If you withdraw, then change your mind, you must submit a new nomination.

A written withdrawal statement can be submitted in one of the following ways: 

  1. Email: election@stalbert.ca
  2. Mail or In Person: 
    • City of St. Albert 
      Attention: Election Office 
      3rd Floor, 5 St. Anne Street 
      St. Albert, AB T8N 3Z9 

More Information

The LAEA governs elections for Alberta’s local jurisdictions, including the City of St. Albert and the St. Albert School Boards. Prospective candidates should refer to the LAEA for complete details on the nomination process regarding the full extent of their obligations. The Election Office can provide information to candidates; however, for certain situations candidates may need to obtain legal advice.

If you have any questions about the rules for running for election, additional information for candidates can be found at alberta.ca/municipal-elections or by contacting Municipal Affairs 780-427-2225 / ma.advisory@gov.ab.ca


Please check back regularly as information on this page is subject to change and/or additional information may be posted. This information is provided as a courtesy to candidates and the City of St. Albert is in no way responsible for errors or omissions. Please consult the Local Authorities Election Act  as a comprehensive guide to the election and the changes within. It is the responsibility of the candidate to read and understand the legislation and bylaw(s) concerning this election.


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Last edited: February 6, 2025