Election
Municipal Elections
Municipal Elections are held on the third Monday of October every four years. The next scheduled Municipal Election for the Town of Pincher Creek will be October 20, 2025.
Key Dates
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Nomination period |
January 1 - September 22, 2025 |
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Nomination Day |
September 22, 2025 |
10:00am - 12:00pm |
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Advanced Voting |
TBD |
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Election Day |
October 20, 2025 |
10:00am - 8:00pm |
Forms must be filed by September 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm (noon) at the Pincher Creek Town Office. No monetary deposit is required to submit Nominiation Papers.
Candidate Information
The information within this section provides a brief introduction of the requirements for running for office in the Town of Pincher Creek. Candidates are responsible for understanding all legislation concerning elections. Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
This could be your chance to make a lasting impact in your Town. Ready to learn more? Explore what it takes to run for Council. Whether you're considering running for Mayor or Councillor, we encourage you to review the Candidate's Nomination Package, familiarize yourself with Council's roles and responsibilities, and explore meeting agendas and minutes to understand current issues and priorities.
Remember, running for office is a significant commitment, and being informed is key to making a positive impact.
A Candidate's Guide to Running for Office in Alberta
Form 4 - Nomination Paper and Candiate's Acceptance
Form 5 - Candidate Financial Information
What every Councillor Needs to Know: A Council Member's Handbook
Voter Information
Voter Elegibility
You are an eligible voter if you:
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are at least 18 years old
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are a Canadian Citizen
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are a resident of the Town of Pincher Creek on Election Day
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can provide authorized identification
All voters must sign the voting register stating that they meet these qualifications before they will be given a ballot.
Note: Landed immigrants and British subjects are not eligible to vote.
Voter identification requirements
In order to vote in the upcoming municipal elections, voters will be required to provide proof of their name and home address. The following types of verification meet the standard provincial requirement for one piece of identification.
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Identification issued by a Canadian government, whether federal, provincial or local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and their name and current address.
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Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence for Tenant Elector issued by the authorized representative of a commercial property management company.
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Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence for Homeless Elector issued by the authorized representative of a facility that provides services to the homeless.
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Supportive Living Facility issued by the authorized representative of a supportive living facility or treatment centre.
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Bank or credit card statement or personal cheque.
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Correspondence issued by a school, college or university.
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Government cheque or cheque stub.
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Income or property tax assessment notice.
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Insurance policy or coverage card.
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Letter from a public curator, public guardian or public trustee.
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Pension plan statement of benefits, contributions or participation.
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Residential lease or mortgage statement.
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Statement of government benefits (for example, employment insurance, old-age security, social assistance, disability support or child tax benefit).
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Utility bill (for example, telephone, public utilities commission, television, hydro, gas or water).
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Vehicle ownership, registration or insurance certificate.
