Next general municipal election: Saturday, October 20, 2018
Elections
Requirements to vote
In order to be eligible to vote locally as a resident or non-resident property elector, a person must:
- be 18 years of age or older when they register to vote, or 18 years or older on general voting day,
- be a Canadian citizen,
- have been a resident of BC for at least six months before they register to vote,
- have either lived or owned property in the jurisdiction in which they intend to vote for at least 30 days before they register to vote, and
- not be disqualified under the Local Government Act, or any other enactment, or by law from voting in a local election
View the Voter's Guide to Local Elections in BC
Requirements to be a candidate for Council
To run in the election, you must:
- be 18 years of age or older on general voting day; and
- be a Canadian citizen; and
- have lived in BC for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and
- not be disqualified by law from being nominated, elected, or holding office.
View candidate guides and resources on the Province of BC website
Elections BC local election candidate guidelines
What Every Candidate Needs to Know
Thinking of running for local office? Watch these videos:
Characteristics of Effective Locally Elected Officials
Testing Your Readiness for Local Office
Local Government Decision Making
Roles and Responsibilities of Elected Officials