2025 Municipal Elections
Section 12 of the Local Authorities Election Act (the Act) requires Summer Villages to determine a Nomination Day, to occur in June or July of 2025. If the number of candidates nominated exceeds the number of candidates required, then there is an election 4 weeks after nomination day. The following dates have been set for the Summer Village of Seba Beach 2025 General Municipal Election:
Nomination Day:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon
at the Seba Beach Village Office, 140 – 3rd Street S, Seba Beach
Advance Vote:
Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Location to be determined
Election Day:
Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m.
at the Seba Beach Village Pavilion, 505 – 1 Ave S, Seba Beach
Key Notices:
Notice of Nomination Day – (add link)
Notice of Election – to be posted
Notice of Preliminary Results – to be posted
Notice of Official Results – to be posted
Key Contacts:
Returning Officer – Emily House – 780-797-3863 (svseba@telusplanet.net)
Substitute Returning Officer –Susan Stuart – 780-797-3863 (sstuart@sebabeach.ca)
Nomination Information:
Nomination packages can be downloaded (add link) or can be picked up at the Municipal Office, located at 140 – 3rd Street S, Seba Beach. Or you can download the required forms directly from the Municipal Affairs website, https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-election-forms.
There are a number of forms included in the Nomination Package, please note that these cannot be submitted electronically:
- Form 29 Notice of Intent – this is notice that you intend to run in the municipal election. This form can be handed in to the Returning Officer at any time. The latest it can be handed in is when your nomination is filed.
- Form 4 Nomination Paper & Candidates Acceptance – this form must be filled out entirely and include the signature of at least 5 eligible electors.
- Form 5 Candidate Financial Information – This must be handed in with your nomination papers.
- Form 26 Campaign Disclosure Statement & Financial Statement – this form must be handed in, by all candidates, no later than March 1, 2026.
Before completing and submitting a Notice of Intent, ensure that you are eligible to run as a candidate in the upcoming 2025 municipal election.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible to be nominated as a candidate, an individual must be:
- At least 18 years of age on nomination day which is June 14, 2025
- A Canadian Citizen
- Not otherwise ineligible or disqualified under sections 22, 23, and 23.1 of the Local Authorities Elections Act.
- To qualify for nomination as a councillor in a summer village, a person is not required to be a resident of the summer village but must be entitled to vote in the election and have been a resident of Alberta for the 12 consecutive months immediately preceding election day.
We encourage you to review the eligibility requirements in the LAEA prior to submitting a Notice of Intent. Submitting the Notice of Intent and being added to the Registry of Candidates is not a substitute for completing the nomination process.
Campaign Bank Accounts:
Alberta Municipal Affairs has revised its approach concerning the requirement for candidates to establish dedicated bank accounts. They have acknowledged the concerns raised by candidates from smaller communities who may have little or no campaign contributions. Under the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA), candidates are required to open a bank account only once total contributions reach $1,000, including any monetary contributions made by the candidate to their own campaign.
Nomination papers and associated forms will be accepted on Nomination Day from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. If someone other than you is dropping off your paperwork, they must be your appointed Official Agent and the forms must be signed by a Commissioner of Oaths where applicable.
Information & Resources:
Becoming a municipal elected official is a significant responsibility that shapes the future of local communities. Councillors have the power to make decisions affecting infrastructure, budgeting, economic development, and essential services, directly improving residents' quality of life. Running for office is a rewarding way to serve your community, though it can be overwhelming. Please see resources for candidates below:
- Running for Municipal Office
- Municipal Elections Overview
- Local Authorities Election Act
- Municipal Affairs – A Candidates Guide: Running for Municipal Office in Alberta
To raise awareness about the upcoming municipal elections and assist residents interested in running for Council, ABmunis and RMA are hosting a webinar to provide valuable guidance. We believe the April 23rd session would be the best one for Summer Village residents to attend. Check out this link on how to register for this webinar: https://abmunis-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V3aFrUHSRLiEoeknXQYw0g#/registration
Candidate's Guide for Running for Local Office Alberta
Webinar Description:
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? If you're considering running for local council in a small Alberta municipality, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis) and Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) are hosting a webinar to help you prepare for this year’s election.
In this engaging session, you'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of local office, how it compares to federal and provincial governments, and the incredible rewards that come with serving your community. You'll also get an inside look at how councils are structured, what’s expected of council members, and the unique impact you can have in a village and summer village. The content of this webinar is catered to persons who live in a village and summer village; however, any Albertan is welcome to attend this webinar to learn about the experience of serving on council. If the timing of this webinar does not work with your schedule, please feel free to register for any of our upcoming municipal election webinars no matter the type of your municipality. Visit ABmunis events page for a full listing of the webinars
But that’s not all! The presentation will feature guest speakers from local councils who will share their personal experiences leading small Alberta municipalities. Plus, there will be a Q&A session where you can ask questions and gain valuable insights on what it’s like to be a local elected official.
To attend a webinar simply register here. We hope to see you there!
The Villages and Summer Villages webinar will run on the following dates:
- April 23, 2025 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm (Featuring ASVA and ABmunis Board member Ren Giesbrecht, Mayor of the Summer Village of West Cove
- May 6, 2025 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm