Register of Candidates
Prospective 2025 - 2029 Reeve and Councillors
Nominated Candidate List
2025 Municipal General Election Candidates.
Nominated candidates who have standalone websites or social media channels dedicated to their election campaigns will be noted and cross-linked in the Details column accordingly.
Name | Division | Office |
|---|---|---|
Murray Kerik | 1&2 | Reeve |
Ryan Cooper | 1&2 | Reeve |
Thomas Snowden | 2 | Councillor |
Norm Seatter | 2 | Councillor |
Brad Pearson | 2 | Councillor |
Lester Vanhill | 1 | Councillor |
Richard Colborne | 1 | Councillor |
Sandra Melzer | 1 | Councillor |
For the High Prairie School Division there are four candidates running for School Trustees with two available seats.
Steven Adams
Susan Giesbrecht
Cory Hughes
Joy McGregor.
For the Pembina Hills East Ward 2 there are two candidates running for School Trustee with one seat available.
Sherry Allan
Nicholas T.G. McCann
About the Municipal General Election
Municipal Elections are held every four years. The next election is October 20, 2025. As a resident of Lesser Slave River, this is your opportunity to elect Councillors who will represent our municipality for the next four years.
In Lesser Slave River, Councillors are elected by division, with voters casting their ballot based on their division of residence. Voters from both divisions also vote to elect the Reeve. There are two divisions in the MD.
A Four-Year Commitment
The Reeve and Councillors serve a four-year term that begins at the first Council meeting following the election, and continues until the first Council meeting after the next election.
Office of the Reeve
The Reeve is the chief elected official of the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River. The Reeve's duties encompass those of both a Councillor and Chief Elected Official.
- Number of positions: 1
- Term of office: 4 Years
Office of Councillor
A Councillor is a member of the duly elected Council of the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River.
- Number of positions: 6
- Term of office: 4 Years
Boards, Commissions and Committees
The Reeve and Councillors are appointed on an annual basis to various boards, commissions and committees (BCCs). These appointments are made at the Organizational Meeting of Council held in October of each year.
- Number of BCCs: 23
- Term of membership: 1 year
FAQ for Prospective Candidates
How do I become a candidate?
Prospective candidates must first file a Notice of Intent. Then Nomination Papers, financial information and contact information are filed with the returning officer at MD Administration Office in Slave Lake.
When are nomination papers filed?
Nomination papers can be filed with the returning officer) between January 1 and 12 noon on Monday, September 22 (nomination day). Appointments are required and can be arranged by emailing [email protected].
Forms that are incomplete or contain errors will not be accepted. A facsimile or email of nominations papers is not considered legal.
Can someone else submit nomination papers on my behalf?
Yes they can; however, the nomination papers must be fully completed. The candidate must also sign the form in front of a commissioner for oaths. No changes can be made to add information or correct errors unless the candidate is present.
Is submitting a notice of intent the same as submitting nomination papers?
No. Submitting a notice of intent is one step in the process and does not mean you have been nominated and will appear on the ballot. Once a prospective candidate's Notice of Intent submission is complete and they are added to the register of candidates, they can accept campaign contributions and incur campaign expenses. A candidate must complete the nomination process to become a nominated candidate and appear on the ballot.
Who is allowed to campaign?
Only nominated candidates that have filed their notice ofintent with the returning officer may campaign. A candidate must have a dedicated bank account open before they file their papers
When can election campaign signs be posted?
Campaign signs are permitted on private property once the candidate has filed their nomination papers. Permission must be obtained from the property owner.
When is campaigning prohibited?
Campaigning is prohibited in and around a voting station while voting is occurring. This includes canvassing for votes, displaying signage and wearing campaign materials.
As a candidate, do I have to disclose my financial contributions and expenses?
All candidates for MD Reeve or Councillor must file a disclosure statement by March 2, 2026, regardless of being self-funded or being elected.
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