With the municipal election creeping closer, there are some important dates to keep front of mind in the next couple weeks.
The Whitecourt and District Chamber of Commerce is hosting a candidate information session this week to give residents a chance to meet the people running for council. School board trustee candidates will also be in attendance at this free event.
The session takes place Oct. 2, from 7-9 p.m. at the Whitecourt Legion.
Advance voting takes place on two dates:
- Oct. 14: St. Joseph Parish Hall from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Oct. 18: St. Joseph Parish Hall from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Election day is on Oct. 20 at the same location as advanced voting from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Residents who will be away for the election and advance voting days can apply to vote by special ballot until noon on Oct. 17. Special ballot packages must be returned to the Returning Officer by noon on Oct. 20. Applications are available online under “Special Ballots.”
Electors are reminded to register to vote proactively to save yourself time the day of. If your name is not on the voter registry when you arrive, you will need to complete a form before casting your ballot.
You can register or check your registration status through Voterlink.
You’ll also need to bring one or more of the acceptable forms of ID required by the Local Authorities Election Act. Only one piece of photo identification provided by the Canadian government, whether federal, provincial, or local, that includes your name and current address is needed. If you do not have government-issued photo identification, you will need to provide two pieces of ID, both with your full name and one with your current address. A list of eligible documents is available under “Voter Identification” here.
