When are municipal elections? The next general municipal election will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026. They are held every four years on the first Monday in November. Between general municipal elections, when vacancies occur on council, a by-election must be held within six...
What are the rules for campaign fundraising and expenses? The Campaign Contributions and Election Expenses Bylaw Regulations set out the rules for a municipality’s bylaw. Many municipalities address these rules in their “Municipal Election Bylaw.” Can I contribute to my own...
The Municipal Election Guidebook (1st Edition) provides an overview of the municipal election process.
This guide provides a brief overview of what members of council will encounter or need to know during their term of office, such as the roles of council and administration, conflict of interest, public participation in municipal decision-making and council’s role in finan
This resource was prepared in April 2017 to explain many of the key changes that result from the adoption of the Municipal Government Act (MGA). It was created for general information purposes.
This is a sample template for a code of conduct bylaw in accordance with section 107 of the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and
This is a sample template for a bylaw to manage and dispose of records in accordance with section 117 of the MGA and the Record Retention regulations.
Sample Access to Information and Protection of Personal Information Bylaw.
This manual has been prepared by the Municipal Affairs Division. It is designed
to serve as a guide for municipalities preparing municipal bylaws. Municipal Affairs recommends that a
This is a sample template for a Controlled Corporation Utility bylaw in accordance with section 183 of the MGA.