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2026 By-election

The Town of Redwater has completed the nomination period for the office of Councillor.

At the close of nominations, the number of candidates is equal to the number of available positions. As a result, and subject to the required 24-hour period under the Local Authorities Election Act, no election is expected to be held for this office.

Following the legislated 24-hour period, the Returning Officer will make the official declaration. 

Once confirmed, an update will be provided regarding the sworn-in date for the incoming Councillor.

For questions or additional information, please contact the Returning Officer:
Miranda Dewit
780-942-3519 ext. 250
mdewit@redwater.ca

Last NameFirst NameNomination Filing Date
CowleyEdApril 14, 2026

Advance Vote

  • TBD

Election Day  

  • 10 am - 8 pm June 1, 2025
  • Location TBD
  • Institutional voting TBD

Voter Eligibility:
 You are eligible to vote if:

  • You are at least 18 years old
  • You are a Canadian citizen
  • You reside in Alberta, and your usual place of residence is located in the Town of Redwater on election day

Registration:

  • All voters must be on the Permanent Electors Registry (PER).
    1. The PER is a mandatory requirement under the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) and is a record of eligible voters that municipalities must establish and maintain.
  • Check Voterlink to confirm your registration and that your information is up to date. (deadline of Sept 15, 2025)  
  • If you are not registered or information is out of date, you will be added or updated at the time of the election.

Examples of accepted Government Issued Photo ID:

  • Alberta Driver’s License
  • Canadian Citizenship Card
  • Canadian Forces ID card
  • Veterans Health Care ID card
  • First Nation Membership card
  • Métis Nation of Alberta Citizenship card

Other Ways to Verify Address and Identification

Vouching

  • You can only vouch for an electors address; you cannot vouch for their identity.  Identification validating their identity is required.
  • To vouch for someone you must be on the Permanent Electors Register
  • You cannot vouch for more than one person unless they are all in the same household.
  • A scrutineer cannot vouch for anyone.
  • Form 14 - Statement of Voucher