Elections: Candidate Info
The next general local election takes place October 17, 2026. Elected candidates will serve a four-year term.
Candidate Eligibility
To run for municipal Council or School Board Trustee, candidates must be:
- A Canadian citizen
- 18 years of age or older on the general voting day
- A resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day nomination papers are filed
- Not be disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.
Visit the Elections BC website for complete candidate information, including guides, forms, online training and information sessions.
Serving as a Municipal Councillor
Serving as a School Board Trustee
Steps to Success
- Explore the Elections BC website to find out “Who Does What in Local Elections” and review detailed information on new campaign financing and advertising rules.
- Visit the “Thinking of Running for Local Office?” page on the BC Ministry of Municipal Affairs website to explore helpful videos, guidance and resource documents on local government, local decision making and roles & responsibilities of local elected officials.
- Review key guiding municipal plans and documents on the District of Sechelt website, under Plans, Reports and Studies.
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