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Elections

This page provides official information about municipal elections in the Village of Port Clements, including voting information, candidate nomination details, financing & advertising, and contact information. Local elections determine who will represent the community as Mayor and Councillors, and give residents a voice in shaping the future of the Village.

Through general local elections, residents and non-resident property electors help shape the leadership and direction of their communities by voting for candidates who will represent them in local government. These elected officials—Mayor, Councillors, School Trustees—are responsible for making decisions that impact daily life, services, infrastructure, and the future development of the municipality.

In British Columbia, general local elections are held every four years on the third Saturday of October. The next election for the Village of Port Clements is scheduled for October 2026.

General local elections are a shared responsibility between local governments and Elections BC:

  • Local governments, such as the Village of Port Clements, are responsible for organizing and conducting the election in their jurisdiction. This includes setting up polling stations, managing voter registration, and counting votes.

  • Elections BC oversees campaign financing and advertising rules under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act.

Each municipality must appoint a Chief Election Officer, who is responsible for ensuring that the election process complies with:

  • The Local Government Act

  • The Community Charter

  • The Local Elections Campaign Financing Act

  • The School Act

  • And any election-related local bylaws

These laws ensure fair, transparent, and accessible elections for all eligible voters.

Municipal elections are your opportunity to have a direct say in who governs the Village of Port Clements and how public services are managed. Whether you’re a resident elector or a non-resident property elector, your vote helps shape the community’s priorities and direction for the next four years.

Who Can Vote:
You are eligible to vote if you are:

  • 18 years of age or older on election day

  • A Canadian citizen

  • A resident of British Columbia for at least six months before the election

  • A resident or registered property owner in the Village of Port Clements

  • Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other law

How to Vote:

  • Advance Voting Day(s): [Insert dates and locations]

  • General Voting Day: [Insert date, usually mid-October]

  • Location: [Insert location, e.g., Port Clements Community Hall, 36 Bayview Drive]

What to Bring:
Bring two pieces of ID to prove your identity and residency, at least one with a signature. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • BC Driver’s License

  • BC Services Card

  • Utility bill, bank statement, or government-issued document

Are you interested in serving your community as an elected official?

Running for office is a meaningful way to contribute to the future of the Village of Port Clements. Every four years, candidates have the opportunity to put their name forward for election as Mayor or Councillor during the general local elections.

 

Positions Available:

  • Mayor (1 position)
  • Councillor (4 positions)

 

Candidate Eligibility Requirements:

To run for office in a B.C. municipal election (including the Village of Port Clements), you must meet the following criteria:

You are eligible to be a candidate if you:

  • Are 18 years of age or older on or before general voting day
  • Are a Canadian citizen
  • Have been a resident of British Columbia for at least six months immediately before the date of nomination
  • Have not been disqualified by any law from being nominated, elected, or holding office in local government

You are not eligible to be a candidate if you:

  • Are disqualified under the Local Government Act, School Act, or any other legislation (e.g., if you are currently incarcerated for a criminal offence)
  • Are an employee of the Village of Port Clements (unless you take an unpaid leave of absence and resign if elected)
  • Are a judge of the Court of Appeal, Supreme Court, or Provincial Court
  • Are an election official involved in the current election
  • Are in arrears for taxes or other fees owed to the municipality (unless otherwise resolved)

To become a candidate, you must submit a completed Nomination Package during the nomination period (typically one month before election day). The package includes:

  • Nomination papers signed by at least two qualified electors

  • Consent to nomination

  • Statement of disclosure (financial interests)

  • Other forms as required under election laws

Nomination packages will be available from the Village Office and must be submitted to the Chief Election Officer by the deadline outlined in the election notice.

All candidates must follow rules for campaign financing and advertising as outlined by Elections BC under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act. This includes:

  • Registration with Elections BC

  • Adhering to expense limits

  • Filing disclosure statements after the election

For detailed guidance, visit www.elections.bc.ca

Thinking About Running?

If you’re considering running in the next general local election, you are encouraged to:

  • Review the Candidate’s Guide provided by Elections BC.

  • Attend candidate information sessions (if offered).

  • Speak with current elected officials or the Chief Election Officer for more insight into the role.

Contact for Candidate Inquiries:

Village of Port Clements
Address: 36 Bayview Drive, Port Clements, BC
Phone #: 250-557-4295
Email: office@portclements.ca