{"id":3167,"date":"2025-10-10T15:51:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T21:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oursask.info\/rm39\/?page_id=3167"},"modified":"2025-10-10T15:51:01","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T21:51:01","slug":"elections","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/oursask.info\/rm39\/elections\/","title":{"rendered":"Elections"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f Municipal Elections &amp; Resources<\/strong><br>Thinking about running for Council or participating in a municipal election? The RM of The Gap No. 39 encourages civic engagement and is committed to providing clear, accessible information for both candidates and voters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83e\udded Resources for Prospective Council Members<\/strong><br>The Ministry of Government Relations, in collaboration with municipal associations including SARM and SUMA, has developed helpful resources for citizens considering a run for municipal office:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Guide: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/elections\/running-for-municipal-council?fbclid=IwY2xjawFOqa5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHclwRSFGyZlAMUiCoVqPwaIlzarqOcoagejm5h-69MjILjjebLaGwQrLPw_aem_OARGSoS_HZHetDc--hU4Lg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/elections\/running-for-municipal-council?fbclid=IwY2xjawFOqa5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHclwRSFGyZlAMUiCoVqPwaIlzarqOcoagejm5h-69MjILjjebLaGwQrLPw_aem_OARGSoS_HZHetDc--hU4Lg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Consider Running for Municipal Council<\/a> \u2013 A comprehensive guide for potential candidates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Videos: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PL3AhHIHiIyEoXVFi_0eLiZorpeUrwwEhN&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2vFFgzlj8NRfy90wqjK-Awj5nVIzaT5dq2ZQ_MFNCxE6QH3vbKtohQW9Q_aem_NZiNQKnibqQjx473zEiopA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PL3AhHIHiIyEoXVFi_0eLiZorpeUrwwEhN&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2vFFgzlj8NRfy90wqjK-Awj5nVIzaT5dq2ZQ_MFNCxE6QH3vbKtohQW9Q_aem_NZiNQKnibqQjx473zEiopA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Candidate Resource Playlist<\/a> \u2013 Four short videos that break down the guide by topic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udcc5 Upcoming Municipal Election Dates<\/strong><br>Municipal elections are held every four years, with rural municipalities following a staggered schedule. The next general election dates are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Wednesday, November 9, 2026<\/strong> &#8211; Rural municipalities elect councillors for even-numbered divisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wednesday, November 8, 2028<\/strong> \u2013 Rural municipalities elect councillors for odd-numbered divisions and the reeve<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wednesday, November 8, 2028<\/strong> \u2013 Cities, towns, and villages elect mayors and councillors<br>By-elections may also be held to fill vacant council positions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f Municipal Election Procedures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the procedures that guide municipal elections is essential for both election officials and residents. The RM of The Gap No. 39 follows the standards set out by the Province of Saskatchewan to ensure fair, transparent, and well-managed elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/elections\/election-procedures\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/elections\/election-procedures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Election procedure information<\/a> is available through the <strong>Government of Saskatchewan<\/strong>, and is designed to support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Election officials and municipal administrators in fulfilling their responsibilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Residents interested in learning about election timelines, candidate eligibility, and voter requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcda Key Resources<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/publications.saskatchewan.ca\/#\/products\/73891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Local Government Elections Act<\/a> \u2013 Legislation governing municipal elections in Saskatchewan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/publications.saskatchewan.ca\/#\/products\/77907\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Local Government Election Regulations, 2015<\/a> \u2013 Supporting regulations for election procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These resources provide detailed information on nomination day, term of office, candidate and voter eligibility, and legislative requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udc64 Candidate Eligibility<\/strong><br>To run for municipal council, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be 18 years of age on election day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be a Canadian citizen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not be disqualified under legislation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet nomination requirements under The Local Government Elections Act<br>Interested candidates should review the following resources:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/elections\/running-for-municipal-council\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/elections\/running-for-municipal-office\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Running for Municipal Office<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/tools-guides-and-resources\/information-for-council-members\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/government\/municipal-administration\/tools-guides-and-resources\/information-for-council-members\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Information for New Council Members<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/oursask.info\/rm39\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/Council-Members-Handbook-Fall-2024-Final-6.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/oursask.info\/rm39\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/Council-Members-Handbook-Fall-2024-Final-6.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Municipal Council Member\u2019s Handbook<\/a><br>Nomination papers must be submitted to the Returning Officer during the official nomination period. Details will be outlined in the RM\u2019s Notice of Call for Nominations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f Voter Eligibility &amp; Identification<\/strong><br>To vote in a municipal election, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be a Canadian citizen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be at least 18 years of age<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have lived in Saskatchewan for at least six consecutive months before election day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have either:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lived in the RM (or on land now within the RM) for at least three consecutive months before election day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Owned assessable land in the RM for at least three consecutive months before election day<br>\ud83e\udeaa What You Need to Vote<br>You must provide proof of identity on election day. Acceptable ID includes:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid Saskatchewan driver\u2019s licence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid Saskatchewan ID card issued by SGI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any other government-issued photo ID that includes your name and address<br>If you do not have photo ID, alternative options are available. Visit the Government of Saskatchewan Voting page for details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f Municipal Elections &amp; ResourcesThinking about running for Council or participating in a municipal election? 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