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Report a Council Member Vacancy
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The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), or their designate, of the municipality should report any council member (Mayor/Council) vacancies to Municipal Affairs, along with potential by-election dates. The CAO should ensure that resigning council member filed a signed resignation. (MGA Section 83 ).
What needs to be reported?
- Member’s name
- Position (Mayor or Councillor)
- Date of vacancy
- Reason for resignation
- Date of by-election, if known
Important Note: By-election needs to be held within 6 months of the vacancy.
The Municipal Government Act requires that a by-election be held within 6 months of vacancy with some exceptions. Read Sections 60-62 of the Act and the Election Regulations for more information.
Who can I contact for help holding a by-election?
Municipal Affairs can provide resources for holding a by-election. Visit the Municipal Elections page, or call 902-620-3558 or email municipalaffairs@gov.pe.ca for more information.