If the municipality decides to create ballots in-house instead of ordering from a printer, this is a template that could be used for councillor ballots.
Post election all candidates whether elected or not must file a campaign contributions election expenses form within two months of the municipal elections.
When are municipal elections? General municipal elections are held every four years. ( MGA s. 37) with the next general municipal election on Monday, November 2, 2026 for all municipalities except the Resort Municipality which will hold their general...
There is a withdrawal form for candidates who wish to withdraw their nomination. If you submit a completed candidate form and then are withdrawing on or before nomination day at 2:00 pm. If you withdraw before this day, you will not be considered to...
The Province is inviting the public and municipal governments to share their opinion on changes to the Municipal Election Regulations. Draft regulations are posted online and your comments may be submitted to municipalaffairs@gov.pe.ca no later than...
Individuals elected or appointed to a municipal council must swear or affirm an oath of office. This oath, administered before a designated official, ensures they are duly qualified, will diligently and faithfully perform their duties, and abide by...
Council Disclosure Statement is filed by elected/acclaimed council members to declare holdings that may impact conflict of interest. This is file with the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) with the municipality.
The Province is inviting the public and municipal governments to share their opinion on changes to the Municipal Election Regulations. This is the draft document with the suggested amendments. Proposed amendments include: Enhanced Privacy Protections...
A Returning Officer must make a declaration in front of the Municipal Electoral Officer (MEO) that they will faithfully and impartially perform their duties in the administration of the election. Any election official that a Returning Officer (RO)...
This is the form to file a municipal Election Summary Report in PEI. All municipalities are required to file an Election Summary Report after every municipal election or by-election. The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the municipality must...
Congratulations on being elected to municipal council. The following information will help you identify the next steps for you as an elected official and direct you to resources. Click here to download a new councillor presentation to give you an...
This template calendar will provide an overview of key municipal by-election dates and processes. Please refer to the Municipal Government Act, the Municipal Election Regulations, and the Campaign Contributions and Election Expenses Bylaw Regulations...
There is a dedicated Municipal Elections Website to direct you to forms and information for voters, candidates and election officials. (2018 but still relevant Municipal Elections Guidebook). See the Municipal By-Election Calendar. If you need...
Upcoming Municipal By-Elections Municipality Position By-Election Date Abram Village Mayor TBD Greenmount-Montrose Mayor/Councillor (1) October 13, 2025 Hunter River Councillor (1) TBD Miminegash Councillors (2) TBD North Shore Councillor (1) Ward 3...
Pre-election up to Nomination close Are thinking about running for council? [FAQ Link ] Candidates cannot run for both positions of councillor and mayor – they can only be nominated for one position . Step 1 - Get a nomination form. Step 2 - Ask the...
What are the rules for campaign fundraising and expenses? The Campaign Contributions and Election Expenses Bylaw Regulations set out the rules for a municipality’s bylaw. Many municipalities address these rules in their “Municipal Election Bylaw.”...
The Municipal Government Act and its regulations require that certain information is recorded on a “form approved by the Minister” for municipal elections. There are forms that must be filled out by candidates, election officials, the Chief...
A number of elections officials are required to run a municipal election or by-election. PEI Municipal Election website What are the election official positions? Municipal Electoral Officer (MEO) – oversees the entire municipal election process...
Election processes are the same for all municipalities and the procedures for general elections and by-elections are guided by the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the Municipal Election Regulations, the Campaign Contributions and Election Expenses...
This map displays the boundaries of the municipalities in Prince Edward Island. Search: To determine the municipality of your household, search for the civic address from the Search icon in the menu bar. Lookup: From the list of all municipalities...
The Municipal Elector Officer must publish the Notice of Nomination Election (can be modified for a By-Election) in at least one print format (Posters, newspaper, or newsletter) and one electronic format (website, Facebook, e-newsletter).
Oath of elector for is to be filled out at an advanced election day or election day for the following circumstances: Proof of residence for an elector to fill out at the polling station if they do not have the required proof of residence. Residency...
The Municipal Government Act sets out specific requirements for the Resort Municipality of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico including council composition and voter eligibility. Use the Municipalities of PEI Map to see...
The Municipal Elector Officer must publish the Resort Notice of Nomination Election (can be modified for a By-Election) in at least one print format (Posters, newspaper, or newsletter) and one electronic format (website, Facebook, e-newsletter).
When are municipal elections? The next general municipal election will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026. They are held every four years on the first Monday in November. (MGA - section 37) Between the general municipal election, if there are...
