Red Deer Elections

The nomination period for the 2029 general election is January 1, 2029 to September 17, 2029

Please note that once a candidate has successfully filed their nomination papers with the Returning Officer, they will be included under "Official Candidates". If a candidate's nomination forms were not accepted by the Returning Officer by Nomination Day, they will not become an "Official Candidate" and will not be included on the ballot.

The Nomination Process

1. Submit your Notice of Intent form.
2. File the completed nomination documents with the Returning Officer before 12 p.m. on Monday, September 17, 2029.
   
   Candidates are encouraged to make an appointment to have their papers signed by emailing elections@reddeer.ca or by visiting City Hall at 4914 48 Avenue, Red Deer.

Nomination forms will be made available in the fall of 2028.

Required Signatures and Deposits

Eligible signatures: Persons signing a candidate’s nomination paper must be an eligible elector in Red Deer and the form must include original hand-written signatures. Digital signatures are not accepted.

Minimum signatures: It is recommended that candidates obtain more than the minimum required number of electors to sign the form in case one or more electors are not eligible to nominate.

Signed paper: This form must be signed by a Commissioner for Oaths in and for Alberta or the Returning Officer.

Candidate Handbooks

Candidate Handbooks will be made available in the fall of 2028.

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