General municipal elections in Saskatchewan are held every four years, or through a by-election should a vacancy on Council occur.

The next municipal election is scheduled for November 13, 2024. 

The Nomination Period runs from September 24 to October 9, 2024.

The Town Office will provide additional information regarding nomination packages, advanced polls, voting locations, etc. closer to election time.

 

Eligibility

Municpal candidates must be:

• 18 years of age on election day;
• a Canadian citizen;
• eligible to be nominated as provided for in The Local Government Election Act;
• a resident of Saskatchewan for at least 6 consecutive months prior to submitting the nomination paper;
• a resident of Gravelbourg for at least 3 consecutive months prior to submitting the nomination paper.

 

Candidate Guides

Interested in running for council? Please review the following links to familiarize yourself with the requirements and expectations of elected officials.

• September 11, 2024: Candidate School: Municipal Governance 101--Live Webinar/Workshop (via SUMA)
• Consider Running for Municipal Council - A citizen's guide for candidacy in municipal elections
• Consider Running for Council Video Series - 4 videos that break down the guide. 
• Democratic Governance, Purpose of a Municipality, and the Role of Council
• Learn more about your Municipality, Considerations before Running for Council, Time Commitment and Responsibilities
• Key Standards and Values and Responsible Conduct of Council Members
• How to Run for Council, Campaigning and Key Documents after being elected

 

Guides for Members of Council 

• Information for New Municipal Council Members
• Municipal Council Member’s Handbook
• Council Procedures Bylaw

 

Resources for the Public 

• A Citizen's Guide to Shaping Council Decisions