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The next general election will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, when voters will elect Lac La Biche County Council. Those elected in 2025 will serve a four-year term.
County Council consists of 9 members, including a Mayor elected-at-large and 8 ward Councillors who represent 7 wards. The Hamlet of Lac La Biche is represented by 2 Councillors. Order in Council 259/2017 establishes the ward boundaries for the County. Please click here to see the Lac La Biche County ward map.
The Local Authorities Election Act governs municipal elections and recently underwent significant amendments. This Act sets out rules and regulations for candidates, electors, donors and election administrators. The Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) and the accompanying regulations are available here: Alberta King’s Printer | Alberta.ca.
In addition to the Local Authorities Election Act, Lac La Biche County’s Election Bylaw sets out specific provisions for certain aspects of the election process.
Potential candidates are responsible to ensure they are in compliance with all legislation.
Information for Candidates
Notice of Intent to Run
NEW – NOTICE OF INTENT TO RUN (click here to view the form)
Individuals that plan to run in the 2025 Lac La Biche County Municipal Election must submit a Notice of Intent to Run and that notice must be accepted by the Returning Officer and added to the County’s Register of Candidates before accepting any campaign contributions or incurring any campaign expenses. A candidate is responsible to ensure they are eligible to run in accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act.
A Notice of Intent to Run may be submitted anytime during a campaign period.
Submitting a Notice of Intent to Run does not make you a candidate. A candidate nomination package must still be submitted and accepted by the Returning Officer during the Nomination Period which begins January 1, 2025 and runs until noon on September 22, 2025. It is the responsibility of potential candidates to ensure their submissions meet the legislated requirements and are submitted within the required timelines.
Once the Notice of Intent to Run has been accepted by the Returning Officer, individual’s information will be added to the Register of Candidates and posted to this section in accordance with the Act.
To submit your Notice of Intent to Run, please complete the form (link above) and return by:
Email: election@laclabichecounty.com
In Person:
Lac La Biche County
McArthur Place, 2nd Floor
10307 100 Street
Lac La Biche
It is recommended to make an appointment with Elections staff in advance of coming to the office to ensure availability. You may request an appointment by email at election@laclabichecounty.com or by calling 780-623-6740 or 780-623-6773.
Registry of Candidates
Click here to view the current Registry of Candidates.
Candidate Information Guide and Resources
2025 Candidate Information Guide
Alberta King's Printer: Local Authorities Election Act
Alberta King's Printer: Expense Limits Regulation
Alberta Municipal Affairs: Municipal Elections Information and Resources
Lac La Biche County Election Bylaw 24-030
Lac La Biche County Election Signs Bylaw 21-025
Candidate Nomination Forms
Required Forms (will be available shortly)
- Form 4 Nomination Paper and Candidate's Acceptance
- Form 5 Candidate Financial Information
- Election staff are able to provide Commissioner of Oaths services for these forms.
- Release of Candidate Information Form
Note: A $100 deposit is required to be paid at the time of filing your nomination papers.
Nominations must be filed at the following location:
Lac La Biche County
McArthur Place, 2nd Floor
Box 1679
10307-100 Street, Lac La Biche, AB T0A 2C0
It is recommended to make an appointment with Elections staff in advance of coming to the office to ensure availability. You may request an appointment by email at election@laclabichecounty.com or by calling 780-623-6740 or 780-623-6773.
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