Please note that the Local Authorities Election Act requires all municipal candidates to register with the Municipality in which they intend to run before they accept any campaign contributions. The registration form that must be completed and filed with the Municipality before raising funds is available in the Candidate's Package.

The Nomination Period for the 2025 Municipal Election will start January 1st, 2025.

If you are considering putting your name forth during the Nomination Period, please contact the Chief Returning Officer to make an appointment for nomination.

Packages can be picked up at the Town Administration Office (A 4900 50th Street), or are linked below.

Nomination Day

• September 22, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the Town of Taber Administration Office Council Chambers (A 4900 50th Street).

In order to run for Town Council, you must meet these minimum qualifications: 

• 18 years of age or older
• Canadian citizen
• Have been a resident of the Town of Taber for the six consecutive months preceding Nomination Day
• You are not otherwise ineligible or disqualified 

A person is ineligible to become a candidate under any of the following circumstances:

• If you are auditor of the municipality
• If you are an employee of the Town of Taber, unless granted a leave of abscence
• If your property taxes are more than $50 in arrears or you are in default of more than 90 days for any debt in excess of $500 to the municipality
• If you have, within the last 10 years, been convicted of an offence under the Local Authorities Election Act, the Election Act, the Election Finances and Contributions Disclosure Act or the Canada Elections Act.

Access the Candidate's Nomination Package for the 2025 Taber Election here.

Please note that this package is subject to change and is intended as an introduction to the position only. Candidates are encouraged to explore our website and review Council meeting minutes and agendas for additional information.

The Town of Taber Land Use Bylaw outlines the rules for campaign signs.

Any contraventions of the rules will be handled by the Returning Officer.

Any advertisement, according to Section 148 (5) LAEA, including Election signs, circular, pamphlet or other paper shall NOT be printed or distributed indicating or showing it to be marked for any candidate.

SHOULD CAMPAIGN SIGNS REMAIN POSTED AFTER THE INDICATED TIME FRAME, THE TOWN SHALL DIRECT THE SIGNS BE REMOVED WITH ALL COSTS BEING CHARGED BACK THE CORRESPONDING CANDIDATE.

Please note that no candidate of an election (or any member of the public) is authorized to use the Town's logo, crest, or any other trademarked and intellectual property of the Town of Taber without written consent of the municipality.

Any advertisement, according to Section 148 (5)LAEA, including Election signs, circular, pamphlet or other paper shall NOT be printed or distributed indicating or showing it to be marked for any candidate.

THE VOTING STATION FOR THE TOWN OF TABER 2025 GENERAL ELECTION SHALL BE DEFINED AS THE COMMUNITY CENTRE AUDITORIUM.

The Government of Alberta has outlined information on municipalities, what they are, and what they do. This is a great overview for anyone considering running for local office.

• Read more here.

The Alberta Municipalities Association has compiled a number of resources for potential candidates. Topics range from how to run, media relations, communications, skills needed, and the roles of different elected officials are all covered.

• Check out the resources here.

The Local Government Administration Association of Alberta has also compiled a number of resources for both elected officials and Municipal Administrators (staff) on various functions of a municipal government. A number of FAQs for candidates can be answered here.

• View the various resources here.

Municipal World hosts a podcast (MW Shares) where you can listen to stories of municipalities from coast to coast, outlining the challenges and opportunities municipalities face. These podcasts would be a great listen to anyone considering their candidacy to hear the wide range of work municipalities handle:

• Listen to the podcast here.

There are a number of resources and initiatives to help remove barriers for women considering entering politics. The resources are available by clicking the links below:

Alberta Urban Municipalities Association

• The Alberta Municipalities Association has compiled a number of resources available for women who are considering running for office. You can view the AMA's "Women in Municipal Government Hub" here.

Equal Voice

• Equal Voice is a national, bilingual, multi-partisan organization dedicated to electing more women to all levels of political office in Canada. See their website and find more resources here. They also have a Campaign School to "equip women with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to run for political office in Canada."

Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Canadian Women in Local Leadership (CanWILL) Program

• CanWILL worked to increase the participation and retention of women in municipal leadership and support a more diverse, inclusive and equitable environment in municipal governance processes. The project prioritized often underrepresented women, including Indigenous, Black and other racialized women, as well as youth and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.

Ready for Her

• Initially prepared for the 2017 election, the Government of Alberta created a number of videos with women in politics, to provide insight and inspiration for other women seeking the same. You can view the playlist of videos here.

The Town of Taber provides resources to support people from diverse backgrounds who are considering running for office. Candidates from diverse backgrounds bring valuable perspectives that help Councils make decisions for the entire community. If you run for Council and are elected, you will represent a diverse community made up of people from all walks of life, each contributing to the rich fabric of Taber.

These resources are designed with individuals from various ethnic backgrounds in mind, but all candidates are encouraged to explore them. The Town of Taber welcomes everyone interested in running to take advantage of the available information.

Please note that while some resources focus on federal elections, workplace diversity, or general information about diversity, they may still be helpful for municipal candidates.

• Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion 
• Municipal-Indigenous Relations from Alberta Municipalities
• A Municipal Guide to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action from Alberta Municipalities
• The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Reports
  • The 94 Calls to Action (calls include Municipal Governments to act as part of reconciliation)
• Operation Black Vote Canada
  • The "Seat at the Table Toolkit" is a resource for Black women considering running for municipal elections.
• 2SLGBTQI+ Resources from Alberta Municipalities
• 2SLGBTQQIA+ Resources from the Government of Alberta
• Resource Library for Inclusive Municipal Governance from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
• Government of Canada: Diversity and Inclusion in the Public Service
• Elections Canada: Electoral Insight – Electoral Participation of Ethnocultural Communities
• CBC Opinion Piece: "Why Diversity Matters in our Politics- And What Can be Done to Support It

Click here for the Municipal Government Act. The Act is the overarching legislation under which local governments conduct business.

Click here for the Local Authorities Election Act.

The Town of Taber Council fulfills the legislative function of the Town’s municipal government. The Council is responsible for establishing corporate policy and setting the strategic priority of Town staff for both short and long term goals. To learn more about the roles of Council, please visit these links:

• Town of Taber Mayor and Council page
• Roles and responsibilities of municipal officials
• Pecuniary interest for municipal Councillors information
• What Every Councillor Needs to Know!

No. All Councillors serve the citizens of the Town of Taber as a whole.

No. The Town's official logo. motto, and crest are copyrighted by the Town of Taber. Those who use the logo without the Town of Taber's express written consent are infringing on the Town's copyright, and this includes campaigners.

All Town of Taber logos, crests, mottos, graphic design elements, digital content, and designed visual identifiers are property of the Town of Taber. Unless an authorized party is given express written permission from the Town of Taber, anyone using those elements for private use are infringing on the Town's copyright.

If you see a candidate using the Town of Taber's logo in their materials, please contact the Returning Officer.

The Town of Taber does not promote or support individual candidate campaigns in order to remain neutral in the election.

However, for the 2025 election, we are aiming to make it easier for voters to learn about their candidates and potential future representatives. To achieve this, we are providing all candidates the opportunity to submit for a one-page document outlining their campaign platform and contact or social media details. These documents will be hosted on the Town of Taber’s municipal election website throughout the campaign period for convenient voter access.

More details are found in the Candidates Package.

You may contact the candidates directly for their election platforms. Local media is also a great option to research candidates, or you can search on social media.

Please note that the Town does not conduct any forums for municipal elections in order to remain a neutral party. If a third party organizes an election forum, the Town of Taber will post that information here.