For candidates
Learn how to become a candidate for mayor, councillor, public or separate school board trustee.
Thank you to all candidates who have filed their nomination papers. Nomination Day (Sept. 22) has now passed and nominations are no longer being accepted.
Important dates
Nominations open: Jan. 2
Nominations close: Sept. 22, at noon
Election Day: Monday, Oct. 20, 2025
Candidate information
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Learn how to become a candidate in the 2025 General Election.
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Learn about candidate campaign materials in various residences and at voting stations.
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All candidates must submit a campaign disclosure statement to Elections Calgary.
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Know the rules for campaign contributions and expenses.
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Learn who can become election scrutineers, where they can observe, and general rules.
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Find out when results will be posted and when a recount may happen.
Candidate resources
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Learn about the nomination process, election laws and ask any questions that you have.
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Includes ward boundary maps, profiles, surveys, and community profiles.
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View election documents and information online or in-person.
You may be interested in
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Candidates nominated in the 2025 Calgary General Election. These candidates will appear on the ballot.
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List of individuals intending to be nominated in the 2025 General Election. These candidates can accept contributions and incur expenses before filing nomination papers.