For candidates
Learn how to become a candidate for mayor, councillor, public or separate school board trustee.
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.