Prospective candidates for Red Deer’s 2025 Election are advised that the nomination period is now open, and candidates have until noon on September 22, 2025 to file the necessary paperwork, secure required signatures, and complete all preliminary steps.

Voters in Red Deer will elect one Mayor, eight City Councillors, and School Trustees for the Red Deer Public School Division or the Red Deer Catholic Regional School Division. The number of positions available is as follows:

• Mayor (The City of Red Deer): 1 position
• City Councillor (The City of Red Deer): 8 positions
• School Trustee (Red Deer Catholic Regional School Division): 7 positions
• School Trustee (Red Deer Public School Division): 7 positions

“There are several new requirements this year that prospective candidates need to be aware of, per legislative changes,” said Jessica Robinson, Returning Officer. “Among these are the requirements to file a notice of intent, minimum signatures and a deposit for anyone looking to run in the Mayoral or City Councillor contests.”

Prospective candidates who intend to seek office in 2025 must file a Notice of Intent. This step must be completed before any campaign contributions are accepted or expenses incurred. A Notice of Intent may be submitted at any time during the campaign period by emailing the completed form to [email protected] or delivering it in-person to:

Red Deer Elections Office
City Hall (4914 – 48 Avenue)
Red Deer, AB

Nomination Requirements
To officially file as a candidate, all required nomination documents must be submitted during the nomination period, beginning January 2, 2025, and ending at 12 noon on Monday, September 22, 2025.

The following forms must be completed and submitted:

• Form 4 – Nomination Paper and Candidate’s Acceptance
• Form 5 – Candidate Financial Information
  

Signature and Deposit Requirements
Nomination papers must include original signatures from eligible electors in Red Deer. Digital signatures will not be accepted. It is recommended that candidates obtain more than the minimum required number of signatures in case any signatory is found ineligible.

All nomination forms must be signed before a Commissioner for Oaths in and for Alberta or the Returning Officer. Appointments to have forms signed can be arranged by emailing [email protected].

The 2025 Election will be conducted by the appointed Returning Officer, who also oversees the elections for both the Red Deer Public School Division and the Red Deer Catholic Regional School Division. Municipal elections in Alberta occur every four years, in accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act, Municipal Government Act, and the Education Act.

For More Information

For details regarding the nomination process, eligibility requirements, and key election dates, please visit elections.reddeer.ca.

News release from the Canada Games Council

Hall of Fame Athlete Elected Chair of Canada Games Council Board of Directors

The Canada Games Council (CGC) is thrilled to announce the election of Canadian sport legend Catriona Le May Doan as Chair of the organization’s Board of Directors. Joining Le May Doan in officer positions are Vice-Chair Sean O’Donnell, Treasurer Sheri Somerville and Secretary Lyn Radford.

“I am very excited and honoured to be taking on the role of Chair of the Canada Games Council,” said Le May Doan. “I have been a part of the Canada Games Movement for almost 42 years. The Canada Games were my first multi-sport Games and had a huge impact on my career and I continue to believe in and witness the power of the Canada Games in building sport in our country, but also strengthening our communities.”

A three-time Olympic medallist and icon in Canadian speed skating, Le May Doan is a true champion on and off the field of play. She is a tireless ambassador for the transformational power of sport and a distinguished member of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame and the Canada Games Hall of Honour.

A Canada Games alum in both speed skating and athletics for Team Saskatchewan, Le May Doan is currently the President and CEO of Sport Calgary. She recently served as Team Canada’s Chef de Mission at the Olympic Winter Games in 2022.

A longtime CGC board member, Le May Doan takes over the reins from outgoing Chair Evan Johnston, who is stepping down after 10 years on the board as he takes on the new role as President and CEO of The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company in January.

“On behalf of the entire Canada Games family, I’d like to thank Evan for his decade of volunteer service to the Canada Games Movement and his invaluable guidance and mentorship to our CGC Board and staff as Chair of the Canada Games Council,” said Kelly-Ann Paul, CGC President and CEO. “We are thrilled to welcome Catriona at the helm and know her strategic leadership will continue to solidify the foundation of our organization so that the Canada Games strengthen the fabric of our nation from coast to coast to coast.”

“I hope to continue the great work that Evan has done and I thank him for his leadership,” said Le May Doan. “I am looking forward to working with the incredible CGC team and our network of partners for the upcoming Games in St. John’s next summer, and then in Quebec City in 2027, where we will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Games.  Together, we will continue to spark greatness in Canadians through the Canada Games.”

Those filling the remaining officer positions have all been on the CGC Board since 2022.

O’Donnell brings extensive executive experience in the federal public service and the Canadian sport system to the Vice-Chair role. Somerville is a business executive, entrepreneur, and award-winning PR consultant, all of which will serve her well as Treasurer. Radford brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in revenue generation for non-profit and sport organizations, as well as a Host Society leadership lens, to the role of Secretary.

The next Canada Summer Games take place from August 8-25, 2025 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, while the next Canada Winter Games will unfold in Quebec City from February 27 to March 14, 2027.

About the Canada Games Council

The Canada Games Council, a private, non-profit organization, is the governing body for the Canada Games. Held once every two years, alternating between winter and summer, the Canada Games represent the highest level of national competition for up and coming Canadian athletes. The Games have been hosted in every province at least twice since their inception in Quebec City during Canada’s Centennial in 1967. The Games are proud of their contribution to Canada’s sport development system, in addition to their lasting legacy of sport facilities, community pride and national unity. The organization of the Canada Games is made possible through the tireless dedication of local Host Societies and the contribution and support of the federal, provincial/territorial and host municipal governments.