The Town of Vegreville will be holding a municipal election on October 20, 2025. Voters will elect one Mayor and six Councillors to a four-year term. Candidates who intend to run in the 2025 Vegreville Municipal Election must complete Notice of Intent to Run and be added to the Register of Candidates before accepting contributions or incurring expenses.
Within this page, you will find important information about the 2025 election campaign, including relevant dates, voter requirements and prospective candidate frequently asked questions. This page will be updated as new information becomes available.
2025 Municipal Election Frequently Asked Questions
Thinking about running for Council? Town of Vegreville 2025 Candidate Guide
Important Dates
The list below describes important dates for voters and candidates.
- January 1, 2025: Nomination Period Opens
- September 22, 2025: Nomination Period Closes at Noon
- September 23, 2025: Deadline to Withdraw Nomination
- October 20, 2025: Election Day
- October 21-November 7, 2025: Council Orientation & Training Sessions (Note: Attendance is mandatory for all elected officials)
- October 27, 2025: Swearing-In Ceremony, Organizational Meeting, Inaugural Council Meeting (Note: Attendance is mandatory for all elected officials)
- December 31, 2025: Campaign Period Ends
- February 28, 2025: 2025 Campaign Disclosure Statements are due
Notice of Intent to Run
An individual who intends to be nominated or has been nominated to run for election as a candidate, must give written notice to the Town of Vegreville. The following form may be submitted in-person or by email at election@vegreville.com.
No individual or person acting on behalf of an individual may accept contributions or incur campaign expenses until Notice of Intent to Run is complete and they have been added to the Register of Candidates. Further information on campaign financing is available within the Campaigning and Campaign Financing section below.
Nomination Period
Nominations for Mayor or Councillors will be accepted from January 1, 2025, until September 22, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. MST. Nomination forms will be accepted at the Town Administration Office. Contact the Deputy Returning Officer below to arrange for a time. Further information on nomination requirements is available within the Candidate Information section below.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or inquiries regarding the Town of Vegreville municipal election, please contact:
Lesley Kucherawy
Deputy Returning Officer
election@vegreville.com
780-632-2606
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Candidate Information
Below is information relevant to candidates intending to run for municipal office in the 2025 Town of Vegreville election.
Candidate Overview
For information regarding eligibility to run, nominations, campaigning, collecting campaign contributions and incurring campaign-related expenses, access the Town of Vegreville 2025 Candidate Guide.
Who is eligible to run?
To become a municipal candidate, you must be at least 18 years of age on nomination day, a Canadian citizen, and must have been a resident of the Town of Vegreville for the six consecutive months preceding Nomination Day.
Where can I find the nomination forms?
The following forms can be printed off to be handed in at the time of filing:
Nomination Paper and Candidate Acceptance
Acknowledgement of Council Meeting Dates & Mandatory Orientation
(If you're unable to open and print the above PDF forms, they can be found on the Government of Alberta Municipal election forms | Alberta.ca webpage.)
Where can I file nomination papers?
Nomination forms can be filed at the Town Administration Office with the Deputy Returning Officer. Please email elections@vegreville.com for an appointed time to file.
Is there a nomination fee?
The Town of Vegreville does not charge a fee to run for Council.
Can I withdraw my nomination?
Candidates may withdraw their nomination at any time during the nomination period and up to 24 hours after the close of the nomination period.
Campaigning and Campaign Financing
When can I start campaigning?
Campaigning can start after your nomination papers are filed.
Where can I find information on campaign finances?
There have been changes made to the Local Authorities Election Act around campaign finances and advertising, so make sure to familiarize yourself with the regulations.
Campaign Finance/Disclosure Amendments Fact Sheet
Local Authorities Election Act
Campaign Disclosure Statement and Financial Statement(If you're unable to open and print the above Campaign Disclosure Statement and Financial Statement, the form can be found on the Government of Alberta Municipal Elections Forms webpage.)
Election signage:
Election signage may be displayed after the Notice of Election Day (normally 24 hours after the close of nominations).
Election signage must be removed within 48 hours after Election Day.
Bylaw No. 12-2020 Election Signage
List of Candidates
The list of 2025 Election Candidates will be updated as Notice of Intent forms are submitted.
Candidate Name | Date Registered |
David Berry | February 18, 2025 |
Tim MacPhee | February 18, 2025 |
Jerrold Lemko | February 18, 2025 |
Justin Curtis | February 19, 2025 |
Len Bullock | February 19, 2025 |
School Trustee Election Information
Below is information if you are intending to run for the local school board in the upcoming 2025 Election.
Elk Island Public Schools
Elk Island Catholic Schools
For more information on the election process, access the Government of Alberta School Board Elections Information Package.
Voter Information
Below is valuable information for Town of Vegreville residents eligible to vote in the 2025 Election.
Identification Requirements.
Proof of name and home address is required to vote in the 2025 municipal election. The following types of verification meet the standard provincial requirement for one piece of identification:
- Identification issued by a Canadian government, whether federal, provincial or local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and their name and current address.
- Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence for Tenant Elector issued by the authorized representative of a commercial property management company.
- Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence for Incarcerated Elector issued by the authorized representative of a correctional institution.
- Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence issued by the authorized representative of a First Nations band or reserve.
- Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence for Post-Secondary Student Elector in Residence issued by the authorized representative of a post-secondary institution.
- Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence for Homeless Elector issued by the authorized representative of a facility that provides services to the homeless.
- Proof of Identity and Ordinary Residence for Elector in Long Term Care or Supportive Living Facility issued by the authorized representative of a supportive living facility or treatment centre.
- Supportive Living Facility issued by the authorized representative of a supportive living facility or treatment centre.
- Bank or credit card statement or personal cheque.
- Correspondence issued by a school, college or university.
- Government cheque or cheque stub.
- Income or property tax assessment notice.
- Insurance policy or coverage card.
- Letter from a public curator, public guardian or public trustee.
- Pension plan statement of benefits, contributions or participation.
- Residential lease or mortgage statement.
- Statement of government benefits (for example, employment insurance, old-age security, social assistance, disability support or child tax benefit).
- Utility bill (for example, telephone, public utilities commission, television, hydro, gas or water).
- Vehicle ownership, registration or insurance certificate.
For more information, see the Voter Identification Requirements on the Government of Alberta website.
Past Election Information
Access the Local Authorities Election Act for information on procedures around campaigning, voting and counting of votes. This legislation is current as of October 31, 2024.
2021 Election Results:
Position | First Name | Last Name | Incumbent | Elected | Votes |
Mayor | Timothy Paul | MacPhee | N | Y | 1427 |
Mayor | Jack | Timmermans | N | N | 297 |
Councillor | David Keith | Berry | Y | Y | 772 |
Councillor | Len | Bullock | N | Y | 1,148 |
Councillor | Justin | Curtis | N | Y | 1,183 |
Councillor | William (Mark) | Hamm | N | N | 343 |
Councillor | Jerrold John | Lemko | Y | Y | 1,251 |
Councillor | Margaret | Michaelchuk | N | N | 760 |
Councillor | Taneen Jeanette | Rudyk | Y | Y | 1,214 |
Councillor | Tina | Warawa | Y | Y | 1,149 |
2017 Election Results:
Position | First Name | Last Name | Incumbent | Elected | Votes |
Mayor | Timothy Paul | MacPhee | N | Y | 990 |
Mayor | Myron Robert Steve | Hayduk | Y | N | 949 |
Councillor | Jerrold John | Lemko | N | Y | 1,441 |
Councillor | Taneen Jeanette | Rudyk | Y | Y | 1,343 |
Councillor | Tina | Warawa | N | Y | 1,321 |
Councillor | Marielle | Brodziak | Y | Y | 1,268 |
Councillor | Annie Elizabeth | Waters | N | Y | 1,237 |
Councillor | David Keith | Berry | Y | Y | 938 |
Councillor | Greg | Kurulok | N | N | 802 |
Councillor | David Sheldon | MacDonald | N | N | 698 |