Elections
The next general election for mayor, councillors, and public and catholic school board trustees will take place on Monday, October, 15 2029. The campaign period for the 2029 Election is January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2029.
General municipal elections are held every four years. Spruce Grove voters elect one mayor and six councillors to a four year term. When a vacancy occurs, a by-election is held if there is more than 18 months before the next general election. City of Spruce Grove elections are regulated by the Elections Bylaw passed under the authority of the Local Authorities Election Act.
The Offices of Mayor and Councillor are elected at-large. This means that our Mayor and Councillors represent the entire population of the City of Spruce Grove, rather than a geographical ward as seen in larger municipalities like Edmonton or Calgary. The City of Spruce Grove does not compile a voter’s list. Instead, voters may vote at any of the specified voting stations within Spruce Grove. Voter eligibility and identification requirements will be posted in advance of any municipal election.
Elections for our local school boards, Parkland School Division and Evergreen Catholic Separate School Division Ward 2, occur on the same day as our municipal election. These elections are often facilitated by the City of Spruce Grove for voter convenience.
Notice of Intent to Run
The first step for individuals who want to run for Mayor, City Councillor, Public or Catholic School Division Trustee is to confirm eligibility and submit a Notice of Intent to Run form. Completed forms can be submitted by email to elections@sprucegrove.org or drop it off at City Hall, City Clerk's Office, 315 Jespersen Avenue, Spruce Grove AB.
Candidate Eligibility
To be eligible for nomination as a candidate, an individual must be:
- At least 18 years of age
- A Canadian citizen
- A resident of the City of Spruce Grove for at least 6 consecutive months before nomination day
- Not otherwise ineligible or disqualified
More information on candidate eligibility is outlined in the Local Authorities Election Act.
After submitting a notice of intent, candidates are required to file campaign disclosure statements with the City Clerk's Office.
Campaign Disclosure Information
Candidates who have filed a notice of intent with the City of Spruce Grove:
- May receive campaign contributions during the campaign period (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2029). Candidates should be aware of the regulations regarding contributor eligibility and contribution limits outlined in the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA).
- May incur campaign expenses during the year preceding and the year of the general election. Candidates should be aware of the expense limits outlined in the LAEA.
- Must file a campaign disclosure statement by March 1 annually during the campaign period, indicating the contributions received and expenses incurred in the previous year. In an election year, an interim disclosure statement for the period of January 1 to July 31 is also required by September 30.
Nomination Requirements
To appear on the ballot in the 2029 Spruce Grove Election, candidates must submit a nomination package to the Returning Officer. The nomination period for the 2029 Spruce Grove Election begins on January 1, 2029. Nomination forms and detailed instructions will be available in late-2028.