West Kelowna city election will take place on Saturday, October 15, 2022
General Voting Day | Saturday, October 15, 2022 |
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Advance Voting Days |
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 Friday, October 7, 2022 Tuesday, October 11, 2022 Thursday, October 13, 2022 |
Nomination Packages Available |
Friday, July 15, 2022 |
Pre-Campaign Period Begins |
Monday, July 18, 2022 |
Nomination Period |
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 (9:00 a.m.) to Friday, September 9, 2022 (4:00 p.m.) |
Declaration of Candidates |
Friday, September 9, 2022 (after 4:00 p.m.) |
Last Day to Withdraw Candidacy |
Friday, September 16, 2022 (4:00 p.m.) |
Deadline for Receiving Nomination Documents |
Friday, September 16, 2022 (4:30 p.m.) |
Pre-Campaign Period Ends |
Friday, September 16, 2022 |
Campaign Period |
Monday, September 19, 2022 to Saturday, October 15, 2022 |
Declaration of Election by Voting | Monday, September 19, 2022 (4:00 p.m.) |
Mail Ballot Voting Deadline | Saturday, October 15, 2022 (8:00 p.m.) |
Announcement of Preliminary Election Results |
Saturday, October 15, 2022 (after 8:00 p.m.) |
Elected Officials' Oath of Office |
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 (1:30 p.m.) at the City of West Kelowna Council Chambers |
About Elections and Electoral Approval
Local Government Elections |
The Local Government Act, Part 3 establishes the regulations for elections, electors, candidates and any of their agents, and chief electoral officers. Local Government Elections are held every four years. The last was held October 20, 2018; the next will be held Saturday, October 15, 2022. During the four year term, if a member of Council is no longer able to fulfill their duties and resigns their post, the Local Government Act allows for a by-election to be held prior to the next election date, if required. Additional procedures and regulations are also outlined in the City of West Kelowna Local Government Election Bylaw 0248. In the case of a Local Government Election or a by-election, the City of West Kelowna must follow specified guidelines to advertise the process to eligible candidates and voters. In addition to these specified guidelines, the City of West Kelowna makes information available: on its website; through eNotifications to subscribers; via quarterly newsletters in utility bills; on its social media pages - Facebook, Instagram and Twitter; and, through distribution of public service announcements and/or news releases media sources. |
Alternative Approval Processes |
BC's Community Charter allows local governments to use an Alternative Approval Process (AAP) as one means of seeking voter assent on a proposal, most commonly in matters involving long-term borrowing. An AAP is an alternative to a referendum, which is costlier to taxpayers and involves a lengthier process. The AAP allows voters 30 days to submit an elector response form in opposition to the local government's proposal. If 10% or more of eligible voters submit forms indicating their opposition to the proposal, then elector assent is not obtained and the AAP fails. The City of West Kelowna is required to follow specified guidelines to advertise the AAP process to eligible voters. In addition to these specified guidelines, the City of West Kelowna also makes information available: on its website; through eNotifications to subscribers; via quarterly newsletters in utility bills, if timing permits; on its social media pages - Facebook, Instagram and Twitter; and, through distribution of public service announcements and/or news releases to media. |
Referendums |
A referendum is a popular vote used to obtain electoral approval on a matter being proposed by a legislative body. Typically voters are presented with a single question on a matter in which the legislative body has the authority to act. A referendum can be binding or non-binding depending on the matter at hand. If a referendum is binding, a government must carry out the decision of the electorate; if a referendum is non-binding, the government can take the ruling of the electorate into consideration in making its decision. In British Columbia, a binding referendum must be held on a significant issue such as incorporation, certain bylaws and disposal of public assets. A non-binding referendum can be held on important matters where a municipal council may be interested in knowing how a community stands on a particular issue and where the results may be helpful to elected officials looking to make a final decision on a pressing or polarizing issue. Assent of the electors is obtained when a majority of valid votes are found to be in favour of the bylaw or question. If the bylaw or question fails to obtain the majority assent of the electors, then a local government must wait six months before it is permitted to hold another referendum on the same question or bylaw, provided that the Province of British Columbia approves. The City of West Kelowna is required to follow specified guidelines to advertise a referendum process to eligible voters. In addition to these specified guidelines, the City of West Kelowna makes information available: on its website; through eNotifications to subscribers; via quarterly newsletters in utility bills, if timing permits; on its social media pages - Facebook, Instagram and Twitter; and, through distribution of public service announcements and/or news releases to media. |
Information For Candidates and Registered Campaigns
Nomination Information |
Nomination packages will be available Friday, July 15, 2022.
More information coming soon. |
Election Sign Guidelines |
Signs may be posted during the campaign period so long as the placement complies with Sign Bylaw No. 0250. Signs must not obscure travel lines of vision nor obstruct cyclists, pedestrians nor traffic. Signs must not obstruct access to businesses, emergency vehicles or property. Signs cannot be placed within 100 metres of a polling station. See our maps of restricted areas around polling stations. |
Important Links |
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Information for Electors
Voter Qualifications - Who Is Eligible To Vote? |
Electors Who Live in the City of West Kelowna (Resident Electors)You are eligible to vote as a resident elector if you are:
Electors Who Own Property in West Kelowna But Live in Another Jurisdiction (Non-Resident Electors)You may vote as a non-resident elector if you:
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Voter Registration - How Do You Register? |
Resident ElectorsRegister to vote at the polling station on voting day. You must provide two pieces of identification, one with a signature, that confirms who you are and where you presently live. Non-Resident ElectorsRegister to vote at the polling station on voting day. You must provide two pieces of identification, one with a signature, that confirms who you are and where you presently live. You must provide written consent from the majority of the property's co-owners to vote as the non-resident elector. Bring the completed and signed Non-resident Elector Consent Form when you arrive to vote at the polling station; or obtain the form from the polling station and return to vote with the completed and signed document.
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Voting - Mail Ballot Information |
More information coming soon.
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Voting - When and Where to Vote |
Eligible voters can vote at any West Kelowna polling station. All opportunities will be from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
There will be four Advance Voting opportunities in the City of West Kelowna Council Chambers - 2760 Cameron Road on the following dates: Wednesday, October 5, 2022 Friday, October 7, 2022 Tuesday, October 11, 2022 Thursday, October 13, 2022
General Voting Day is Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the following locations: Westbank Lions Community Centre - 2466 Main Street Constable Neil Bruce Middle School - 2010 Daimler Drive Mar Jok Elementary School - 2101 McDougall Road
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Voting - Mobility Assistance - How Does Curbside Voting Work? |
The City of West Kelowna makes every effort to ensure polling stations are accessible. If you find that a polling station is difficult to access, curbside voting is available. Simply ask another voter to inform election staff of your need for assistance and election staff will bring your ballot to your vehicle. If you require an interpreter, please bring one with you to the polling station. If you are unable to mark your own ballot, you may ask a relative, friend or election staff to assist you.
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Chief and Deputy Chief Election Officers
Shelley Schnitzler, Chief Election Officer
Rebecca Narinesingh, Deputy Chief Election Officer
Past Election Results
Past Election Results |
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