Information for Candidates for Parksville Council

June 24, 2026

NEWS RELEASE

Interesting in running for office in this year's municipal election? The City of Parksville will host information sessions for those interested in running for Mayor or Councillor. Sessions are geared to potential candidates and campaign workers; however, anyone interested is welcome to join a session.

Information sessions will be held in the Forum, Parksville Civic and Technology Centre (100 Jensen Avenue East) as follows:

  • Tuesday, July 14, from 10.30 to noon
  • Wednesday, September 2, from 1.30 to 3 pm

These sessions will cover the information prospective candidates need to know about the upcoming election, including the Municipal Elections Act, responsibilities of elected officials, expected time commitment and compensation, election sign regulations, required forms and documents, key dates, and more. Staff will be available to answer questions. We encourage prospective candidates to RSVP to election-official@parksville.ca.

Nomination Filing Period

  • The nomination filing period runs from 9 am on Tuesday, September 1 to 4 pm on Friday, September 11. Nomination packages will not be accepted prior to 9 am on September 1 or after 4 pm on September 11. Appointments are recommended.
  • Nomination packages will be available from the City’s administration offices during regular office hours
    (8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays) from 9 am on Friday, July 24 to 4 pm on Friday, September 11.

The municipal election will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, to elect one Mayor, six Councillors, and two School Board Trustees (Electoral Area G).

Detailed information including key dates and information for voters and for candidates running for Council is available on Let’s Talk Parksville, through a direct link, also accessible from the City’s website. Please refer questions about the election to the Chief Election Officer at election-official@parksville.ca

For more information:
Chief Election Officer
Election-official@parksville.ca
250 954-3070