Information for Prospective Candidates
Information for prospective candidates
The information provided here is intended to inform prospective candidates about the qualifications required, disqualification criteria, nomination process, election procedures, and some of the basic duties, obligations, and responsibilities of an elected council member.
Prospective candidates are asked to come to City Hall to pick up nomination papers and register with the Returning Officer. This will allow election officials to ensure that all prospective candidates receive the same information and can be kept informed of new information as it becomes available. Nomination forms are NOT available on the website. Registering does not obligate anyone to file a nomination.
- Candidate Handbook
- 1 - Qualifications for Council Members
- 2 - Submission of Nomination Papers
- 3 - Candidate Checklist
- 4 - If You Are Elected
- 5 - Oaths of Office and Allegiance
- 6 - A Summary of the Time Commitment
- 7 - Remuneration for Council Members
- 8 - Advertising Rules
- 9 - Municipal Election Sign Regulations
- 10 - Candidate Forums
- 11 - Key Dates
- 12 - Basic Election Information
- 13 - Leave of Absence for Employee Running for Council
- Basic Council Details
Debate around non-profit challenges in Whitehorse - September 28
See PDF agenda here.
For additional information, contact:
Bruno Bourdache
Executive Director/ Directeur général
Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon (VBY)
305 Wood Street
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 5P7
Ph: (867) 456-4304
Candidates Meet and Greet - Riverdale Community Association - October 2
The Riverdale Community Association is hosting a candidates meet and greet on October 2nd from 6-8 pm at the Heart of Riverdale.
For additional information, contact:
Riverdale.c.a@gmail.com
All Candidates Forums - Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce - October 3 & 4
The Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce will be hosting two public forums to learn about the Candidates and his/her stance on various issues in the upcoming Whitehorse municipal election.
Forums are at the Gold Rush Inn - Town Hall meeting room
Wednesday, October 3rd (Council candidates) from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursday, October 4th (Mayoral candidates) from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Refreshments will be served.
For additional information, contact:
Andrei Samson
business@whitehorsechamber.ca
(867) 667-7545
More opportunities to meet electors
Several community groups and organizations have indicated an intention to host debates or “meet and greet” sessions with candidates.
As more information is available we will post it here. In the meantime, check the local papers, social media, etc. for opportunities to meet with electors throughout the community.