On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Town of Osoyoos will conduct an election for:

  • 1 Mayor

  • 4 Councillors

  • 2 Water Councillors

Advance opportunities for voting will take place on:

  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026

  • Saturday, October 10, 2026

All voting will take place at Sonora Community Centre gymnasium, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, 8505-68th Avenue, Osoyoos. Curbside voting will be available outside of Sonora Community Centre for voters who are mobility challenged and unable to enter the voting place.

Voters who are unable to vote at Sonora may apply for a mail ballot at the municipal office as of September 28, 2026.

Information for Voters

Registration for voting will take place in conjunction with voting opportunities. 

To be eligible to vote in the election, you must be:

  • 18 years of age or older on the day of registration to vote, and

  • A Canadian citizen, and

  • Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration, and

  • Current resident of Osoyoos (for resident electors), OR registered owner of real property in the Town of Osoyoos (for non-resident property electors) for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration, and

  • Not be disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.

Non-resident property electors are encouraged to contact the municipal office in advance to ensure that all the necessary paperwork has been assembled before busy voting days.

Information for Candidates

Candidates are encouraged to speak to existing elected officials to learn more about the experience and time commitment.

There are also some excellent resources available online:

Thinking About Running for Local Office?

Being an effective elected official (videos)

All elected officials in BC must abide by the local municipal Code of Conduct developed for elected officials.

Legislation and Bylaws

Municipal Elections in BC are administered in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act (Part 3)

Osoyoos’ Election Bylaw provides further local guidance. 

Not Finding what you're looking for?

This website will be expanded as further resources and documents become available. If you require information that is not shown here, please contact the Election Officers.

Chief Election Officer – Amy Robinson arobinson@osoyoos.ca

Deputy Chief Election Officer – Lauren Oshaski loshaski@osoyoos.ca

Past Election Information