Frequently Asked Questions

To run for local office, Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• be 18 years of age or older on October 15, 2022;
• be a Canadian Citizen
• be a resident of BC in accordance with legislation, for at least 6 months
• not be disqualified from voting under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

A person is ineligible to run for office in a general local election or by-election if they:

• have been convicted of or sentenced for an indictable offence and are in custody;
• have been found guilty of an election offence, such as intimidation or vote-buying, and are prohibited from holding office;
• are judges of the Provincial Court, Supreme Court or Court of Appeal;
• are involuntarily confined to a psychiatric facility or other institution;

ELECTIONS BC INFORMATION

• Candidate Expense Limits
• Third Party Expense Limits
• Guide for Local Elections Third Party Sponsors in BC
• Guide to Local Elections Campaign Financing in BC