Candidate Information Sessions Start on July 30
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The first of three candidate information sessions is coming up this week for those interested in running as a candidate in the October 2026 general local elections.
Watch this page for more information on how and when to submit candidate nominations.
Financing and Advertising Rules (Local Candidates) from Elections BC
July 30, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Information session from Elections BC on campaign financing and advertising for local candidates.
Register through Elections BC at https://elections.bc.ca/session/local-can-session/information-session-financing-and-advertising-rules-local-candidates/
Comox Valley Local Governments Candidate Information Session
August 13, 2026 from 6-9 p.m.
The information session offers interested candidates an opportunity to learn about the role of an elected official and ask questions. The session is hosted jointly by the Village of Cumberland, the City of Courtenay, and the CVRD. View the agenda.
Register through the CVRD at https://www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/services/legislative-services/elections-aaps-other-voting/general-local-elections/nomination
This is an online session. You may also join the online session at a local government facility. Please contact Rachel Parker at rparker@cumberland.ca for more information.
School Trustee Information Session
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Register here: comoxvalleyschools.ca/trustee-elections/
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