The next reign of local leaders are expected to be named Saturday night, as Prince Rupert and Port Edward’s 2022 municipal elections get underway.
Prince Rupert’s race includes four candidates vying to be mayor, after the incumbent Lee Brain decided to step down, and eight candidates seeking one of six spots on council, five who are incumbents.
In Port Edward, three residents have stepped up to run for mayor, including the incumbent mayor, and five names will be on the ballot seeking one of four council positions, three who are incumbents.
Polls are open in both communities Oct. 15 from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Where you can vote in Prince Rupert:
Prince Rupert Recreation Complex - Auditorium
1000 McBride St, Prince Rupert, B.C.
Where you can vote in Port Edward:
District of Port Edward, Municipality Office
770 Pacific Avenue, Port Edward, B.C.
Who you can vote for in Prince Rupert:
- Municipal election candidates announced in Prince Rupert
- Prince Rupert election nominees provide thought-provoking responses at all-candidates forum
- Prince Rupert candidates heat up electoral conversation with port tax cap scrapping
For the City of Prince Rupert election information page, click here.
Who you can vote for in Port Edward:
- Port Edward and North Coast Regional District electoral candidates
- Port Edward’s election candidates share their vision at public forum
For the District of Port Edward election information page, click here.
What happens once polls close?
After 8 p.m., election officials will begin counting and tallying the ballots.
Check out our website and Facebook page for full coverage of the results once polls close.