Frequently asked questions
When is the Election?
The next Morinville Election will be held on Monday, October 18, 2021, when voters will elect:
1 Mayor
6 Councillors
1 Sturgeon Public School Division Trustee or 1 Greater St. Albert Catholic School Division Trustees
To serve a four-year term
Where do I vote?
The Morinville Community Cultural Centre (9502 - 100 Avenue) is the designated polling station for the 2021 Municipal Election.
Institutional Voting Stations will be established on Election Day for the residents of:
Heritage Lodge, 10015-101 Avenue; and
Alberta Health Services Aspen House, 9706 - 100 Avenue
Do I need ID to vote?
In accordance with Section 53(1), Local Authorities Election Act (Proof of Elector Eligibility) and Section 95(1)(a)(ii) of the Election Act (Declaration Procedure), in order to vote, you must produce one piece of authorized identification that establishes both your name and current residential address.
Examples of authorized identification include:
Alberta Driver’s Licence
Alberta Identification Card
Bank/credit card statement or personal cheque
Income/property tax assessment notice
Insurance policy or coverage card
Statement of government benefits (ie employment insurance, old-age security or social assistance)
I will be away from Morinville on election day, can I still vote?
Yes, I encourage you to vote early if you can:
Saturday, October 9, 2021, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.;
Wednesday, October 13, 2021, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.;
Thursday, October 14, 2021, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and
Saturday, October 16, 2021, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
What do I do if I am unavailable to attend a polling station?
Electors who are unable to attend the voting station on Election Day (October 18, 2021) or during an advance voting opportunity because of physical incapacity, absence from the local jurisdiction or by being an appointed election worker outside of Morinville may apply for a Special Ballot package.
Electors at home, who by physical incapacity are unable to attend a voting station or advance voting opportunity can request to have two Deputy Returning Officers visit their residence within Morinville to cast their vote on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
https://www.morinville.ca/en/town-hall/election.aspx#Special-ballot
