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Election Information
The next general Municipal Election will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2028 (the third Saturday in October)
Advanced voting in the 2024 Municipal and Conseil scolaire acadien provincial (CSAP) Election has closed.
Election results for the 2024 Municipal and CSAP election are populated here.
Voter Participation Rates - Previous Elections
| Year | Type | Eligible Voter Participation Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hybrid - electronic advanced/paper ballot election day | 48.3% voter turnout 55.4% of participants cast electronic votes |
| 2020 | All Electronic | 51.3% voter turnout 100% electronic votes |
| 2016 | Hybrid – electronic advanced/ paper ballot election day | 53.5% voter turnout 49.5% of participants cast electronic votes |
| 2012 | Hybrid – electronic advanced/ballot election day | 57.5% voter turnout 57% of participants cast electronic votes |
| 2008 | Paper ballot election | 50% voter turnout 100% paper ballot votes |
Election Quick Links
Elections in the municipality
Municipal elections are an incredibly important part of local governance and affect the day-to-day lives of residents throughout the municipality. From waste collection to public safety to transit and beyond, municipal government shapes how residents and visitors live, work, play, and invest in the municipality.
General municipal elections take place every four years, with the next election taking place on October 19, 2024. Qualified residents will vote for:
- Mayor
- Councillor (in their district)
- Conseil scolaire acadien provincial (CSAP) Member (if applicable)
Electoral boundaries
Changes are coming to the Cape Breton Regional Municipality's electoral district boundaries, taking effect for the 2024 Municipal and CSAP Election.
The Municipal Government Act requires all municipalities in Nova Scotia regulary conduct a review of the number and boundaries of electoral districts in the municipality.
While the municipality is responsible for conducting the review and putting forth a recommendation, the final decision on municipal electoral districts and boundaries is made by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB). The NSUARB released their boundary review decision on July 6, 2023 with updated electoral boundaries in the CBRM going into effect for the 2024 Municipal and Conseil scolaire acadien (CSAP) election.
You can find the new boundaries 2024 district maps and information
Information for voters
Find information including your eligibility, if you're on the voter's list and much more!
| Information for voters |
Becoming a candidate
From the nomination process to the various forms, you’ll need to complete – there’s plenty to learn about becoming a candidate.
| Learn more about becoming a candidate |
Who are the candidates?
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List of 2024 candidates available September 11th. |
NOW HIRING Election Workers!
We are looking for election workers from September 30 - October 19. If you are interested, please visit here:
Contact the Election Office
Inquiries and documents can be emailed and/or served in person between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For in-person appointments, please conact us at:
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- Phone: 902-563-5010