You can vote in a local election as either a resident elector or a non-resident property elector.

In accordance with section 72 and 73 of the Local Government Act, resident and non-resident property electors have the opportunity to register at the time of voting.

Resident Electors

You are eligible to vote as a resident elector if you:

• Are 18 years of age or older when you register to vote, or 18 years or older on general voting day
• Are a Canadian citizen
• Have been a resident of BC for at least six months immediately before they register to vote
• Are a resident of the jurisdiction on the day you register to vote; and
• Are not disqualified under the Local Government Act, or any other enactment from voting in local elections or otherwise disqualified by law

Non-Resident Property Electors

If you live outside the area but own property within Fort Fraser, you may be eligible to vote as a non-resident property elector.

A non-resident property elector must:

• Are 18 years of age or older when you register to vote, or 18 years or older on general voting day
• Are a Canadian citizen
• Have been a resident of B. C. for at least six months immediately before they register to vote
• Are the registered owner of real property in the jurisdiction where they intend to vote for at least 30 days immediately before you register to vote and
• Are not be disqualified under the Local Government Act, or any other enactment from voting in local elections or otherwise disqualified by law

If a person owns a property with one or more other individuals, only one person is eligible to vote as the non-resident property elector for that property. The owner entitled to vote must be designated, in writing, by the majority of the property owners.

A person cannot vote on behalf of a corporation, or as a non-resident property elector, based on a property owned wholly or in part by a corporation.

The information that electors must provide when applying to register as an elector (LGA section 70) is as follows:

• Full name;
• For resident electors, residential address and mailing address, if the mailing address is different;
• For non-resident property electors, the address or legal description of real property in respect of which the person is registering and the mail and mailing address, if different. Proof of Ownership must be provided (e.g. Property tax notice):
  • If there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, may register as a non-resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property in a jurisdiction.
    • Non-Resident Property Elector Form
    • Non-Resident property Elector Consent Form
• Either their birthdate or the last 6 digits of their social insurance number; and
• A declaration that the elector meets the qualifications to vote at the election.

To register at the time of voting a person must provide at least 2 pieces of identification with at least 1 of which includes the person’s signature, as set out in the Local Government Elections Regulation 383/93. For a full list please visit the Local Government Elections Regulation 383/93.

Some examples of acceptable documentation of identification includes:

• BC Drivers Licence
• BC Identification Card
• BC Care Card or BC Gold Care Card
• BC Services Card with or without a photo
• A citizenship or membership card issued by a first nation, or Metis Nation British Columbia
• Vehicle insurance papers
• Social Insurance Number Card
• Citizenship Card
• Property tax notice
• Credit card or debit card
• Utility bill

Properties registered in company/corporation names do not qualify under the Local Government Act to vote.

Once the candidates have been declared, the locations and times for all voting places (where an election will be held) will be announced.

All eligible electors in Fort Fraser are able to vote in the election using a mail-in ballot. This includes resident electors and non-resident property electors. 

To receive a mail ballot package, an eligible elector must first complete an Application to Vote by Mail Ballot. Eligible electors can apply between August 17 and October 9, 2026. This application form will be made available on this webpage on August 17, 2026. 

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako will send out mail ballot packages on or about September 28, 2026. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 4:00 pm on October 16, 2026. It is the responsibility of the person applying to vote by mail ballot to ensure that the ballot is received by this date and time. 

To learn more about eligibility and how to vote, please visit Voting in Local Elections.

To be eligible to run for the RDBN Fort Fraser Local Community Commission, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age on General Voting Day
• Be a Canadian citizen
• Have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately prior to nomination
• Not be disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other legislation from voting or holding office

These requirements ensure that candidates are qualified to participate in local governance and represent their communities.

Disqualified Candidates
A person is disqualified from being nominated, elected, or holding office if they:

• Are a judge 
• Are an RDBN Employee and do not meet leave requirements. A leave of absence is required before becoming a candidate and an agreement to resign if elected.
• Are serving a sentence for an indictable offence while in custody
• Are disqualified from candidacy under any law or enactment - examples include: failure to file required campaign financing disclosure statements, failure to take the oath of office when required, etc.

Candidates must be officially nominated during the nomination period in order to run in the election.

The nomination process includes:

• Submitting completed nomination documents within the nomination period.
• Collecting the required number of eligible nominators.
• Filing nomination papers with the Chief Election Officer or designated staff.
• Providing any required supporting documentation.

Nomination documents are available prior to the nomination period and must be submitted before the deadline. Late or incomplete submissions cannot be accepted.

Detailed instructions and forms will be provided in the Fort Fraser Local Community Commission Nomination Package.

Campaign activities for local elections in British Columbia are regulated under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act.

Candidates are responsible for:

• Complying with campaign financing rules, including contribution limits and expense limits
• Tracking and reporting campaign expenses and contributions
• Filing required disclosure statements with Elections BC

While the Regional District administers the election, Elections BC oversees campaign financing and disclosure requirements.

Candidates are encouraged to review the rules carefully to ensure compliance.

• Guide for Local Elections Campaign Financing in BC for Candidates and their Financial Agents

Campaign activities for local elections in British Columbia are regulated under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act.

Candidates are responsible for:

• Complying with campaign financing rules, including contribution limits and expense limits
• Tracking and reporting campaign expenses and contributions
• Filing required disclosure statements with Elections BC

While the Regional District administers the election, Elections BC oversees campaign financing and disclosure requirements.

Candidates are encouraged to review the rules carefully to ensure compliance.

• Guide for Local Elections Campaign Financing in BC for Candidates and their Financial Agents

Candidates are required to complete and submit a number of forms as part of the nomination process and campaign.

These may include:

• Nomination documents
• Candidate information release forms
• Financial disclosure statements
• Appointment forms for financial agents or scrutineers (if applicable)

All required forms and supporting materials will be included in the official Candidate Nomination Package.

Candidates should be aware of important dates and deadlines, including:

• Nomination period
• Withdrawal deadline
• Campaign period
• General Voting Day

All key dates will be posted on this webpage and should be reviewed carefully.

Additional information and guidance are available through the Province of British Columbia:

• Thinking of Running for Local Office

• Running for Local Office

• Elections BC Candidate Handbook

These resources provide detailed information on candidate responsibilities, campaign requirements, and the election process.