2025 Municipal Election – Municipal District of Acadia No. 34
The next general municipal election will be held at the Acadia Valley Community Hall on Monday, October 20 from 10am – 8pm, in alignment with provincial scheduling under Alberta's Local Authorities Election Act.
The Municipal District of Acadia Council plays a vital role in shaping the future of Acadia Valley and the surrounding area. With five at-large councillor seats and no ward system, candidates represent the entire district. The Reeve is chosen by council after the election, ensuring collaborative leadership and allowing candidates to focus solely on the councillor role.
Candidates
| First Name | Last Name | Incumbent | Nominated Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| DARCY | BROWN | COUNCILLOR | |
| SCOTT | HEEG | X | COUNCILLOR |
| DEREK | KAUPPINEN | COUNCILLOR | |
| TIM | PEERS | X | COUNCILLOR |
| PETER | RAFA | X | COUNCILLOR |
| AARON | SKAPPAK | X | COUNCILLOR |
Candidate Nominations
All individuals run for one of the five Councillor positions. There is no separate nomination for Reeve—this position will be filled by the newly elected council members at their first meeting following the election.
Nomination Period
Opens: January 1, 2025
Closes: Noon on Monday, September 22, 2025 Alberta.ca
How to Nominate
Candidates must submit a Notice of Intent and completed Nomination Form, available at the MD office or via the MD website.
Ensure submission is received by 12:00 PM (noon) on September 22, 2025.
Election will be held:
Acadia Valley Community Hall
Monday, October 20th
10am – 8pm
The MD does not use wards or divisions—all councillors are elected at large, meaning all eligible voters in the MD vote for any of the candidates running.
Voter Registration
Alberta now uses VoterLink, a centralized provincial voter registry: https://www.voterlink.ab.ca/
Visit the provincial portal to register, update, or verify your voter details. Participation in VoterLink ensures access to the provincial Electors Registry used by the MD.
A local Candidate Information Guide, is available below. Refer to provincial resources under the Local Authorities Election Act and Municipal Government Act for detailed guidance.
