The Town of The Pas is heading to the polls next month for its municipal election.

 

Voters will elect one mayor and six councillors from a field of candidates.

 

The three candidates for mayor are Herb Jaques, Ralph McLean, and James Ridderikhoff.

 

Eleven candidates are running for council: Gary Hopper, Cindy Stephen, Debbie Howell, Larry Foster, Shelley Ward, Randy Manych, Trent Allen, Carrie Atkinson, Alan Gibb, Jim Berscheid, and one additional candidate listed on the official notice.

 

Election Day is Wednesday, October 28th. Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Pas Metis Hall on Gordon Avenue.

 

Advance voting will be available October 21st at the Town Office at 81 Edwards Avenue, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Mobile voting will also be available on Election Day at several health-care facilities, including St. Anthony's Hospital, St. Paul's Residence, Northern View Lodge, Kin Court, Pine View Manor, and Val Halla.

 

Voters who cannot attend in person may also apply for a sealed-envelope ballot. Applications can be made in person, by mail, or by email between September 30th and October 25th.

 

Identification may be required at the polls. Voters can use government-issued photo identification or, if required, two other documents proving identity.

 

For more information, voters can contact the Town of The Pas Senior Election Official, Julie Fothergill.