The Comox Valley Regional District is hosting a free candidate information session for those considering running for office as a Mayor, Councillor or Electoral Area Director in this October's local government elections.

The session will cover a range of topics including decision-making in local government, what to expect if elected, roles and responsibilities of elected officials, responsible conduct and other relevant topics for prospective candidates.

Staff from the district and each participating municipality will be available at the session to provide information and answer questions.

The event is on Thursday, August 13, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm in the CVRD Civic Room.

Participants may also attend virtually via Zoom webinar.

Local government elections are happening Saturday, October 17.

The nomination period for candidates will open on September 1 and will close September 11.

Voters in Courtenay will elect one Mayor and six Councillors. It’s the same for voters in Comox, while voters in Cumberland will elect one Mayor and four Councillors.

The Comox Valley Regional District is responsible for conducting the elections for three Electoral Area Directors, one in each of Electoral Area A (Baynes Sound – Denman/Hornby Islands), Electoral Area B (Lazo North), and Electoral Area C (Puntledge – Black Creek).

The Town of Comox is hosting a separate information session for those considering running for office in Comox - you can find info at Town of Comox.

The Strathcona Regional District is encouraging those who are considering a run for office to visit the District’s Local Elections Hub.