The by-election for the vacant Ward 4 Council seat is set for Tuesday, March 12. The City will once again be using a vote-by-mail system for the upcoming by-election. Residents of Ward 4 are encouraged to check the voters list to ensure they receive their vote-by-mail kit at the correct address. To learn if you are in Ward 4 you can check the City website.

The City relies on the permanent list of electors provided by Elections NL. If you have recently moved and/or reached the voting age of 18, you may not be on the voters list. To determine if you are on the list and/or to register if you are not, visit the Voter Registration Portal at stjohns.ca. 

Nominations

Residents are reminded that nominations for Ward 4 will take place from Feb. 6-13. Candidates will be announced once the nomination period has ended. Nominations must be in writing and state the name and residence of the candidate and be signed by the proposer and seconder. The proposer and seconder must be eligible to vote in this election, meaning they must be a Canadian citizen, 18 years of age or older and ordinarily a resident in Ward 4 of the City of St. John’s for the 30 days immediately preceding election day.

Nominees are required to contact the City Election Office to arrange an appointment for their nomination.