Town of St. Marys and Other Local Municipalities Host Election Candidate Information Sessions

The Town of St. Marys, Municipality of North Perth, Municipality of Perth East, Municipality of West Perth, Township of Perth South, and the City of Stratford are jointly hosting Election Candidate Information Sessions for residents who are considering running for municipal office.

The sessions will be led by experienced and knowledgeable trainers from Clerks On Call and are designed to provide prospective candidates with essential information to help them make informed decisions before entering the municipal election process.

Participants will learn about reasons to run or not run for municipal council, key personal and financial considerations, and the roles and responsibilities of council members and municipal staff. The sessions will also include an overview of the powers and influence of municipal government and council members, including strong mayor powers, as well as governance, legislative, and decision making processes. The importance of transparency and accountability in local government will be discussed, along with general campaign information and strategies for engaging with the media and the public.

Join one of these two sessions being offered to provide accessibility across the region.

Wednesday, February 25

Pyramid Recreation Centre End Zone,317 James Street South, St. Marys

6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 25

Perth East Recreation Complex,40 Temperance Street, Milverton

6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Join virtually by registering via email by 4:30 p.m. on the day of the session:
clerksoffice@town.stmarys.on.ca.

“These sessions provide valuable insight for anyone considering serving their community through municipal office,” said Jenna McCartney, Clerk for the Town of St. Marys. “By offering clear and practical information about the responsibilities of council and the realities of running for office, we hope to support informed and engaged local leadership across the region.”

The Election Candidate Information Sessions are open to residents of all participating municipalities. No prior political experience is required.

For more information, residents are encouraged to visit their local municipal website or contact their municipal Clerk’s Department.

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For media inquiries:

Lauren Thomson-Vernooy, Marketing and Communications Specialist
519-284-2340 ext. 432 | lthomson@town.stmarys.on.ca