Frequently Asked Questions
1) What elections are conducted by the City of Airdrie?
The Municipal elections elect members of Council, including the Mayor and Aldermen. The election may also be held in conjunction with the Rocky View School District (RVSD) and the province of Alberta if requested.
2) How often are municipal elections held?
Municipal elections are held every third year, on the third Monday in October.
3) How many positions are there for each office?
- One Mayoral position
- 6 Aldermen positions
4) Does Airdrie have a ward system?
The City of Airdrie does not have a ward system. Each alderman represents the community as a whole.
How is the number of eligible voters determined?
The number of eligible voters is determined by a voter being:
- At least 18 years of age
- A Canadian citizen
- A resident of Alberta for at least six consecutive months
- A resident of Airdrie on election day
5) How are the ballots counted?
The ballots are counted by an automated vote tabulator. If, at the close of the poll, the Returning Officer feels it is impractical to count the ballots with the vote tabulator, he/she may direct that all votes cast during the election be counted manually.
6) Who is Airdrie’s longest serving Mayor?
Airdrie’s longest serving Mayor was Dan Oneil. Oneil sat on Council for 18 years, of which he served 12 years as Mayor.
7) When did the City experience the best voter turnout?
2004, was the City of Airdrie’s best voter turnout with 31 per cent of eligible voters casting their ballot.