If you're already excited about the upcoming municipal elections in November, Bowen Island Municipality is making it easier to also stay informed.
The municipality's chief election officer, Kathy Lalonde, has launched the Local Government Election information webpages on the BIM website, www.bimbc.ca.
Click on the "Municipal Hall" drop-down menu on the home page and scroll down to "Government Elections".
Details are provided regarding the local government elections on Saturday, November 19 including information on:
Resident electors
Non-resident property electors
Mail ballot voting, candidate
Frequently_asked questions for voters/candidates.
The process for the election is as follows:
Tuesday, October 4: Nomination period begins at 9 a.m.
Friday, October 14 at 4 p.m.: Nomination period ends
Friday, October 21 at 4 p.m.: Deadline for withdrawal of candidates
Monday, October 24: Declaration of candidates
Wednesday, November 9: Advance voting day
Saturday, November 19: Election day
In the months leading up to election day 2011, these pages will be updated with more information. Should you have any questions or require further details on the Bowen Island elections, call the municipal office at (604) 947-4255, visit the office at 981 Artisan Lane or email your question to [email protected].