Trustee Municipal Elections

Guide for

SCHOOL TRUSTEE CANDIDATES

On October 17, 2026 is the BC Trustee Elections!

School trustees are elected members of a board of education. School trustees represent the public and advocate for public education in their community.

School District 54 (Bulkley Valley) will conduct elections for school board trustees within the following areas:

Zone 1 – Lake Kathlyn / Evelyn / Witset (1 trustee)
Zone 2 – Smithers / Glentanna / Driftwood (3 trustees)
Zone 3 – Telkwa / Quick (1 trustee)
Zone 4 – Houston ( 2 trustees)

The nomination period is September 1 – September 11.

Key Dates:

Pre-campaign period begins – July 20

Nomination period begins – September 1

Close of nominations – September 11

General Voting Day – October 17

Useful Documents:

2026 – 2027 SD54 School Board and Committee Meetings Calendar

BCSTA Candidates Guide – 2026

Glossary of Key Terms For School Trustees

Ministry of Municipal Affairs – What Every Candidate Needs to Know