The next General Local Government Election is Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The Town of Comox is governed by a Council of seven elected officials: one Mayor and six Councillors. Council operates at a policy level and delegates the day-to-day operations of the municipality to the Chief Administrative Officer and Town staff.
In accordance with the Community Charter and the Local Government Act, eligible voters of the Town of Comox vote in a General Local Election held every four years to elect their Council and School District 71 School Trustee.
Key Dates
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Legislation and resources
- Elections BC – campaign financing, advertising rules, and elector organization registration
- Ministry of Municipal Affairs – election legislation and administration
- Local Government Act (Part 3)
- Local Elections Campaign Financing Act
- Local Government Elections Regulation
- School Act (Part 4)
Election notices, legislation and bylaws
Election notices will be posted on this page starting in August 2026.
Contact information
Chief Election Officer/Corporate Officer
Shelly Russwurm
Email: elections@comox.ca
