2024 Municipal Election

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Published: Monday, 24 June 2024 12:39
2024 Municipal Election

Municipal Elections in Nova Scotia will be held on October 19, 2024.

Returning Officer Josephine MacDonald will manage the election for the six municipalities in Pictou County. Her office is now open by appointment only. Regular office hours will be announced when they are set up.

How to Become A Candidate

If you are interested in running for office in the Town of Trenton, Town of New Glasgow, Town of Stellarton, Town of Westville, Town of Pictou or the Municipality of Pictou County, please contact Returning Officer Josephine MacDonald by email at  or by phone at 902-485-2253.

Nomination papers can be picked up at the returning office, Town Hall or found below.

The final day to register to become a candidate is September 10, 2024.

Visit the Become a Member of Council section to learn more.

Nominations Dates

Nomination days will begin by appointment on Aug. 29 through Sept. 9. Returning Officer Josephine MacDonald will be in each of the municipalities over that time period, but those looking to become a candidate from any of the six municipalities can visit her in any of the locations. To make an appointment call (902) 485-2253.

Nomination by appointment schedule:

  • Aug. 29 Municipality of Pictou County
  • Aug. 30 Town of Westville
  • Sept. 3 Town of Stellarton
  • Sept. 4 Town of Trenton
  • Sept. 5 Town of Pictou
  • Sept. 6 Town of New Glasgow
  • Sept. 7 Municipality of Pictou County

Nomination Day will be Sept. 10, which will be held at the Returning Office on the second floor of the MOPC Administrative Building at 46 Municipal Drive in Pictou. Those seeking nomination that day will be seen on a first come, first serve basis.

How to Vote

All voting in the upcoming October 19th election will be electronic. Voters will have the option to vote online or by phone. Voter cards and more information on how to vote will be announced in future correspondence.

There will be two advance polls on October 12, 2024 from Noon to 8:00pm and October 15, 2024 from Noon to 8:00pm. For advance polls there will be kiosks set up in each municipality where voters can have assistance with electronic voting.

Residents will be able to cast their electronic ballots between midnight on October 6, 2024 and October 19, 2024 at 7:00pm. This can be done with any electronic device or at a kiosk on Election Day.

Revisions to the Preliminary List of Electors

Municipal, Towns and Conseil Scolaire Acadien Elections
October 19, 2024

The preliminary lists of electors have been prepared for the upcoming elections. The revising officer(s) may make additions or corrections to the lists upon application by telephone, e-mail, mail or in person. Electors may find out if they are on the list of electors by:

(1) Visiting the municipal office Monday to Friday between the business hours of 9:00am - 4:00pm from August 1st to October 8th. 
MOPC Building 
46 Municipal Drive, Pictou, NS

(2) Contacting the returning office, Monday to Friday between the hours of 9:00am - 4:00pm from August 1st to October 8th.
Phone: 902-485-2253
E-Mail:

You will be asked for your name, your address and your date of birth.

Josephine MacDonald
Returning Officer

Returning Officer

Josephine MacDonald
Phone: 902-485-2253
Email:  
46 Municipal Drive, Pictou, NS B0K 1H0

Visit the Elections Pictou County website for updates and information about the 2024 Municipal Election!