The nomination period officially closed on Sept. 11 as eligible voters prepare for the 2026 municipal election.
Below are the candidates who have thrown their hats in the ring for Telkwa mayor, village council, School District 54 (SD54) trustee, and Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) director.
(x) denotes incumbent
Mayor:
- Derek Meerdink
Council:
- Lee Ewald (x)
- Michelle Finch
- Grace Francis
- Cathy Frenette (x)
- Karen Hilchey
- Annette Morgan (x)
- Simon Schat (x)
RDBN Electoral Area A Director – Smithers Rural:
- Colin Kerr
- Stoney Stoltenberg (x)
SD54 Zone 3 Trustee – Telkwa, Quick:
- Rodney Taylor
- Kimberly Unger
Advanced voting will be at the Telkwa Community Church from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with general voting from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on October 17.
More voter information can be found on the Village of Telkwa website, SD54’s website or the RDBN’s website.
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