2025 Municipal Election
Key dates
Residency required to qualify as a candidate (30 days prior to first day of nominations) Sunday, August 3, 2025
First day of nominations Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Residency required to qualify as a voter (30 days prior to election day) Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Last day for nominations Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 4 p.m.
Last day to withdraw nominations Friday, September 5, 2025 at 4 p.m.
Vote-by-mail kits distributed Week of September 15-19
Last day to mail return envelope (via Canada Post) Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Last day to return voter kits to Town Hall Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Election day Thursday, October 2, 2025, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Last day to apply for a recount Sunday, October 5, 2025
Swearing in ceremony To be determined
Last day to file campaign contribution/expense declaration Sunday, November 2, 2025
Election day: October 2, 2025
Participating in the municipal election is a vital way to contribute to Gander’s growth and well-being. Stay informed, ask questions, and make your mark on decisions that impact our town’s future.

Municipal Election Candidates
- Samantha Abbott
- Oswald Fudge
- Sheldon Handcock
- Jim Lidstone
- Jason Mitchell
- Barry Mullett
- Timeyin David Owojaiye
- Tara Pollett
- Krystle West
- Patrick Woodford