By-Election Information Page for Ward 5 - Grimshaw
Run for Trustee with HFCRD
Are you passionate about education and making a difference? Trusteeship offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Catholic education in your community.
What Does a Trustee Do?
Becoming a trustee for HFCRD means acting as a governing board to advocate for students, support Catholic values, and help guide the long-term growth of the schools in our communities. Trustees ensure that decisions reflect community values and needs, oversee financial management, and ensure operations meet student needs in a faith-centered environment.
Trustees work with fellow board members to set the division's direction, ensuring Catholic teachings guide policies and priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
Aligning division priorities with Catholic values
Engaging with the community
Evaluating the superintendent’s performance
Advocating for resources to maintain a high-quality Catholic education
Monthly board meetings and committee work
Trustees also represent HFCRD in provincial committees and work with other Catholic educators to enhance education.
Why Become a Trustee?
Serving as a trustee allows you to make a lasting impact on Catholic education. Whether new to governance or experienced, your involvement helps shape a bright future for students and families. Trusteeship is a way to give back to your community while ensuring high standards in education and faith formation.
This is your opportunity to help guide HFCRD’s future and provide a faith-centered, high-quality education. We encourage you to get involved!
Important Dates
Nominations Open: January 23, 2026
Nomination Day: February 20, 2026
Election Day: March 20, 2026
You are generally eligible to be nominated as a candidate if:
You are at least 18 years of age
You are a Canadian citizen
You are a resident of your ward on Election Day and for the six months before Nomination Day.
You are of Catholic Faith
Forms
The following forms are required to run for trustee. Please sign, complete and return them to the returning officer at the Catholic Conference Centre (10307-99 Street, Peace River) or at Holy Family School (4412 50 Street, Grimshaw). All forms are part of the Candidate Nomination Package which can be found in a Public Google Folder HERE
1.Criminal Record Check (obtained from your local RCMP detachment)
2.Notice of Intent to be Nominated
3.Form 4 Nomination Paper and Candidates Acceptance Form
4.Form 5 Candidate Financial Information
5.Release of Candidate Information
6.Candidate Biography (optional)
Resources for Candidates
The Alberta School Boards Association’s "Guide for School Board Trustees" is an excellent resource that outlines trustee roles, necessary skills, and important considerations. Make sure to review this as you prepare to run for trustee.
The Alberta Catholic School Trustees' Association (ACSTA) also has a Handbook for Prospective Candidates.
The Alberta Government has important information and documents in the Alberta School Board Election Guide.
Ward Boundaries
HFCRD Board of Trustees consists of eight members from the following wards:
(Note: The by-election is for Ward 5 - Grimshaw)
One (1) trustee shall be elected from Ward 1 (High Prairie and immediate counties)
One (1) trustee shall be elected from Ward 2 (McLennan and immediate counties)
One (1) trustee shall be elected from Ward 3 (Valleyview and immediate counties)
One (1) trustees shall be elected from Ward 4 (Manning/Fort Vermillion and immediate counties)
One (1) trustee shall be elected from Ward 5 (Grimshaw and immediate counties)
Two (2) trustees shall be elected from Ward 6 (Peace River/Nampa and immediate counties)
One (1) trustee shall be elected from Ward 7 (Fairview and immediate county)
Detailed ward maps can be found HERE.
For more information:
Zachary Silva - Returning Officer
Phone: 780-624-3956
Nominations
Nomination papers must be submitted between January 23, 2026, to noon on February 20, 2025, at the Catholic Conference Centre (10307-99 Street, Peace River) or at Holy Family School (4412 50 Street, Grimshaw). You can file a nomination in person with the returning officer. Nominations by fax or email are not accepted. Candidates must also complete a Release of Candidate Information form.
Election Day
Election Day will be March 20, 2026. Voting stations and procedures will be announced closer to the date.
Advanced Polls
Information on Advanced Poll locations and times will be posted on the Election page.