ELECTION ANNOUNCEMENTS
May 13, 2025
The Chief Electoral Officer has issued a Public Notice announcing the approved candidates in the 2025 Spring District Elections for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government
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Please click on the links for more details about these elections.
Foothills Métis District (1) - District Council Election
Medicine Hat Métis District (2) - District Captain & Council Election
Jasper House Métis District (7) - District Council Election
Fort Edmonton Métis District (9) - District Council Election
St. Albert Métis District (11) - District Captain & Council Election
Lac La Biche Métis District (19) District Council Election
Welcome to the Office of the Chief Electoral, your trusted source for ensuring fair and transparent elections in the Otipemisiwak Métis Government.
Our office plays a vital role in upholding the democratic process by overseeing and managing all aspects of elections.
Here’s what we do:
Election Management
- We meticulously plan and execute elections at all levels, ensuring every eligible citizen can exercise their right to vote.
Voter Education
- We empower citizens with knowledge about the electoral process, along with their voting rights and responsibilities.
Electoral Integrity
- We uphold the highest standards of fairness and integrity in elections, safeguarding against fraud and ensuring the accuracy of election results.
Outreach and Engagement
- We engage with communities across the province to promote voter participation, encourage community traditions, and foster a culture of democracy.
Regulatory Guidance
- We provide guidance on electoral laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and transparency in campaign financing and electoral practices.
Independent Oversight
- As an independent body, we operate impartially to uphold the principles of democracy, free from partisan influence.
ABOUT THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER
Del Graff was first appointed as Chief Electoral Officer by the Provincial Council to serve in the largest Ratification in history of our Otipemisiwak Métis Government Constitution in November 2022, and to oversee the Special General Assembly Meeting in May 2023.
In September 2023, Chief Del Graff served as Chief Electoral Officer in the historical General Election that formed our Otipemisiwak Métis Government. In his role, Chief Del Graff was responsible for providing guidance and supervision to ensure fair and impartial voting procedures, compliance with MNA bylaws, and the highest levels of integrity throughout the process.
Chief Del Graff has an impressive track record in public service. For over a decade, he served as the Child and Youth Advocate, an Independent Officer of the Alberta Legislature. In this role, he represented the rights, interests, and viewpoints of vulnerable young people across Alberta. Before becoming the Child and Youth Advocate, Chief Del Graff worked for 30 years in the field of addictions and child and family development. He has a BSW from UVIC and an MSW from the University of Calgary specializing in management, communities, and policy.
He and his wife, Veronica are Métis Citizens. Together they raised three children and have two grandchildren.
Chief Del Graff continues to serve as the Chief Electoral Officer for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information on the Elections and Referenda Act and Campaign Finance Regulation, please visit the Election Act and Regulations page, or contact the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer.
For more information about the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, please visit albertametis.com
Updates will be added as they become available. Stay tuned!
CONTACT THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICE
12304 111 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T5M 2N4
1-877-576-4250