The 2025 election campaign in Edmonton is officially underway.

Next October, Edmontonians will go to the polls to elect a mayor and twelve councillors.

They will also vote for school trustees.

A number of changes have been made to the process due to new provincial legislation.

Ballots will be counted by hand and political parties and lists will be allowed.

They must have at least five candidates and at least 1,000 party members eligible to vote.

They can receive campaign contributions and incur expenses.

There is now a two-step process for parties and candidates to run for office.

Notices of intent can be filed now, but nomination papers will need to be completed in the new year.