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Elections 2025

School Board Elections: What You Need to Know


High Prairie School Division is pleased to announce the official results of the 2025 municipal election. We would like to extend our thanks to all candidates who put their names forward to be a School Board Trustee.
 

Candidate and Ward

Number of Votes

Ward 1 - Donnelly and Falher Area

 
Josee Aubin203
Karin Scholl (Incumbent)286*
Lynn Skrepnek (Incumbent)259*
  

Ward 2 - High Prairie and Area

 
Tammy Henkel (Incumbent)692*
Michael Strebchuk695*
Adrian Wong (Incumbent)557
  

Ward 3 - Joussard and Kinuso

 
Lorraine Shelp (Incumbent)Acclaimed
  

Ward 4 - Slave Lake and Area

 
Steven Adams293*
Susan Giesbrecht242
Cory Hughes (Incumbent)259
Joy McGregor (Incumbent)395*

 

(*) Denotes the candidate receiving the highest number of votes.


About School Board Elections

Every four years, Albertans vote for school board trustees during municipal elections. The next election will happen on Monday, October 20, 2025.

If you're running for the first time, congratulations on stepping into this exciting role! If you're running again, thank you for your continued service. Your interest in being a trustee is a vital part of our democracy.


In order to vote, you must produce for inspection one or more of the acceptable forms of identification required by section 53 of the Local Authorities Election Act.


Official Candidates List

Ward 1 - Donnelly and Falher Area (Election declared)

Electoral Map

  • Josee Aubin
  • Karin Scholl (Incumbent)
  • Lynn Skrepnek (Incumbent)

Ward 2 - High Prairie and Area (Election declared)

Electoral Map

  • Tammy Henkel (Incumbent)
  • Michael Strebchuk
  • Adrian Wong (Incumbent)

Ward 3 - Joussard and Kinuso (Acclaimed)

  • Lorraine Shelp (Incumbent)

Ward 4 - Slave Lake and Area (Election declared)

Electoral Map

  • Steven Adams
  • Susan Giesbrecht
  • Cory Hughes (Incumbent)
  • Joy McGregor (Incumbent)

Notice is hereby given that an election will be held for the filling of the following offices:
 

OfficesNumber of VacanciesWard
School Board Trustee21
School Board Trustee22
School Board Trustee24

Polling Stations

Voting will take place on the 20th day of October, 2025, between the hours of 10:00 am and 8:00 pm. Voting stations will be located at:

Ward 1 - Town and MD ResidentsDateStartFinish
MD of Smoky River No.130 Municipal Office, 701 Main Street, FalherMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
McLennan Legion #153, 3 3Ave, McLennanMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Jean Cote Community Hall, 490 50Ave, Jean CoteMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
    
Ward 2 - County ResidentsDateStartFinish
Prairie Echo Community HallMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Grouard Fire HallMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Pioneer Threshermans Association (Triangle Hall)Monday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Enilda W.I. Community HallMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Big Lakes County Administration BuildingMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Ward 2 - Town ResidentsDateStartFinish
Town of High Prairie Council Chambers, 4806 53 Ave, High PrairieMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
    
Ward 4 - MD ResidentsDateStartFinish
MD of Lesser Slave River No 124, Admin Office, Slave LakeMonday, October 20 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Widewater Community ComplexMonday, October 20 8:00 AM8:00 PM
Ward 4 - Town ResidentsDateStartFinish
Town of Slave Lake Council Chambers, 10 Main Street SW, Slave LakeMonday, October 20 9:00 AM8:00 PM

Advanced Polling Stations
 

Ward 1 - Town and MD ResidentsDateStartFinish
MD of Smoky River No.130 Municipal Office, 701 Main Street, FalherThursday, October 16 10:00 AM4:00 PM
    
Ward 2 - Town ResidentsDateStartFinish
Town of High Prairie Council Chambers, 4806 53 Ave, High PrairieTuesday, October 14 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Pleasantview Lodge, 4600 Pleasantview Drive, High PrairieTuesday, October 14 10:00 AM8:00 PM
J. B. Wood Continuing Care Centre, 5101 38 Street, High PrairieTuesday, October 14 10:00 AM8:00 PM
High Prairie Health Complex, 5101 38 Street, High PrairieTuesday, October 14 10:00 AM8:00 PM
Ward 2 - County ResidentsDateStartFinish
Prairie Echo Community HallWednesday, October 15 10:00 AM5:00 PM
Grouard Fire HallWednesday, October 15 10:00 AM5:00 PM
Pioneer Threshermans Association (Triangle Hall)Wednesday, October 15 10:00 AM5:00 PM
Enilda W.I. Community HallWednesday, October 15 10:00 AM5:00 PM
Big Lakes County Administration BuildingWednesday, October 15 10:00 AM5:00 PM
    
Ward 4 - Town ResidentsDateStartFinish
Town of Slave Lake Council Chambers, 10 Main Street SW, Slave LakeSaturday, October 18 10:00 AM4:00 PM

Candidate Guide

 

Alberta.ca School Board Elections Website


What Do School Boards Do?

School boards help guide schools and education in your community. Trustees act as a voice for students and families.

Key roles of school boards:

  • Be a governor of the Division.
  • Speaking up for students.
  • Supporting education.
  • Partnering with schools.
  • Setting goals and plans.
  • Representing the community.
  • Sharing information.

Time Commitment for Trustees

Being a trustee is more than just attending one meeting a month. You’ll also attend committee meetings, conferences, and other events. Some meetings happen during the day, and others in the evening. You’ll need to set aside time to prepare for meetings by reading documents. Trustees spend 120+ days per year in the provision of their regular duties on the Board.

Examples of commitments:

  • Monthly board meetings.
  • Education and training sessions.
  • Community and committee meetings.
  • Conferences (may include travel and overnight stays).

It’s a big responsibility, but many trustees find it very rewarding.


Why Become a Trustee?

As a trustee, you can make a real difference in students' lives and education. You’ll help guide decisions that shape the future of schools. It’s also a great way to stay involved in your community and contribute to positive change.


Important Dates

  • Nomination Deadline: September 22, 2025, by 12:00 p.m.
  • Election Day: October 20, 2025
  • New Trustee Orientation and Organizational Meeting: October 21, 2025
  • First Board Meeting: October 28, 2025

Nomination Period


January 1, 2025 – September 22, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

Locations for Nomination Papers Submission.
Candidates or their agents or representatives may submit completed nomination papers for the High Prairie School Division Trustee election to the following locations:
 

  • The High Prairie School Division Learning Support Centre located at 16532 Township
    Road 744 in High Prairie, Alberta
  • The Municipal District of Smoky River No. 130 Office located at 701 Main Street in
    Falher, Alberta
  • The Town of Slave Lake Office located at 10 Main Street SW in Slave Lake, Alberta

It is encouraged to make an appointment with the Returning Officer to submit your completed nomination package. Appointments can be made by emailing scairns@hpsd.ca or calling (780) 316-4025.


Nomination Forms

To run for school board Trustee, go to https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-election-forms and fill out the necessary forms and submit to the HPSD Returning Officer (or designated returning office) no later than Monday, September 22, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.