Being an effective elected official
Last updated on September 13, 2022Once you are elected the real work begins. Effective elected officials have a number of things in common – they:
- Are honest and act with integrity
- Accept responsibility for their actions
- Respect others and the institution of local government
- Have an ability to lead, listen, and positively influence others while working collaboratively
These videos are intended to help potential candidates better understand what is involved in serving as an elected leader, including the skills needed to work with fellow elected officials, Indigenous partners, and the community at large.
The videos are highlights from a moderated panel discussion with four elected officials about what it means to be an effective elected official.
Learn more about being a candidate for locally elected office.
Guidance and resources
Elections BC
Contact Elections BC if you have questions about campaign financing, election advertising and third party sponsor rules.
Elections BC General Local Elections Guides
- Electoral Organization Annual Financial Reporting Guide (PDF, 635KB)
- Guide to Elector Organization Registration (PDF, 231KB)
- Guide to Local Elections Campaign Financing in B.C. for Candidates and their Financial Agents (PDF, 1007KB)
- Guide to Local Elections Campaign Financing in B.C. for Elector Organizations and their Financial Agents (PDF, 936KB)
- Guide for Local Elections Third Party Sponsors in BC (PDF, 477KB)
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