2025 Municipal Elections

A Warden elected by universal suffrage is chosen by the entire population, or more precisely by all eligible voters in the MRC.

Warden’s Remuneration

In accordance with By-law 19-AR982-2025 concerning the remuneration of the Warden elected by universal suffrage and the members of the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent Council, the Warden’s base annual remuneration is set at $40,578 for the year 2025.

In addition to this amount, an expense allowance is automatically granted, representing half of the elected official’s basic remuneration, in accordance with section 19 of the Act respecting the remuneration of municipal elected officials.

This expense allowance is therefore $20,289.00 (non-taxable) and added to the base salary of the warden.

$ 40 578 + $ 20 289 = $ 60 867 total annual remuneration for the warden.

What are the main roles and responsibilities of an elected warden?

• The Warden is the face and spokesperson of the MRC.
• He ensures that the regional needs of the ENTIRE population of the Lower North Shore are represented and defended.
• The elected warden acts in a neutral manner, working for all municipalities in the territory equally.
• The Warden chairs the MRC Council, conducts meetings, and facilitates discussions on regional policies and decisions.
• The Warden analyzes and responds to urgent and complex issues faced by the MRC.
• The elected warden mobilizes communities and rallies their support for regional priorities and initiatives.
• The elected Warden negotiates with external partners and other decision-makers to achieve the best possible outcomes for the Lower North Shore.

What is the difference between a mayor and a warden?

The mayor…

• Is the head of a single municipality;
• Is elected by the population of the municipality;
• Oversees local government services, manages public services and sets local policies.

The Warden…

• Heads the MRC, which is comprised of the 5 municipalities;
• Will be elected by the population of the Lower North Shore;

• Acts as the representative and leader for the entire region, advocates for all citizens and communities on the Lower North Shore.

Thinking of running for the office of elected warden?

Your first responsibility is to ensure that you are eligible and have the right to run for office. You must do this before taking the oath in your nomination paper.

To be eligible, you must comply with Articles 47, 54 and 61 of the Act respecting elections and referendums in Municipalities.

What key qualities should an elected warden possess ?

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate clearly in both languages are essential for explaining the region’s plans and garnering support.
• The elected warden must possess informed judgement and decision-making abilities to navigate complex issues and make sound decisions for the region.
• The role demands a talent for negotiation to achieve results that benefit the MRC.

It is also essential to familiarize yourself with the various laws governing municipal policy. Several documents are available on this page for this purpose.

Can I vote in the elections?

To exercise the right to vote, a person must, at the time of voting, be an elector of the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent and have his name entered on the list of electors of the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent.

Every person who is of full age and a Canadian citizen, who is neither disqualified from voting under section 53 of the Act respecting elections and referendums in municipalities nor disqualified from voting as a result of a judgment rendered under article 288 of the Civil Code and who meets one of the following two conditions is an elector of the MRC:

• the person has been domiciled in the territory of the MRC and, for at least six months, in Québec;
• the person has been, for at least 45 days, the owner of an immovable or the occupant of a business establishment, within the meaning of the Act respecting municipal taxation (chapter F-2.1), situated in the territory of the MRC.