2009 Saskatchewan municipal elections facts for kids
In 2009, the Canadian province of Saskatchewan held special elections in its cities and towns. These are called municipal elections, and they happen so people can choose their local leaders. One of the most important jobs people vote for is the mayor. A mayor is like the main leader of a city or town. They help make decisions about things that affect everyone living there, like parks, roads, and local services.
Understanding Municipal Elections
Municipal elections are super important because they let people pick who will run their local government. This is different from voting for provincial or national leaders. When you vote in a municipal election, you are choosing people who will work on issues right in your own community. These elections help make sure that the people in charge understand what local residents need and want.
What is a Mayor?
The mayor is the head of the city council. The city council is a group of elected people who make decisions for the city. The mayor leads meetings, helps set goals for the city, and represents the city to other governments. They work hard to make their city a great place to live for everyone.
Election Results in Saskatchewan (2009)
Here are the results from some of the mayoral elections that happened in Saskatchewan on October 28, 2009. You'll see who ran for mayor and how many votes they received. Sometimes, if only one person wants the job, they are "acclaimed," which means they automatically get the position without a vote.
Estevan Mayoral Race
In Estevan, the mayoral race had a clear outcome.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Gary St. Onge (X) | Acclaimed | |
Lloydminster Mayoral Race
The city of Lloydminster saw a few candidates running for mayor.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Jeff Mulligan | 2,141 | 50.6 |
| Ken Baker (X) | 1,802 | 42.6 |
| Robert Rody | 285 | 6.7 |
Melfort Mayoral Race
Here are the results for the mayoral election in Melfort.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Kevin Phillips (X) | 978 | 86.3 |
| Holly Simmans | 155 | 13.7 |
Moose Jaw Mayoral Race
Many people in Moose Jaw voted for their next mayor.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Glenn Hagel | 6,445 | 64.5 |
| Stanley Koch | 2,749 | 27.5 |
| Ernie Penney | 590 | 5.9 |
| Karen Andersen Tyers | 213 | 2.1 |
North Battleford Mayoral Race
The mayoral election in North Battleford was very close.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Ian Hamilton | 1,524 | 40.9 |
| Brad Pattinson | 1,509 | 40.5 |
| Wayne Ray | 293 | 7.9 |
| Joyce Salie | 224 | 6.0 |
| Reid Stewart | 174 | 4.7 |
Prince Albert Mayoral Race
Here are the results for the city of Prince Albert's mayoral election.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Scarrow (X) | 4,239 | 51.0 |
| Jim Stiglitz | 2,832 | 34.1 |
| Riley Simonite | 1,235 | 14.9 |
Regina Mayoral Race
The capital city of Regina also held its mayoral election.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Pat Fiacco (X) | 30,093 | 84.2 |
| Jim Elliott | 4,225 | 11.8 |
| Linda White | 1,423 | 4.0 |
Saskatoon Mayoral Race
Saskatoon, one of Saskatchewan's largest cities, also chose its mayor.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Don Atchison (X) | 26,676 | 57.7 |
| Lenore Swystun | 17,678 | 38.3 |
| Johnny Melenchuk | 736 | 1.6 |
| Roger M. Chernoff | 709 | 1.5 |
| Steve Lawrance | 407 | 0.9 |
Swift Current Mayoral Race
Here are the results for the mayoral election in Swift Current.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Jerrod Schafer | 2,726 | 52.1 |
| Don Robinson | 1,717 | 32.9 |
| Stacey Ellertson | 753 | 14.4 |
Weyburn Mayoral Race
The city of Weyburn also elected its mayor in 2009.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| Debra Button (X) | 2,139 | 90.5 |
| Bruce Croft | 225 | 9.5 |
Yorkton Mayoral Race
Finally, here are the results from the mayoral election in Yorkton.
| Candidate | Vote | % |
|---|---|---|
| James Wilson | 2,099 | 50.7 |
| Randy Goulden | 2,045 | 49.3 |
