Overview of the Saint-Ours municipal election
Residents of Saint-Ours, Quebec, head to the polls on November 2 to decide who will lead the town and who will sit on the municipal council. The ballot features a high-profile mayoral race with three candidates, alongside a mix of contested council seats and seats filled by acclamation. The outcome will shape local priorities and how the town addresses infrastructure, services, and community needs in the coming term.
The mayoral race: three candidates
Three candidates are on the ballot for mayor: the incumbent Sylvain Dupuis, along with challengers Michel Labonté and Alain Théberge. The mayoral contest is the centerpiece of this election, as the winner will oversee council operations and set the tone for policy discussions that affect residents’ daily lives. Voters will weigh leadership experience, vision for the town, and plans to address local concerns—from road maintenance to public services—when casting their ballots.
Election mechanics for the mayor’s race
In Saint-Ours, the mayoral race operates as a standard municipal election. The candidate with the most votes takes the office. While this article notes the presence of multiple candidates, the focus for residents is who can best lead the town through upcoming years, with turnout and engagement playing critical roles in the final result.
Contested council seats: posts 3, 5 and 6
Beyond the mayoral race, three council seats are the focus of active competition. These races will determine which voices contribute to the town’s governance on topics such as budgeting, services, and community programs.
Post no. 3: André Gagnon vs. incumbent Robert Vallée
The council seat at post 3 features a contest between André Gagnon and incumbent Robert Vallée. The race will decide who represents that ward on council and participates in shaping the municipality’s priorities and decisions for the next term.
Post no. 6: Lise Couture vs. Bruno Lachambre
At post 6, incumbent Lise Couture faces challenger Bruno Lachambre. This contest will influence how the town approaches neighborhood issues, public services, and local governance strategies over the coming years.
Post no. 5: Four candidates vie for a single seat
Post 5 features a four-way race with Thierry Chagot, Jonathan Cross, Réjean Dupré, and François Larocque on the ballot. Voters will evaluate each candidate’s ideas for development, fiscal management, and community initiatives as they decide who will join the council in this term.
Acclaimed seats: posts 1, 2 and 4
Three seats were decided by acclamation, meaning they were filled without a vote due to the absence of challengers. These seats are:
Post no. 4: Sophie Poirier (acclaimed)
An incumbent woman, Sophie Poirier, was acclaimed to post 4, ensuring a spot on council without opposition.
Post no. 1: Pierre Morin (acclaimed)
Pierre Morin was acclaimed to post 1, taking a council seat without a ballot race.
Post no. 2: Robert Beaudreault (acclaimed)
Robert Beaudreault also secured post 2 by acclamation, completing the set of non-contested seats on the council.
What this means for Saint-Ours residents
The combination of a competitive mayoral race, contested council seats, and several acclamations creates a diverse and dynamic election landscape for Saint-Ours. Residents will be watching how the mayor and council partners navigate budgeting, service delivery, and long-term planning. The results will determine how swiftly and effectively local projects move forward, how taxes are managed, and how responsive the town is to the needs of different neighborhoods and community groups.
Getting out to vote
Election day turnout will play a crucial role in reflecting the community’s priorities. While some seats are already decided by acclamation, the mayoral race and the contested council seats offer residents a direct voice in shaping Saint-Ours’ future. Citizens are encouraged to review candidate statements, attend debates if available, and participate in the process to ensure their representatives align with the town’s goals.
