Overview: A town in motion ahead of November 2
Saint-Ours residents will head to the polls on November 2 to choose their mayor from three candidates: the incumbent Sylvain Dupuis faces Michel Labonté and Alain Théberge. In addition to the mayoral race, three council seats remain to be decided by ballot. The town will also see several incumbents elected by acclamation, streamlining the election day for other posts.
Mayoral race: three contenders at the helm
The mayoral contest in Saint-Ours features three candidates who will present their platforms to voters seeking direction for the town’s future. The incumbent, Sylvain Dupuis, squares off against Michel Labonté and Alain Théberge. While incumbents can offer continuity, challengers often push for new approaches on local priorities such as housing, infrastructure, and community services. Residents will be weighing experience against fresh perspectives as they cast ballots for the town’s top leadership role.
Council elections: three seats decided by ballots
Beyond the mayoral race, three council seats require voters to decide. The post no. 3 is a contest between André Gagnon and the current council member Robert Vallée. At stake is the direction of council decisions on local bylaws, budgets, and community programs. Meanwhile, post no. 6 features the incumbent Lise Couture facing challenger Bruno Lachambre. Finally, post no. 5 brings a four-way race with Thierry Chagot, Jonathan Cross, Réjean Dupré, and François Larocque all vying for a seat on the council. Each race will test the candidates’ ability to address local needs and represent diverse community interests on the town council.
Council Post 3: Gagnon vs Vallée
André Gagnon challenges the current holder, Robert Vallée, in a race that could shape council priorities for years to come. Voters will be looking at each candidate’s proposals for road maintenance, public safety, and community services as the town plans its next term.
Council Post 5: A four-candidate contest
The no. 5 seat attracts four hopefuls—Thierry Chagot, Jonathan Cross, Réjean Dupré, and François Larocque—each bringing distinct experiences. With competing visions for development, zoning, and municipal programs, this race could influence the tone of council debates and decision-making in the years ahead.
Council Post 6: Couture vs Lachambre
In post no. 6, the race is between the incumbent Lise Couture and Bruno Lachambre. The outcome will help determine priorities in areas such as municipal services, taxation, and citizen engagement as the town moves forward.
Seats decided by acclamation
Three posts were decided without a ballot due to unopposed candidacies: post no. 1, post no. 2, and post no. 4. Pierre Morin has been acclaimed to post no. 1, Robert Beaudreault to post no. 2, and Sophie Poirier to post no. 4. Acclamations mean these seats are filled based on available candidates, allowing the electorate to focus their votes on the remaining contested posts and the mayoral race.
What this means for Saint-Ours
With the acclamations, Saint-Ours can expect a more streamlined election day, while still giving voters a say on the three contested council seats and the mayor’s office. The results will help define the town’s priorities, including infrastructure upgrades, community services, and long-term development plans. As November 2 approaches, residents can review each candidate’s platform and participate in shaping the town’s leadership for the next term.
Looking ahead to the vote
Saint-Ours’ election day will be a decisive moment for the community. The mayoral race and the three ballot contests will determine how the town addresses local concerns and plans for the future. Voters are encouraged to research the candidates, understand their platforms, and appear at the polls to have a say in both the leadership and the council that will guide Saint-Ours through the coming years.
About Saint-Ours
Saint-Ours is a municipality in Quebec where local elections focus on practical governance, community services, and shared priorities. The town’s residents play a crucial role in shaping its trajectory, and the upcoming vote will reflect the community’s desire for stability or change in leadership and management of municipal affairs.
