Being an effective elected official
Last updated on July 16, 2026Once 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
The six YouTube videos below are intended to help potential candidates better understand what is involved in serving as an elected leader, including the skills needed to work with others, such as fellow elected officials, First Nation partners, and the community at large. The videos are highlights from a 2022 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.
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