ELECTION DAY IS MONDAY OCTOBER 20, 2025
Advance Polling, October 8 & 11
High Level Rural Hall
- October 8th, 4pm – 8pm
- October 11th: 11am – 4pm
Election Day, October 20
10am – 8pm
- High Level Rural Hall
- Zama Municipal Office (Cornerstone/Library Building)
Largest Ward in Mackenzie County… maybe in any Alberta Municipality
The new combined Ward 9/10 (shown as 9 & 10 on the map, new map not created to date) is larger than the rest of the land mass of Mackenzie County, measuring approximately 40,000 square kilometers. Stretching from the Northwest Territories Border to the boundary of Paddle Prairie and County of Northern Lights and from the British Columbia Border to the 5th Meridian (about the Machesis Lake Road) and the Peace River.
Interesting fact… that the average size of a Rural Municipality in Alberta is 8,000 sq kms — and our Ward alone is 40,000!!
Source: RMA Alberta’s Rural Municipalities: Unique Size, Unique Responsibilities, December 2021
Within the Ward boundaries is the hamlet of Zama City, the white zone and populated areas of rural High Level, and huge tracks of crown land. Stand Alone governments within the boundaries are the two towns of Rainbow Lake and High Level and the three Dene Tha First Nation Communities.
The people of this area are quiet, hard-working, family orientated, rooted in rural, and want their voice and contributions to the region to mean something. The person on council that represents this area needs to understand that and needs to work twice as hard at Council and beyond to ensure that our priorities, our values and what is important to us!
Click here to see the Order in Council from June 2025 that created the governance ward change.
A New Ward, Same Values
This is a new path for Mackenzie County governance… this requires a seasoned, passionate voice to ensure our concerns are heard!
I am Committed to Transparent Governance for Ward 9/10
Mackenzie County’s governance has faced challenges, marked by a complex history of decisions that haven’t always prioritized the needs of our northern ratepayers and residents. The recent restructuring, which eliminated a Ward north of the Peace River, has reduced representation for Ward 9 and 10 and has been a significant loss for ratepayers and residents. This change risks silencing the voices of our rural communities, particularly in the High Level Rural and Zama City areas, where there’s a proud history of pushing back against municipal decisions that stray from the principles of fair and effective governance.
As your Councilor, I pledge to be a steadfast advocate for Ward 9/10. With 20 years of experience on Mackenzie County Council, I’ve seen firsthand the impact of governance decisions on our region. I am committed to ensuring transparency, accountability, and collaboration in all municipal processes. My focus is to amplify the voices of northerners, protecting the interests of our rural communities and large ratepayers who contribute significantly to the County’s economic vitality.
I will work tirelessly to address the unique needs of Ward 9/10, from supporting critical infrastructure like roads and bridges to fostering economic opportunities that strengthen our communities. By engaging with residents, businesses, and stakeholders, I aim to restore trust in our municipal government and ensure our region thrives. My track record — of being a strong educated and passionate voice from the North of the river —demonstrates my dedication to building a stronger municipality. Together, we can ensure our northern communities are heard and our future is vibrant.
LISA WARDLEY 