Outcome of the Board of Trustees Electoral Ward Boundary Review
The Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools' Board of Trustees has finalized its Electoral Ward Boundary Review following a thoughtful process that included community engagement.
Final Decision:
At a special public board meeting on November 7, 2024, the Board approved Option A as the new electoral ward structure. This decision maintains a seven-trustee structure with:
- 5 Trustees representing Ward 1 (St. Albert)
- 2 Trustees representing Ward 2 (combined Morinville and Legal)
Other Options Considered:
The Board reviewed other options but did not select them:
- Option B: Reduce to 6 trustees (4 in St. Albert, 2 in Morinville/Legal).
- Option C: Reduce to 6 trustees (5 in St. Albert, 1 in Morinville/Legal).
- Maintain Status Quo: Retain the current 7-trustee structure and boundaries.
Reason for the Review:
This review, mandated by the Government of Alberta every four years, ensures electoral boundaries reflect demographic and geographic changes, supporting equitable representation across the Division.
Thank you to all who participated and shared their input during this process.
Electoral Ward Boundary Review Report
The following Electoral Ward Boundary Review Report was completed by an external consultant. Click here to review the report.
Background Information
Welcome to the Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools' Ward Boundary Review page.
The Board of Trustees is reviewing its ward boundaries to ensure fair and effective representation for all communities in our Division. This review helps maintain equitable representation for over 90,000 residents in the three wards of St. Albert, Morinville, and Legal.
We invite you to participate by attending a public meeting or completing the survey below in the section "Ways to get involved." Your feedback will help the Board decide whether to keep or change the current boundaries.
This review focuses on trustee electoral boundaries, not school attendance zones. It considers population balance, equitable representation, community identity, and compliance with the Education Act. If passed by December 31 of the year before the election, any changes will occur in the next general election.
For more information about the Ward Boundary Review, please visit our FAQ section below or contact us directly at scunningham@gsacrd.ab.ca. We encourage you to stay engaged in this important process as we work to ensure that our Trustee representation meets the needs of our growing and changing communities.
Your voice is a vital part of this conversation, and we thank you for your continued support in shaping the future of Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools.