Edmonton Mayoral Candidates Forum
The Edmonton Public Library, in partnership with Taproot Edmonton, invites you to an engaging and nonpartisan forum featuring candidates in Edmonton’s 2025 mayoral race.
Join us for an engaging panel discussion moderated by award-winning journalist, podcast host and TV personality, Stacey Brotzel.
This is your chance to hear directly from the candidates as they share their visions for Edmonton’s future. Whether you attend in person or online, you’ll be part of a meaningful civic conversation—one that goes beyond debate to focus on the issues that matter most to our community.
Mayoral Candidate Forum Event
Event Details
We are excited to announce that 10 out of the 13 mayoral candidates have confirmed their participation to our Mayoral Candidate Forum on Thursday, Oct. 9:
- Candidate Ronald Stewart Billingsley, Jr
- Candidate Councilor Tim Cartmell
- Candidate Tony Caterina
- Candidate Abdul Malik Chukwudi
- Candidate Vanessa Denman
- Candidate Andy Andrzej Gudanowski
- Candidate Rahim Jaffer
- Candidate Councilor Andrew Knack
- Candidate Michael Walters
- Candidate Olney Tugwell
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Stanley A. Milner Library (Muttart Theatre) and online
Admission: Free
What to Expect
- Community-driven questions reflecting Edmonton’s top priorities
- Balanced, respectful dialogue focused on real issues
- Insights to help you make an informed vote
How to Participate
Join online. Watch the livestream of the event.
We will send you the livestream link 48 hours before the event.
In-person tickets are now sold out.
Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and participate in shaping Edmonton’s future!
Opening Statement Video
To allow for more focused discussion during the event, opening statements will not be included. Instead, each candidate has been invited to submit a short, pre-recorded video introducing themselves and explaining why they’re running for mayor.
Please watch the following videos to get to know the candidates.
Tim Cartmell
Tony Caterina
Vanessa Denman
Andrew Knack
Olney Tugwell
Michael Walters
Be Ready to Vote
Get ready for Edmonton’s 2025 Municipal Election happening on Oct. 20, 2025. Visit epl.ca/yeg-election to
- Learn who’s running, stay informed, and make sure you're ready to vote.
- Discover how you can speak up for EPL and its vital role in supporting education, connectivity, and community in Edmonton.