Trustee Candidate Information 2026

The Richmond School District held a Trustee Candidate Information Session on August 31, 2026, for individuals interested in running for election as a school trustee.

The session provided an overview of the role and responsibilities of school trustees, the work of the Richmond Board of Education, the district’s governance structure and general information about the 2026 school trustee election.

The presentation from the information session is available below for members of the public who would like to learn more about serving as a school trustee. Also included is the Role of the Board of Education policy, which outlines the board’s governance role and responsibilities.

Candidate Resources

2026 School Trustee Election Candidate Information Session Presentation

Role of the Board of Education

Additional Information

General Local Election Information from the City of Richmond

Resources for Candidates from the British Columbia School Trustees Association

School Trustee Election Procedures in British Columbia