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2025 Municipal Election Outcome Announced

The City of St. John’s has rescheduled its municipal election to October 8, 2025. This decision impacts residents who were prepared to vote sooner. Several candidates have emerged for various positions in the city.
2025 Municipal Election Candidates
Voters in St. John’s can expect a competitive ballot this year. The following individuals are contending for key positions:
Mayor
- Ron Ellsworth
- Bianca Lono
- Rigel Penman
Deputy Mayor
- Ron Ellsworth
- Bianca Lono
- Rigel Penman
Ward Candidates
Ward 1
- Jill Bruce (acclaimed)
Ward 2
- Philip Barton
- Greg Dunne
- Brenda Halley
- Todd Perrin
- Greg Smith
- Blair Trainor
Ward 3
- Greg Noseworthy (acclaimed)
Ward 4
- Donnie Earle
Ward 5
- Carl Ridgeley
At-Large Candidates
- John Barbour
- Kate Cadigan
- Paul Combden
- Scott Fitzgerald
- Lynn Hammond
- Walter Harding
- Sandy Hickman
- Thomas Pouliot
- Art Puddister
- Myles Russell
- Nikita Ryall
- Wallace Ryan
As the new election date approaches, the outcome of the 2025 municipal election will shape the future of St. John’s. Voter participation is essential in exercising civic duty and influencing decision-making in the community.