Nomination Day for municipal elections Halifax, NS, Canada / Country 103.5 Kevin Northup Sep 10, 2024 | 10:48 AM roibu / Depositphotos.com Thinking about running for mayor or council? Today is the deadline to file your papers with the returning office. Municipal elections take place on October 19 for Nova Scotia’s 49 municipalities. Members of the CSAP school board will also be decided in the election, which is held every four years.