Some rural Saskatchewan residents will have an easy decision when it comes to voting in the upcoming civic elections. In fact, some won’t have to decide at all.
In smaller to mid-sized communities such as Warman, Rosthern, Osler, Hague and Dalmeny, the incumbent mayors have been acclaimed to lead their municipalities for another four years.
“To have the opportunity to continue to lead during these times is just a real privilege and I appreciate that,” said Warman Mayor Gary Philipchuk. Elected to the position in 2020, Philipchuk says he will use the time typically spent on the campaign trail to instead prepare for initial council meetings and strategic planning.
“Now I can have a bit more input, just even being prepared to start talking about council lead positions and different areas like that.”
Asked if there is cause for concern over the lack of candidates, Philipchuk said social media plays …