Submit your Candidacy for The Dog Mayor of The C+E
Hey, doggo! Are you pawsitive you’ve got what it takes to be the Dog Mayor of The Culture + Entertainment District? This election is your chance to show off your bark-tastic leadership skills, wagging tail diplomacy, and fur-midable charm. Fill out your campaign application below and let’s see if you’re cut out for the ulti-mutt job!
Submit the nomination form below and make sure to check in with our team to collect your limited edition swag!
Please note: Your dog must live in Calgary to be eligible to win!
See below for prize details and official rules & regulations.
Important Election Dates
September 11 - 27: Nomination period
September 29 - October 11: Voting - Primaries
October 14 - 22: Voting - Top 10
Sunday, October 25: Dog Mayor announced
Rules + Regulations
Eligibility
Open to all dogs! Dogs must enter in person at Pixel Park on weekends from September 11 - 27. Come see our team Friday - Sundays from 12 - 6pm to enter and collect your limited edition swag!
To be eligible as a Top 10 candidate, your dog must have their official dog portrait taken (complimentary!) at one of the following campaign photo-ops at Pixel Park (314 12 Ave SE)
Saturday, September 12 | 3:30 – 6:30pm
Saturday, October 3 | 12:30 - 3:30pm
Friday, October 9 | 3 - 6pm
To win the title of Dog Mayor of The C+E, you must be available to attend the announcement event on Sunday, October 25.
Please note: employees of CMLC are not eligible to enter this contest.
One Entry Per Dog
Each dog can only be entered once. Group entries are not accepted at this time.
Prize Package
Official mayoral portrait displayed at Pixel Park
Recognized as the Official Dog of the Cenovus Energy 2026 Grey Cup Festival happening in The C+E from November 11 - 14.
Custom dog ice cream flavour from Village Ice Cream
Water colour pet portrait by Paws in Colour provided by our friends at Village Ice Cream
Dog Mayor of The C+E certificate and dog tag
Invitation to participate in select media appearances and special events such as the POW! Parade of Wonders*
Bragging rights at the dog park!
*Media and event appearance opportunities are subject to change.
Official Duties
What comes with the title (besides the treats)? The title comes with more than just bragging rights — it comes with responsibility:
By submitting your nomination you agree to the following:
Be a good ambassador for The Culture + Entertainment District.
Be available to attend a few key events throughout the year (like pop-ups, photo ops – or even walking in a parade). An honorarium will be provided for select events.
Be willing to be featured on The C+E’s social media with photos, fun facts, and updates from the "mayoral office" and collaborate on social media posts with The C+E.
In other words: if your pup wins, expect to have a little fun with us! 🐾