Despite two federal party leaders visiting the Capital Region in the first few days of their campaign trails, many locals say they're not inspired to head to the ballot box. And the reason, according to one local expert, is the upcoming election is a show about nothing.

"I think the citizens have picked up on what's really going on here - there is no real issue for this campaign," argued Jim Lightbody, a political scientist at the University of Alberta.

"They really have no idea what the election is about because it's really not about anything… They're going to be throwing stuff at the wall to see what sticks."

Edmontonian Jason Gardner admits he's wrestling with apathy.

"Seinfeld election - that is a good way to put it," he said on Sunday. "I wish I was able to get more engaged into it, that's for sure, but nothing really has piqued my interest."

"I feel that way too," said Nancy Hoollingshead. "It bothers me that the money is being spent on something that isn't going to make much of a difference."

While the Opposition pushed for the election, some polls show this time around the Conservatives could form a majority government.

For that reason, party leader Stephen Harper argues every vote counts.

"I think probably what is fundamentally driving the Opposition parties is that they're out of power and they've been out of power a long time and they're frustrated," he said.

"I think a lot is at stake, I don't think it's about nothing, I think either Canada stays on track or Canada goes off on a very dangerous track."

Lightbody suggests in the end, the Conservatives could be the ones who profit.

"Mr. Harper could've prevented this election with a few gentle nudges to the NDP," he said. "The offer was on the table, the plates were spread, but you know he is at 40 per cent. He wants a majority."

On Monday, Stephen Harper is set to appear at Beaumont's Ecole Bellevue School at 4:30 p.m.

Those who wish to attend must pre-register by 5 p.m. Sunday. They can do so by calling 780-934-3630 and leaving a message with their name, civic address and telephone number.

Registration can also be done by writing to conservativeevent@gmail.com, or by clicking here.

To date there is no word when Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff or Green Leader Elizabeth May plan to make their stops in Edmonton.

With Files from Kevin Armstrong