2026 Municipal Election

Municipal elections in Ontario take place every four years, on the fourth Monday of October. Elected municipal officials serve a four-year term. The current term runs from 2022 to 2026.

Unlike provincial or federal elections, candidates in municipal elections do not represent political parties.

Who Can Vote:
To vote in a municipal election, you must:

• Be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old; and
• Be a resident of the municipality, or a property owner or tenant, or the spouse of an owner or tenant in the municipality.

Who Can Run:
To run as a candidate in a municipal election, you must:

• Be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old;
• Be a resident of the municipality, a non-resident property owner or tenant, or the spouse of a non-resident owner or tenant; and
• Not be legally prohibited from voting or holding municipal office.

Nominations for the 2026 Election:

• Open on Friday, May 1, 2026.
• Candidates must book an appointment to submit their nomination and pay a fee of $100 ($200 for head of council positions).

The next municipal election will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026.

Check if you are on the Voters List:
Visit Elections Ontario to confirm your voter registration.