Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy
Front of Yonge By-law 21-20: A By-law to Prohibit or Regulate the Erection of Signs, Billboards, Posters and Other Advertising Devices in the Township of Front of Yonge
United Counties of Leeds & Grenville By-law 09-35: Policy to Regulate Private Signs on County Road Rights of Way
Ministry of Transportation Sign Policy
Municipal Election Accessibility Plan
2026 Candidates Guide
United Counties of Leeds and Grenville Candidates’ Guide
Association of Municipalities of Ontario – Lead Where You Live: A Guide to Running for Council
Municipal Conflict of Interest Act
eVoting Policies and Procedures
Individuals may consider running for one of the following offices:
- Mayor – one (1) elected at large
- Councillors – four (4) elected at large
- School Board Trustee – one (1) elected per board
Returning Officer:
Jennifer Ault
Township of Front of Yonge
1514 County Road 2
Mallorytown, Ontario
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 613-923-2251 ext.103
Email: jault@frontofyonge.com
Are you interested in running for Council? Get election-ready with with free training sessions from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO).
Running for Municipal Office – Everything You Need to Know as an Underrepresented Candidate
Focused specifically on underrepresented candidates, this 90-minute workshop provides valuable insights and strategies to support you in getting your name on the ballot. To learn more or register, visit the AMO website.
Healthy Democracy Leadership Series – Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities
This program is designed to equip candidates with the tools, resilience, and confidence to meet today’s political challenges head-on.
The series is offered in two streams: one for first-time candidates and one for candidates considering re-election. The courses provide a supportive, skills-focused environment to strengthen your leadership foundation and reconnect with the values that guide public service. Each stream includes four sessions. For more information or to register, visit AMO’s Healthy Democracy Project.
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:
- Nominations open on Friday, May 1, 2026.
- Nominations close on Friday, August 21, 2026.
- Candidates must book an appointment to submit their nomination and pay a fee of $100 ($200 for head of council positions).
