Click HERE for 2022 election information.
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.
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.
Potential Candidates
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.