2026 Election Key Dates
2026 Election Key Dates
Get ready for the 2026 Election! See all the important dates you need to know right here.
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Present until August 12, 2026 |
Voter Registration Individuals may confirm, update, or add their information to the municipal and provincial voters lists online at: https://www.registertovoteon.ca/ |
| Friday May 1, 2026 |
Nomination Period Begins Candidates may begin filing nomination forms starting Friday, May 1, 2026, and may continue to file on any business day thereafter until Nomination Day (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). On Nomination Day, Friday, August 21, 2026, nomination forms may be submitted between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
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| Friday May 1, 2026 |
Third Party Advertisers Registration Period Begins Individuals, corporations, or trade unions may file the prescribed form with the Clerk to become a registered third-party advertiser. Restrictions apply regarding who is eligible to register. |
| Friday May 1, 2026 |
Campaign Period Begins The campaign period begins when a candidate files their nomination form and ends on December 31, 2026. Alternative time periods apply if the candidate withdraws their nomination, the Clerk rejects the nomination, or the candidate extends their campaign to eliminate a deficit. |
| August 2026 |
Elections Ontario to Delivery the Preliminary List of Electors Elections Ontario to Deliver the Preliminary List of Electors |
| Friday August 21, 2026 |
Nomination Day - End of Nomination Period The last day to file a nomination. On this date, nomination forms may only be submitted between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The last day for a candidate to withdraw their nomination is by filing a written notice with the Clerk no later than 2:00 p.m. |
| Monday August 24, 2026 |
Certification Day The Clerk shall examine all filed nomination forms prior to 4:00 p.m. and, if satisfied, certify the nominations. By 4:00 p.m., the Clerk shall also declare any candidate(s) elected by acclamation. |
| Tuesday September 1, 2026 |
Voters' List The Clerk shall make the Voters’ List available to eligible individuals upon written request. |
| Tuesday September 1, 2026 |
Revisions to the Voters' List Individuals may apply to the Clerk’s Office until the close of voting on October 26, 2026, to have their name added to or removed from the voters’ list, or to update their information; amendments can also be made at polling locations. Requests may also be made to remove the name of a deceased person. |
| Tuesday October 13, 2026 |
Internet and Telephone Voting Begins Individuals will have the opportunity to vote via telephone and online from October 13, 2026, until 8:00PM on October 26, 2026. Details will be received via Voter Notification Cards received in the mail. |
| Monday October 26, 2026 |
Voting Day Individuals will have the opportunity to vote via telephone and online until 8:00PM. Details will be received via Voter Notification Cards received in the mail. |
| Tuesday October 27, 2026 |
Declaration of Results As soon as possible, the Clerk shall declare the results and advise the public. |
| Sunday November 15, 2026 |
New Term of Office Commences Elected members must take the oath of office before assuming their seat. The inaugural meeting of Council will be held on November 18, 2026, at Council Chambers. |
| Thursday December 31, 2026 |
Campaign Period Ends Last day for candidates and registered third-party advertisers to provide written notice of a deficit and the continuation of their campaign period. |
| Tuesday March 30, 2027 |
Financial Statement Filing Date By 2:00 p.m., last day for candidates and registered third party advertisers to file initial financial statements and auditor's reports. |