Election

Elections for municipal government are held every four years on the fourth Monday of October. The length of term for municipal elected officials is four years. The current term started in 2022 and ends in 2026. The next municipal election will be held Monday, October 26, 2026. 

In municipal elections in Ontario, unlike other levels of government, candidates are not elected to represent a political party. 

Eligible voters for municipal elections must be: 

• A Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old

• A resident OR a property owner or tenant OR the spouse of an owner or tenant in the municipality

Eligible candidates for municipal elections must be:

• A Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old 

• A resident of the municipality, a non-resident owner or tenant of land in the municipality or the spouse of such non-resident owner or tenant

• Not legally prohibited from voting; and not disqualified by any legislation from holding municipal office.

Check to insure you are on the Voters' List, or correct your information by visiting https://www.registertovoteon.ca/