Election Information for Candidates

The upcoming Municipal Election to elect a Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Municipal Councillors and School Board Trustees will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026. This Four (4) Year Term of Office starts November 17, 2026 and will end on November 2030.

Why it Matters

Municipal elections are about helping shape the future of your community. The people you vote for work together to make decisions on local issues and share your voice at the Council table.

By voting, you're choosing representatives who will listen to your concerns, set priorities for the Town, and make sure Cobourg continues to be a safe, welcoming, and growing place to live.

Your vote is one of the most direct ways to take part in local democracy and to help build a Cobourg for everyone.

Any individual looking to run for Municipal Office or for a School Board Trustee must be considered an eligible candidate and complete the prescribed nomination procedures.

The 2026 Municipal Election Candidate Packages will be available for pick-up at the time of the Candidate Nomination.

2026 Municipal Election Candidate Information Guide Filing a Nomination Information Click Here

2026 Municipal Election Candidate Information Session

2026 Municipal Election Candidate Information Sessions for Candidates to learn about the process and running in the upcoming Municipal Election. View more on the Municipal Election Events Page.

Candidate Information Night
The second Candidate Information session will take place at the Northumberland County Headquarters and will include a presentation by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with local municipal clerks, including the Town of Cobourg, to ask specific questions. The County Clerk will be available to provide information related to the role of County Councillor.

Date: May 14th, 2026
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Location: Northumberland County Headquarters, 555 Courthouse Road (Map), Cobourg, ON K9A 5J6

Why Attend?

The information sessions are intended to provide prospective candidates with the information they need to understand the process and requirements to run in the 2026 Cobourg Municipal Election. The session is open to anyone interested in running for office or learning more about the upcoming election.

The session will cover:

Key election rules under the Municipal Elections Act
Eligibility requirements and the nomination process
Election technology that will be used in the 2026 Cobourg Municipal Election
and more!

****No registration is required.