Important Dates

2026 Municipal and School Board Election: Key Dates

Current until August 12, 2026 

Revisions to the Voter Information  

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. s.33(4)(b)  

Third Party Advertiser 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. s.88.6(7) 

Friday, May 1, 2026, to Friday, August 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. 

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. s.88.24(1),(2) 

August 2026  Elections Ontario to deliver the Preliminary List of Electors  
Friday, August 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. 

Nomination Day *Nomination Period Ends  

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. s.33(4)(b) 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. s.36 

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 s.35(1),(2)  By 4:00 p.m., the Clerk shall also declare any candidate(s) elected by acclamation. s.37(1) 

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 

Voters’ List  

The Clerk shall make the voters’ list available to eligible individuals upon written request. S.23(2),(3),(4)  

Revisions to the Voters’ List  

Individuals may apply to the Clerk’s Office until close of voting on October 26, 2026, to have their name added to or removed from the voters’ list, or to update their information. Requests may also be made to remove the name of a deceased person. s.24, 25 

Friday October 16 2026 at 9:00 A.M

Voting Period Begins

Internet Voting Period opens for voting for candidates using Voter Information Letters received by eligible electors. 

Friday, October 23, 2026

Close of Third Party Advertiser Registration Period  

Last day for a third party advertiser to file a notice of registration, or withdraw their registration, during office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) s.88.6(7), s.88.6(15) 

Monday, October 26, 2026 

Voting Day  

Voting opportunities will be available until 8:00 p.m. Voting Help Centres will be published in advance. 

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Declaration of Results  

As soon as possible, the Clerk shall declare the results and advise the public. s.(4),(4.1)

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 26, 2026.

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. s.88.24(2), s.88.28 

Tuesday, March 30, 2027

Filing Date  

By 2:00 p.m., last day for candidates and registered third party advertisers to file initial financial statements and auditors reports. s.88.30(1)