Thinking of Running for Office? Important Dates

These are just of a few of the important dates for 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections candidates. We strongly advise all candidates consult the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 for further information.

Friday, May 1, 2026

  • Nominations Open for Mayor, Council and School Board Trustee Candidates

Friday, August 21, 2026

  • Nomination Day, this is the last day for submitting nomination papers, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
  • A candidate who wishes to withdraw their nomination must notify the clerk in writing before 2 p.m.

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

  • Voters’ list available to candidates

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 to Monday, October 26, 2026 (Election Day)

Friday, October 16, 2026 to Monday, October 26, 2026

  • Electronic Voting Period (24/7)
  • Voting opens at 10 a.m.

Saturday, October 17, 2026 and Saturday, October 24, 2026

  • Advance Paper Ballot Voting
  • Voting open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at four “vote anywhere” in-person paper ballot advance voting locations

Monday, October 26, 2026 - Election Day

  • Electronic voting open until 8 p.m.
  • Voting open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at “vote anywhere” in-person paper ballot voting locations

As soon as possible after Election Day

  • Official Declaration of 2026 Election Results by City Clerk

Sunday, November 24, 2026

  • Inauguration of new council

Thursday, December 31, 2026

  • End of campaign period
  • Deadline to file for extension of campaign period

Tuesday, March 30, 2027

  • Deadline to file financial statement for period ending Thursday, December 31, 2026 (until 2 p.m.)