ONTARIO MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2026

📅 WHEN TO VOTE

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The elections are scheduled for October 26, 2026.

Some municipalities offer early voting as well.

👥 WHO TO VOTE

In municipal elections, you’re voting for:

  • A mayor for your municipality
  • A councillor for your ward
  • A school board trustee for your ward

In some municipalities, you may elect regional councillors as well

📍 WHERE TO VOTE

You vote in the municipality you live in, unless you are a student.

If you are a student who lives away from home, you can vote in both your home municipality and the one you live in to attend school.

If you own a property in a different municipality, you are eligible to vote in that municipality.

You will receive instructions from your municipality closer to election time. In some municipalities, a Voter Information Card (VIC) is mailed to you and includes your location to vote.

❓WHY YOU SHOULD VOTE

Municipal government has a great effect on day-to-day life.

They are responsible for services including:

  • Public transit
  • Water
  • Snow removal

The municipal elections are a chance to engage local politicians, raise concerns, and make sure your voice is heard.

🗳️ HOW TO VOTE

1. Ensure you are eligible to vote. To vote, you must be:

  • At least 18 years old
  • A Canadian citizen
  • Eligible to vote in that municipality. Every municipality has a list of registered voters. To confirm, update, or add your name to the list, visit: https://www.registertovoteon.ca/

After August 12, you must contact your municipality directly to add your name to the voter list

The voting process is different for each municipality. In some municipalities, you can vote by telephone or online.

To find out more, visit your municipality’s website to learn about the different ways you can cast your ballot. You can find your municipality’s website here:
https://www.amo.on.ca/about-us/municipal-101/ontario-municipalities