Key dates for candidates and third party advertisers interested in participating in the 2026 municipal election.
Friday May 1
Nomination Period Begins
- First day to file a nomination paper for the offices of Reeve, Councillor and School Board Trustee
- once the nomination paper is filed with the Township, the candidate can start raising and spending money on their campaign
- preliminary spending limit provided to candidates
- preliminary contribution limit provided to candidates running for Reeve and Councillor (does not apply to School Board Trustee candidates)
- First day to file a notice of registration as a third party advertiser
- a third party advertiser cannot raise or spend money on their campaign, nor begin advertising, until their registration is certified by the Township
- preliminary spending limit provided to third party advertiser upon certification
Friday August 21
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Beginning at 9:00 AM Deadline: 2:00 PM
Nomination Day
- Deadline for candidates to:
- file a nomination
- withdraw a nomination
- change office
Monday October 19
8:30 AM - Beginning at 8:30 AM Deadline:
Municipal Election Period Begins
At Home
Voting Period:
A Voter Information Letter will be mailed to you directly, in the month of October, providing you with a Personal Identification Number (PIN) which will allow you to vote 24 hours a day for 7 days starting October 19 at 8:30 am until October 26 at 8:00 pm from any telephone or any device connected to the internet.
For more information, visit "Voting Electronically FAQs"
At Voter Help Center
If access to a telephone or internet connection is unavailable to you, or you require assistance to vote you may vote at the Voter Help Center.
| Date | Municipal Office 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C7 |
|---|---|
| Monday, October 19, 2026 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Friday, October 23, 2026 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 9:00 am - xxxxx |
| Monday, October 26, 2026 | 9:00 am - 8:00 pm |
Monday October 26
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Beginning at 8:00 AM Deadline: 8:00 PM
Municipal Election Period Ends
Voting Period:
The voting period ends on October 26 at 8:00 pm
To learn more about how to vote, visit the Information for Voters page.
All candidates meetings are an opportunity for political candidates and residents to connect before an election. Residents have a chance to evaluate the candidates, political platforms, and ask questions about current issues.
The Municipality does not organize any candidate events, however, various organizations within the community often host all candidate meetings or debates.