Municipal Elections in Ontario are held every four years and are governed by the Municipal Elections Act. The next municipal election will be held on Monday October 26, 2026. The new term of Council begins November 17, 2026.

General Election Information 

The Township of Norwich elects candidates to the positions of:

• Mayor – to be elected at large

• Councillor (4) – one to be elected per ward

• School Board Trustees

Voter's List

Elections Ontario now provides the Voters List for both municipal and provincial elections

To make sure you are on the List or to make changes, please go to:
https://www.registertovoteon.ca/ 

Interested in Running for Council? 

Join us on Thursday, March 26, at the County Administration Building located at 21 Reeve St., Woodstock, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for an information session on running for municipal council. 

Information Session for Youth Considering Running for Municipal Office

If you are a youth interested in running for municipal council in October 2026, we have a workshop for you! The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is offering a series of workshops for young people thinking about running for municipal office in the October 2026 elections.

Dates:

• Wednesday, February 18, 6:30-8:00PM
• Wednesday, March 11, 6:30-8:00PM 
• Wednesday, April 15, 6:30-8:00PM

Registration: FREE

Register Here