Important Dates
2026 Election Key Dates
| Date | Event |
| May 1, 2026 |
Nomination Period Opens First day that candidates and third-party advertisers can file their nomination papers with the Clerk |
| June 1, 2026 |
Final Day to Update School Support with MPAC |
| August 12, 2026 | Last day to update voter information with Elections Ontario |
| August 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. |
Nomination Period Closes (Nomination Day) 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. 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. |
| 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. By 4:00 p.m., the Clerk shall also declare any candidate(s) elected by acclamation. |
| September 1, 2026 |
Voters' List The Clerk shall make the Voters’ List available to eligible individuals upon written request. Individuals may apply to the Clerk’s Office until the close of voting on October 26, 2026, to have their name added to or removed from the voters’ list, or to update their information; amendments can also be made at polling locations. Requests may also be made to remove the name of a deceased person. |
| October 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. |
Advanced Voting Day Norwich Community Centre, 53 Stover St. S., Norwich |
| October 26, 2026 |
Voting Day Voting locations will be published in advance, and Voter Notification Cards will be provided. |
| October 27, 2026 |
Declaration of Results As soon as possible, the Clerk shall declare the results and advise the public. |
| November 17, 2026 |
New Term of Office Began Elected members must take the oath of office before assuming their seat. The inaugural meeting of Council will be held on November 17, 2026, at Council Chambers. |