The next Municipal Election will be held on Monday October 26, 2026. 

Voter Registration - Check, Update, Add or Remove yourself from the list. 

Update your school support designation by June 1, 2026, through the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) for the October 2026 municipal and school board elections. MPAC is legislatively required to collect school support information.

 AMO's 'Lead Where you Live 2026' a Guide to Running for Municipal Council

Election Candidate Training 

The Association for Ontario Municipalities (AMO) is hosting free training to individuals who may want to run for Council. To register for this training please visit: 

Supporting Local Leadership in the 2026 Municipal Election 

Join AMO’s new online workshop series for leaders seeking re-election or first-time aspiring candidates— offered at no charge for participants.

As Ontario heads toward the 2026 municipal elections, elected officials and aspiring candidates are being tested like never before. From navigating divisive politics and social media toxicity to maintaining personal wellbeing under constant public scrutiny, the demands of leadership can feel overwhelming.

Developed in partnership with Nominee, Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities is designed to equip you with the tools, resilience, and confidence to meet these challenges head-on — and to rediscover the purpose that brought you to public service in the first place.

This workshop series is being offered for no charge in two streams:

  • Stream 1: For elected officials at the municipal level across Ontario who are considering re-election in 2026 and preparing their path forward.
    • February 19, 2026
    • March 26, 2026
    • April 23, 2026
    • May 7, 2026
  • Stream 2: For community members considering a run for municipal office in 2026—first-time candidates who want to build confidence before launching a campaign. Civic-minded leaders who want to explore whether elected office is right for them.
    • March 10, 2026
    • April 7, 2026
    • April 28, 2026
    • May 19, 2026

All workshops run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

Running for Municipal Office - Everything You Need to Know as a Diverse Candidate | AMO

Training Dates:

  • February 4, 2026 - 10:30am - 12:00pm
  • April 8, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:30am

An Information Session for Youth Considering Running for Council

Training Dates 

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

 

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing will also be hosting a virtual candidate training session for the West Parry Sound Municipalities on Thursday, April 9, 2026, click here to register. 

 

For more information on registering to vote, candidate nominations or any other voter or election items, please contact Karlee Britton, Clerk/Administrator at clerk@mckellar.ca or (705) 389-2842 x4.