You may vote in the election if:
- You are a Canadian citizen; and
- 18 years old or older on election day.
- You live in the municipality; or You are the owner or tenant of land; or Your spouse is a property owner or tenant here.
Water Ban - Effective August 13, 2025
Due to ongoing dry conditions, a Water Ban on all outdoor use is being implemented for all Municipal water supply users, effective immediately.
Open Air Burn Ban in Effect
Due to extremely dry conditions and deteriorating air quality caused by ongoing wildland fires across Ontario and Manitoba, a County-wide Open Air Burn Ban is being implemented in Northumberland County, including the Township of Hamilton, effective immediately.
Beginning August 6 and until further notice, all forms of open-air burning are strictly prohibited within the Township of Hamilton, including but not limited to:
Enter your favourite scenic snapshots of the Township of Hamilton to our 2025 Photo Contest for a chance to win a 50$ gift card to a local business. Share the beauty of the Township from your perspective! Submissions due August 30, 2025, enter today!
Township of Hamilton
The term of the current elected officials in the Township of Hamilton is from 2022-2026.
The next municipal election will be held Monday, October 26, 2026.
Currently, the registration process for candidates to run in a municipal election is closed. Relevant information regarding candidate registration will be provided and updated before the start of the nomination period for upcoming elections.
Have a question? Please let us know. Explore our Frequently Asked Questions or contact us for more information.
You may vote in the election if:
You must provide proof of your identity and where you live. Even if you have your Voter Notification Card, you must still provide identification if it is requested.
Please bring either:
What forms of identifcation are acceptable?
Voter Identification
If a person has no permanent residence or lodging place, the following rules apply in determining their residence:
A person's affidavit regarding the places to which they returned to eat or sleep during a given time period is conclusive in the absence of evidence to the contrary.
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P.O. Box 1060 Cobourg, On K9A 4W5
Phone: 905-342-2810
Fax: 905-342-2818
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