Voter Information
Municipal elections in Ontario are held every four years, on the fourth Monday in October, and are governed by the Municipal Elections Act. Municipal elections are how residents choose the Mayor and Council who make decisions about local roads, recreation, land use planning, waste and recycling, community safety, and other services that affect daily life in the Township of Hamilton. Participating in local elections helps ensure Council reflects the needs and priorities of the community.
Important Dates for Electors
Campaign period Friday, May 1, 2026
*Begins when a candidate files their nomination papers.
Voter's list revisions September 1 to October 26, 2026
*Individuals may file an application, including acceptable identification as in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, to make additions, corrections or deletions of own information to the Voters’ List. A person may submit an application requesting that a deceased person’s name be removed from the voters’ list.
Voter Identification Letters mailed To be announced
*Voter Identification Letters are printed and mailed to electors for the purposes of casting votes by internet or telephone. An exact date for mailout is to be determined, but voters should expect letter in early October. Notice will be given when letters are mailed out. Please check back for further details.
Advanced voting days To be announced
Election day Monday, October 26, 2026
Term of office commences Sunday, November 15, 2026
*The inaugural meeting of Council is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
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