Municipal Elections
The next municipal election is Monday, October 26, 2026 (Voting Day). Election planning is currently underway and information will be shared with the public here when it becomes available.
| Event | Timeline |
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Notice of Election |
February 2026 |
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Changes to Voter Information via Elections Ontario |
Until August 12, 2026 |
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Nomination Period |
Friday, May 1 to Friday, August 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm |
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Nomination Day |
Friday, August 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm |
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Nominations Certified - Finalized List of Candidates |
Monday, August 24, 2026 |
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Voter's List Changes, at Town Hall |
Tuesday, September 1, to October 23, 2026 at 4:30 pm |
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Advance Voting Dates and Locations |
Saturday, October 3, 2026 between 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Essex Center Sports Complex, Shaheen Community Room, 60 Fairview Avenue W, Essex
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 between 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the McGregor Community Centre, 9571 Walker Road, McGregor
Saturday, October 10, 2026 between 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre, 243 McAffee Street, Harrow
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 between 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Colchester Marina Community Room, 100 Jackson Street, Colchester |
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Close of Third Party Advertiser Registration Period |
Friday, October 23, 2026 |
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Voting Day |
Monday, October 26, 2026 |
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Declaration of Results |
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 |
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New Term of Office Commences |
Sunday, November 15, 2026 |
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Inaugural Meeting of Council |
Monday, December 14, 2026 |
Questions?
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Town of Essex
33 Talbot Street South
Essex, Ontario,
N8M 1A8
519-776-7336