Elections

2026 Election

The Municipality of South Bruce is conducting Municipal and School Board Elections on October 26, 2026. Voting for the 2026 Election will be by internet or telephone vote. The voting period will be open from Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. until Monday, October 26, 2026 (Election Day) at 8:00 p.m.

O. Reg. 304/13: Voter Identification lists the acceptable forms of voter identification under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.

O. Reg. 304/13: Voter IdentificationMunicipal Elections Act, 1996.

You must present one of the following documents showing your name and address:

  • An Ontario driver’s licence.
  • An Ontario Health Card (photo card).
  • An Ontario Photo Card.
  • An Ontario motor vehicle permit (vehicle portion).
  • A cancelled personalized cheque.
  • A mortgage statement, lease or rental agreement relating to property in Ontario.
  • An insurance policy or insurance statement.
  • A loan agreement or other financial agreement with a financial institution.
  • A document issued or certified by a court in Ontario.
  • Any other document from the government of Canada, Ontario or a municipality in Ontario or from an agency of such a government.
  • Any document from a Band Council in Ontario established under the Indian Act (Canada).
  • An income tax assessment notice.
  • A Child Tax Benefit Statement.
  • A Statement of Employment Insurance Benefits Paid T4E.
  • A Statement of Old Age Security T4A (OAS).
  • A Statement of Canada Pension Plan Benefits T4A (P).
  • A Canada Pension Plan Statement of Contributions.
  • A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Works.
  • A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Disability Support Program.
  • A Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Statement of Benefits T5007.
  • A property tax assessment.
  • A credit card statement, bank account statement, or RRSP, RRIF, RHOSP or T5 statement.
  • A CNIB Card or a card from another registered charitable organization that provides services to persons with disabilities.
  • A hospital card or record.
  • A document showing campus residence, issued by the office or officials responsible for student residence at a post-secondary institution.
  • A document showing residence at a long-term care home under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007, issued by the Administrator for the home.
  • A utility bill for hydro, water, gas, telephone or cable TV or a bill from a public utilities commission.
  • A cheque stub, T4 statement or pay receipt issued by an employer.
  • A transcript or report card from a post-secondary school.

Procedures

The 2026 Municipal and School Board Election Procedure Manual has been prepared in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, and may be amended from time to time.

2026 Municipal and School Board Election Procedure Manual

Accessibility Plan

The Election Accessibility Plan for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections has been prepared in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, and may be amended from time to time. The Plan is created regarding the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that affect electors and candidates with disabilities.

Election Accessibility Plan

Important Dates

Nomination and Registration Periods Begin May 1, 2026

This is the first day a Candidate may file their nomination with the Clerk. Interested individuals are encouraged to visit the "Candidate Information - Who can be a candidate?" section for more information.

This is also the first day an individual or entity may register as a Third Party Advertiser. Interested individuals and entities are encouraged to visit the "Third Party Advertising Information" section for more information.

Candidate Information Session May 14, 2026

Thinking about running for office? Join the Bruce County Municipalities for a free candidate information session on May 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Bruce County Administration Building (30 Park Street, Walkerton). Find out everything you need to know about running for municipal office.

Nomination Day (last day to file your Nomination Papers) August 21, 2026

This is the last day to file your nomination papers!

On Nomination Day, nominations may only be filed between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

This is also the last day to withdraw a Nomination. A candidate that wishes to withdraw their nomination must notify the Clerk in writing before 2:00 p.m.

Voting Period opens October 19, 2026

Advanced Voting will open Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Voting will remain open until Election Day, October 26, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.

Electors can vote using internet or telephone voting.

If you require assistance, you can contact our Voter Help Desk during regular business hours by telephone at 519-392-6623 or by email to election@southbruce.ca

Voter Assistance Centres will also be set up at the Municipal Office in Teeswater and the Fire Station in Mildmay.

Last day to register as a Third Party Advertiser October 23, 2026

This is the last day to register as a third party advertiser!

All registrations must be completed by the close of business (4:30 p.m.) on October 23, 2026.

This is also the last day to withdraw a registration. A registered third party advertiser that wishes to withdraw their registration must notify the Clerk in writing during the clerk's office hours.

Election Day (Last day to vote!) October 26, 2026

Electors are encouraged to vote anytime during the voting period (October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. to October 26, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.)

Voting closes at 8:00 p.m. on Election day.

Inaugural Council Meeting November 16, 2026

The new Council will be sworn in at an Inaugural Council Meeting to begin their four-year term.