The voting period begins on October 16, 2026 at 10 a.m. and concludes at 8 p.m. on Voting Day, October 26, 2026.
As a Canadian citizen, voting is your right and responsibility. Your community is shaped by the outcome of an election. The people who are elected will make many important decisions including how tax dollars are spent in your community.
You will vote the following offices in the upcoming Municipal Election: Mayor, Ward Councillors, as well as School Board trustees.
Learn about who can vote, when to vote and instruction letters.
Make sure you are on the Voters' List and that your information is up to date.
Review the list of candidates who have submitted their nomination for the 2026 Municipal Election
We will be offering two voting methods: internet and telephone. Voter Assistance Centres will also be available. Learn more about how voting works and what to expect.
Before you vote |
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Learn about who can vote, when to vote and how to check if you are on the Voters' List. Who can vote?You can vote in the 2026 Port Hope Municipal Election if you are:
Remember: You can only vote once, regardless of how many properties you own or rent. Who is prohibited from voting?Under the Municipal Elections Act, the following are prohibited from voting:
How do I know if I am on the Voters' list?Elections Ontario is responsible for maintaining the Permanent Register of Electors for Ontario, also known as the Voters' List. The Voters' List is a list of everyone in the municipality of who is eligible to vote in the 2026 election. Your name must be on the Voters' List in order to receive a Voter Instruction Letter, and in order to cast a ballot. Check to see if you are on the Voters' List on Election Ontario's Register to Vote, and learn how to:
See how easy it is to Register to Vote by watching the quick video available here:
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Candidates who have filed Nomination Papers |
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The following individuals have submitted their nomination papers for the 2026 Municipal Election. As required by the Municipal Elections Act, the Clerk will publish the final List of Certified Candidates by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026.
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School Support |
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As of January 1, 2024, the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation ("MPAC") is no longer responsible for collecting voter information for local elections; however, MPAC is legislatively required to collect school support designations. Update your school support through MPAC's Online School Support webpage. |
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| When and How to Vote | ||||||||||||||
When can I vote?Voting opens at 10:00 a.m. on October 16, 2026 and closes at 8:00 p.m. on Voting Day, October 26, 2026. Electors may vote online or by telephone at any time during the voting period. Voters requiring assistance may attend one of the Municipality's Voter Assistance Centres (VACs). The Municipality will operate the following VACs during the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election: Town Hall, 56 Queen Street
Port Hope Community Hub, 5325 County Road 10
Overview of the Voting ProcessIn late September/early October, eligible voters will receive a Voter Instruction Letter by mail through Canada Post. This letter will include:
If a voter receives more than one Voter Instruction Letter, they must return the extra letter(s) to the Office of the Clerk, Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope. When voting, voters will have a chance to review and change their choices before they confirm their vote. The voting system also allows voters to choose not to vote in a race if they wish. The Clerk will share the unofficial results as soon as possible after voting closes on October 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. |