Quinte West Votes: Candidate nomination period opens for 2026 municipal election
May 1, 2026
The nomination period for the 2026 municipal election opens at 8:30 a.m. today, May 1, 2026.
Local decisions need local leaders.
The next Quinte West municipal election is on Oct. 26, 2026.
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Candidate information packages now available
Visit Quinte West City Hall during business hours to pick up a candidate information package.
Interested in working the 2026 municipal election?
Check back in July for more information.
Key dates to remember
The candidate nomination period begins May 1, 2026. Find information about who can run, the nomination and campaign process, and more.
List of registered candidates
Find the list of registered candidates, including contact information, for the 2026 municipal election.
Voter information
Find information about voter eligibility, how to register to vote and how you can vote this October.
Check, update or add your information to the voters’ list for municipal, provincial and school board elections.
Candidate information video
Watch our video by the City Clerk with important information for potential candidates.
2018 Election results
To view the results of the 2018 Municipal Election, click here.
Please note that the City does not facilitate candidate campaigns, meetings or debates. It is our responsibility to work to ensure the integrity of the voting process including remaining impartial as to the slate of candidates.
Traditionally, business organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce or DBIA and other community groups coordinate and facilitate debate evenings or town-hall style meetings for nominees to participate in. These events are usually advertised in local media and residents are encouraged to visit their websites for further information.
You are always welcome to reach out to each of the candidates using the contact information provided on the list of certified candidates page.
Municipal elections are held every four years in October. The next municipal election will be held Monday, Oct. 26, 2026.
Eligible voters for municipal elections must be:
- A Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old
- A resident OR a property owner or tenant OR the spouse of an owner or tenant in the municipality
Eligible candidates for municipal elections must be:
- A Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old
- A resident of the municipality, a non-resident owner or tenant of land in the municipality or the spouse of such non-resident owner or tenant
- Not legally prohibited from voting; and not disqualified by any legislation from holding municipal office
Nominations for the the next municipal election open on Friday, May 1, 2026.
News + updates
City of Quinte West 2026 Election Notice of Nomination for Office
April 15, 2026
Every person who proposes to be a candidate in the 2026 Municipal Election must file a Nomination Form. Municipal Council
Quinte West Votes: What you need to know ahead of the 2026 municipal election
March 26, 2026
Quinte West is preparing for the next municipal election, scheduled for Oct. 26, 2026. This October, voters will choose Quinte
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