Register to vote in the 2026 municipal election
September 9, 2026
Ahead of the 2026 municipal election, the City of Quinte West is encouraging residents to confirm they are on the
The next Quinte West municipal election is on Oct. 26, 2026.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact us for more information
Candidate nomination period now open
Register as a candidate by Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, at 2 p.m.
Interested in working the 2026 municipal election?
Visit quintewestvotes.ca/ElectionWorkers to submit an online application by Sept. 4, 2026.
Key dates to remember
Check, update or add your information to the voters’ list for the municipal election.
List of certified candidates
Find the list of certified 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.
The candidate nomination period began May 1, 2026 and closed on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 at 2 p.m. Find information on candidate eligiblity and campaigns.
Apply to be a paid election worker for the 2026 Quinte West municipal election.
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
Candidates confirmed for 2026 Quinte West municipal election
August 24, 2026
The list of certified candidates for the 2026 municipal election is now available following the close of nominations on Friday,
Apply to be an election worker for the 2026 Quinte West municipal election
August 10, 2026
The City of Quinte West is hiring paid election workers for the 2026 municipal election, happening Oct. 26, 2026. Election
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