Nomination period opens on May 1st for 2026 municipal election

Nomination period for the 2026 municipal election in Tillsonburg runs from May 1st to August 21st, 2026, with filings submitted to the Clerk’s Office at 10 Lisgar Avenue. Advance voting takes place October 13th–25th, 2026, and Election Day is October 26th, 2026.

Residents of Tillsonburg can begin filing nomination papers for the 2026 Municipal Election starting May 1st, with the deadline set for August 21st, 2026. Nomination Day will run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Candidates must file in person at the Clerk’s Office on 10 Lisgar Avenue, with Town Council applicants required to book appointments in advance. Available positions include Mayor, Councillor, and several school board trustee roles.

Applicants must submit required forms, valid ID, and a filing fee of $100 (or $200 for Mayor), along with endorsement signatures for council candidates. Campaign activity cannot begin until nominations are certified.

Advance voting runs October 13th–25th, 2026, with Election Day on October 26th, when polls are open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

For further information, including detailed information regarding the nomination process, please visit this page.

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