2026 Municipal and School Board Elections

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The next Municipal and School Board Election is scheduled for October 26, 2026. This page will provide all the information you need to be able to vote in the upcoming election, as well as information about running for Council.

This page will focus on the ins and outs of the election and is not meant for the public to submit questions for candidates or discuss candidate platforms or campaigns.

In South Stormont, the 2026 Municipal Elections will include races for the offices of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, 3 members of Council and local school board trustees. The election will be conducted for a term of office commencing November 15, 2026 and ending November 14, 2030.

Members of South Stormont Council are elected through an at-large election process, meaning each council member represents all tax payers and residents of South Stormont and not a specific ward or area within the Township.

Follow the links in the menu on the right hand side of this page for Frequently Asked Questions, key dates, important links, and more.

Confirming Your Information on the Voters List

We encourage you to confirm that you are on the Voters List as soon as possible. Being on the list will make your voting experience easier, and help you avoid a trip to the municipal office to be added closer to the election.

If you are a resident, owner or tenant of property in Ontario, a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old and not legally prohibited from voting, you can vote in Ontario’s municipal and school board elections.  

By visiting Register to Vote, eligible voters can:

  • confirm their information on the voters list

  • update, add or remove information on the voters list

Register to Vote is easy to use. 

  • To confirm your information, you'll need your name, date of birth, and property address.

  • Additional ID is required to update, add or remove voter information.

  • You can also register as an absentee voter or if you are 16 or 17, add your name to the list of future voters.  

Contact Register to Vote:

  • Tel: 1-866-242-3025

School Board Support

As a property owner, you are required to support a school system even if you do not have children or your children are not currently attending school. The school board you support dictates for which school board trustees you are eligible to vote.  

The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is responsible for maintaining information on the school support associated with your property.

  • You can find which school system you are supporting on your Property Assessment Notice or through AboutMyProperty, a free, self-service application provided by MPAC.

  • You can also contact MPAC at 1-866-296-6722.

Voting Methods for 2026

The Township of South Stormont Council approved the use of internet and in-person composite paper ballots with tabulators for voting for 2026.

More information on how to vote will be provided closer to the election, as well as the locations for in-person voting.

Interested in Running for Council?

The Nomination Period begins May 1, 2026. Additional information and forms will be available prior to that date.

Save the Date! The Township of South Stormont will be hosting a Candidate Information Session for individuals interested in running for Council. This session is an opportunity to learn more about the municipal election process and ask questions.

The session will take place on April 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 2 Mille Roches Rd., Long Sault. Presentations will be offered at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

If you are interested running for Council and would like to be added to the list to receive election information updates, please contact the Director of Legislative Services/Clerk and Manager of Information and Customer Services/Deputy Clerk at vote@southstomont.ca(External link).

If you are interested running for Council and would like to be added to the list to receive election information updates, please contact the Director of Legislative Services/Clerk and Manager of Information and Customer Services/Deputy Clerk at vote@southstomont.ca.

The Association of Ontario Municipalities (AMO) is a great resource for prospective candidates. AMO has a number of resources on how local government works and what it is like to serve on a municipal council. They offer a number of training courses for those interested in running for election, including courses focused on new and returning candidates. You can find the list of webinars on AMO's Events Calendar.

AMO is offering a free online workshop, Heathy Democracy Leadership Series, designed for leaders seeking re-election or first-time aspiring candidates.

Resources


The next Municipal and School Board Election is scheduled for October 26, 2026. This page will provide all the information you need to be able to vote in the upcoming election, as well as information about running for Council.

This page will focus on the ins and outs of the election and is not meant for the public to submit questions for candidates or discuss candidate platforms or campaigns.

In South Stormont, the 2026 Municipal Elections will include races for the offices of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, 3 members of Council and local school board trustees. The election will be conducted for a term of office commencing November 15, 2026 and ending November 14, 2030.

Members of South Stormont Council are elected through an at-large election process, meaning each council member represents all tax payers and residents of South Stormont and not a specific ward or area within the Township.

Follow the links in the menu on the right hand side of this page for Frequently Asked Questions, key dates, important links, and more.

Confirming Your Information on the Voters List

We encourage you to confirm that you are on the Voters List as soon as possible. Being on the list will make your voting experience easier, and help you avoid a trip to the municipal office to be added closer to the election.

If you are a resident, owner or tenant of property in Ontario, a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old and not legally prohibited from voting, you can vote in Ontario’s municipal and school board elections.  

By visiting Register to Vote, eligible voters can:

  • confirm their information on the voters list

  • update, add or remove information on the voters list

Register to Vote is easy to use. 

  • To confirm your information, you'll need your name, date of birth, and property address.

  • Additional ID is required to update, add or remove voter information.

  • You can also register as an absentee voter or if you are 16 or 17, add your name to the list of future voters.  

Contact Register to Vote:

  • Tel: 1-866-242-3025

School Board Support

As a property owner, you are required to support a school system even if you do not have children or your children are not currently attending school. The school board you support dictates for which school board trustees you are eligible to vote.  

The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is responsible for maintaining information on the school support associated with your property.

  • You can find which school system you are supporting on your Property Assessment Notice or through AboutMyProperty, a free, self-service application provided by MPAC.

  • You can also contact MPAC at 1-866-296-6722.

Voting Methods for 2026

The Township of South Stormont Council approved the use of internet and in-person composite paper ballots with tabulators for voting for 2026.

More information on how to vote will be provided closer to the election, as well as the locations for in-person voting.

Interested in Running for Council?

The Nomination Period begins May 1, 2026. Additional information and forms will be available prior to that date.

Save the Date! The Township of South Stormont will be hosting a Candidate Information Session for individuals interested in running for Council. This session is an opportunity to learn more about the municipal election process and ask questions.

The session will take place on April 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 2 Mille Roches Rd., Long Sault. Presentations will be offered at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

If you are interested running for Council and would like to be added to the list to receive election information updates, please contact the Director of Legislative Services/Clerk and Manager of Information and Customer Services/Deputy Clerk at vote@southstomont.ca(External link).

If you are interested running for Council and would like to be added to the list to receive election information updates, please contact the Director of Legislative Services/Clerk and Manager of Information and Customer Services/Deputy Clerk at vote@southstomont.ca.

The Association of Ontario Municipalities (AMO) is a great resource for prospective candidates. AMO has a number of resources on how local government works and what it is like to serve on a municipal council. They offer a number of training courses for those interested in running for election, including courses focused on new and returning candidates. You can find the list of webinars on AMO's Events Calendar.

AMO is offering a free online workshop, Heathy Democracy Leadership Series, designed for leaders seeking re-election or first-time aspiring candidates.

Resources


Page published: 16 Mar 2026, 07:12 AM