Candidate Information

• Who can be a candidate for Mayor or Councillor?
• Who cannot be a candidate for Mayor or Councillor?

• Who can be a candidate for School Board Trustee?
• Who cannot be a candidate for School Board Trustee?

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Municipal Elections 2026 - Upper Canada District School Board

• Campaign period
• Spending limits
• Contributions and to candidates' campaign
• Financial Statements

For general information about the rules contained in the Municpal Elections Act, 1996 and other legislation on how to run as candidate in Ontario municipal council and school board elections. 

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

2022 Candidates' Guide - Ontario municipal council and school board elections 

• MMAH Candidate Training Session (Hybrid)
  • July 9th 6:00pm - 9:00pm 
  • Lanark County Municipal Office
  • 99 Christie Lake Rd, Perth ON

• MMAH Candidate Training Session (In Person)
  • July 16th 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Carleton Place Arena - Multi Purpose Room
  • 75 Neelin St., Carleton Place ON

Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)

• Election Resources: Supporting your Run for Municipal Office in 2026
• Lead Where You Live
• Candidate Resource Catalogue