Municipal Elections


Municipal Election

The next Municipal Election is on Monday, October 26, 2026.

  • Who Can Vote

    You are eligible to vote in the Township of Armstrong municipal election if you are:

    • A Canadian citizen;

    • At least 18 years old;

    • A resident of Armstrong, or the owner or tenant of land in Armstrong (or the spouse of such person); and

    • Not prohibited from voting under any law

    Voters’ List

    The voters’ list for the 2026 municipal election is based on the Preliminary List of Electors provided by Elections Ontario.

    Electors are encouraged to confirm or update their information using Register to Vote OntarioThis link opens in a new window prior to August 2026.

    Electors can update their school support designation through MPAC by following their guideThis link opens in a new window.

    Beginning August 12, 2026, electors will be directed to the Municipality for assistance with:

    • confirming voter information

    • updating voter information

    • adding their name to the voters’ list

    The voters’ list is finalized by the Clerk and becomes the official Voters’ List on or before September 1, 2026.

    Applications to add, remove, or update information on the Voters’ List may be made from September 1, 2026 up to the close of voting on October 26, 2026.

Key Election Dates

Nomination Period Opens: May 1, 2026

Nomination Deadline: August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

Certification of Candidates: August 24, 2026

Advance Vote: October 14, 2026 from 4:00pm to 8:00 p.m.

Voting Day: October 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Additional dates will be posted as they are confirmed.

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Voting Method

Voting will take place using traditional paper ballots.

Electors must attend the designated voting location and cast their ballot in person.

Advanced and Voting Day Location:
Municipality of Charlton and Dack Office
287237 Sprucegrove Road, Englehart ON P0J 1H0

Voting Hours:

  • Advance Vote: Wednesday October 14, 2026 (4:00pm. – 8:00 p.m.)

  • Voting Day: Monday October 26, 2026 (10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)

Voting by Proxy

If you are unable to vote, you may appoint another eligible elector as your voting proxy.

  • Proxy appointments may begin after nominations are certified

  • Applications are available at the Municipal Office

Identification Requirements

Voters must provide acceptable identification showing their name and qualifying address.

Eligibility

To run for office on Council, you must be:

  • A Canadian citizen

  • At least 18 years old

  • A resident of Armstrong, or the owner or tenant of land in Armstrong (or the spouse of such person)

  • Not legally prohibited from voting

  • Not disqualified by any legislation

Filing a Nomination

Nominations must be filed with the Clerk:

  • In person or by an authorized agent

  • At the Municipal Office during regular office hours

  • Between May 1, 2026 and August 21, 2026 (2:00 p.m. deadline)

Candidates must submit:

  • Nomination Paper (Form 1)

  • Declaration of Qualifications

  • Filing fee:

    • $200 for Mayor

    • $100 for Councillor

  • Proof of identity and qualifying address

Original signatures are required. Electronic or fax submissions are not permitted.

Campaign Rules

Candidates are responsible for complying with:

  • Campaign finance rules

  • Contribution limits

  • Election signage requirements

  • Rules respecting the use of municipal resources

Municipal Election Documents:

School Board Trustee Election Documents:

Links will be added as they become available.

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Candidate List

The official list of certified candidates will be posted after August 24, 2026 and updated as required.

Election Results

Election results will be posted following Voting Day..