Election Information
About the Upcoming Election
Ontario Municipal Elections will be held on October 26, 2026. To learn about the upcoming election, please visit the Municipality of West Perth's 2026 Election page linked below.
Countdown to Election Day
Any important information or updates leading up to the election will be shared on my blog and Facebook page.
Voter Registration
Online voter registration has now closed.
You can still check your voter registration status online by clicking the link below:
If you need to update or add your information to the voters list, you can contact the office directly by visiting during regular business hours or by calling in to the main office line:
How to Vote
Voting for the election is done by telephone or internet voting. Eligible voters who are registered on the voter's list will receive an information card with the details to cast their ballot. These will be mailed in early October.
In the Mitchell Ward council race, you can vote for up to threecandidates on your ballot.
Town Hall will be offering a voter assistance centre with extended hours during the voting period to provide assistance to individuals with voter list registration and voting. You will find it at the West Perth Municipal Office, 160 Wellington Street, Mitchell.
Voting Assistance Schedule
| Monday, October 19, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
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| Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| Friday, October 23, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| Monday, October 26, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
Didn't receive your information card, or lost it? If it hasn't arrived by October 15, contact the Municipal Clerk's office at519-348-8429 ext. 222 orclerk@westperth.com and they can help you get set up to vote.
Election Dates
| Advanced Voting: | Monday, October 19, 2026 to Sunday, October 25, 2026 |
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| Election Day: | Monday, October 26, 2026 (voting closes at 8:00 p.m.) |