Municipal elections in Ontario are held every four years and are governed by the Municipal Elections Act. The next municipal election will be Monday, October 26, 2026. The nomination period will run from May 1, 2026 to August 21, 2026. The new Term of Office will start November 15, 2026.The Township of Nipigon elects one mayor and four councillors. 

List of Nominations Received

These candidates are official certified candidates for 2026 Municipal Election.

Important Election Dates

Online and telephone voting opens Wednesday, October 21 at 10:00 a.m. and remains open continuously until Monday, October 26 at 8:00 p.m.

Advance Voting Day
Wednesday, October 21
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Voting Day
Monday, October 26
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Paper-ballot voting and electronic voting assistance will be available on both days at:

Nipigon Community Centre
138 Wadsworth Drive

Have your Voter Information Letter, PIN and date of birth ready. If you did not receive a letter, you can still vote in person with valid identification and proof of residence.

Resources

1. Candidate Information Guide.pdf

2. Nomination Paper - Form 1 English.pdf

3. Nomination Paper - Form 1 French.pdf

4. NIP-09a Declaration of Qualifications 2026 Municipal Election.pdf

5. NIP-2026 Freedom of Information Consent for Disclosure.pdf

6. 2026 Financial Statement Auditors Report.pdf

7. 2026 Financial Statement Subsequent Expenses.pdf

8. 2026 Notice of Extention of Campagn Period.pdf

9. By Law 2041 To Regulate Election Signs.pdf

10. 2026 eVote Common Questions.pdf