Municipal Elections

The Municipality of Huron Shores is governed by one Mayor and six Councillors representing four electoral wards.

Thinking of Running for Council in 2026?

This page provides information for voters, prospective candidates, and anyone interested in learning more about the election process in Huron Shores. Stay tuned as new details, forms, and workshop links are added leading up to Nomination Day in 2026.

Serving as the Mayor or as a Councillor is both rewarding and demanding. As a member of Council witin Huron Shores you will:

• Attend regular and special Council and Committee meetings;
• Review reports and recommendations from staff and external agencies;
• Make decisions about local services, the municipal budget, policies and by-laws;
• Represent residents, landowners and stakeholders in your ward and across the municipality.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the roles and responsibilities of Council and the time commitment involved.

---

Municipal Elections in Huron Shores

Municipal elections in Ontario are held every four years, on the fourth Monday in October, and are governed by the Municipal Elections Act. Municipal elections are how residents choose the Mayor and Council who make decisions about local roads, recreation, land use planning, waste and recycling, community safety, and other services that affect daily life in Huron Shores. Participating in local elections (whether as a voter or a candidate) helps ensure Council reflects the needs and priorities of the community.

Election Date

• Voting Day: Monday, October 26, 2026

Details about voting methods, voting locations, hours and any special provisions will be published on this page closer to Election Day.

Term of Office

• The term of office for the 2026-2030 Council will begin following the election and end in 2030, at the next regular municipal election.

---

Nomination Process

A person who is qualified to be a voter in the Municipality of Huron Shores for the 2026 Municipal Election is also eligible to be a candidate for office. That means, on the day that you submit your Nomination Form, you must be qualified to hold that office. Candidates for the offices of Mayor or Councillor must meet the same criteria as eligible voters or electors.

You must be:

• A resident of the Municipality of Huron Shores, or an owner or tenant of land in the Municipality of Huron Shores, or the spouse or same sex partner of such an owner or tenant;
• A Canadian citizen;
• At least 18 years old;
• Not prohibited from voting by law In order to be considered for declaration as a legally qualified municipal candidate, you must file a Nomination Form with the Clerk of the Municipality of Huron Shores.

Holding office as an elected official in a municipal government can be rewarding and challenging. It requires a real commitment of time over a period of four (4) years. The Municipal Elections Act sets out, in detail, the requirements to be met by candidates for office. This Nomination Procedures document has been prepared as a summarized version of the nomination requirements for your convenience. It is in no way to be construed as legal advice and/or a replacement for the legislation itself. This document is only a guide to certain portions of the legislation that have general relevance and does not recite all parts of the legislation. Before you file your nomination papers, we strongly urge you to obtain your own updated copy of the Municipal Elections Act.

Once your nomination paper is filed with the Clerk, you will be given a Candidates Package that will provide information and forms that you will need during the Campaign period and thereafter.”

Any questions should be directed to:

Natashia Roberts, CAO/Clerk
Municipality of Huron Shores
7 Bridge Street Iron Bridge, ON P0R 1H)
705-843-2033
natashia@huronshores.ca

---

Election Resources

The following external resources provide further guidance for voters and candidates:

• AMO – Municipal Elections Overview
• Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs – Municipal Elections Rules & Guides
• RegisterToVoteON.ca – Voter Registration for Ontario

---

Free Workshops and Training Sessions

The Municipality strongly encourages anyone considering candidacy to attend free offered by partner agencies. These sessions will help you understand:

• The role of Mayor and Councillor;
• How Council meetings function;
• Campaign finance rules and reporting;
• Running an inclusive and ethical campaign;
• Balancing public service, work and family commitments.

---

---