Municipal nomination deadline fast approaching

Canadian citizens interested in running in the November 2 municipal elections still have time to submit their nomination.

To be eligible, a candidate must:

• Be a Canadian citizen;
• Be at least 18 years old on election day; and
• Have lived in the municipality for at least six months before the election.

Nomination forms must be submitted by the candidate to the municipal election officer or returning officer by 2:00 p.m. on October 16, 2026.

“The decisions made at the municipal level have a direct impact on people’s everyday lives. I encourage anyone who is interested in making an impact in their community to get involved and take part.”

- Minister of Housing and Communities Kent Dollar

Learn more about the municipal elections.

Media contact:
Brooke Miller
Department of Housing and Communities
bmmiller@gov.pe.ca