2026 Election Candidate Guidelines Announced - Candidates - 30 Apr 26
Brampton · AI-assisted summary by Claude and Parth · Published
City council announced key dates and rules for the 2026 municipal election, including voting day, the nomination window, filing fees, and where residents can find election information.
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Municipal Election Scheduled for October 2026
Council announced the municipal election will be held on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, when residents will vote for mayor, regional councillor, city councillor, and school board trustee positions. The nomination period was also set, with the city stating: “The nomination period begins on May 1st, 2026 and ends on August 21st, 2026 at 2 p.m.”
Candidate Filing Requirements and Fees Set
Council outlined candidate eligibility and filing requirements, including that candidates must be at least 18 years old on the day they file and must be entitled to be an elector in the municipality. Filing fees were set at $200 for mayoral candidates and $100 for all other offices. Candidates must book appointments with the city clerk’s office to submit nomination forms.
Ward Pairing Structure Outlined
Council said regional and city councillors will be elected for paired wards: 1 and 5, 2 and 6, 3 and 4, 7 and 8, and 9 and 10. Council also noted school board trustee numbers will be determined in spring 2026.
Voter Information Resources Announced
Council directed residents to election information at bmpton.ca/bmptonvotes. Residents can also contact 311 (within the city), 905-874-2000 (from outside the city), or email bmptonvotes@bmpton.ca.
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