Candidate Nomination

To run for the office of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councillor or School Board Trustee you must file a Nomination Paper

• Until you file a Nomination Paper, you cannot raise or spend any money on your campaign.
• Candidates running for the position of Mayor, Deputy Mayor or Councillor must also provide at least 25 endorsement signatures from eligible electors using the prescribed form

Nomination papers can be filed from May 1 to August 20, 2026 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM and on August 21, 2026 between 8:30 AM and 2:00 PM. 

The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) has an online course, which is geared to individuals who are planning to run for a seat on municipal council.

Resources:

• AMO - Lead Where You Live: A Guide to Running for Municipal Council
• AMO - Leading with Respect Handguide
• 2026 Candidates's Guide - produced by the Province
• 2026 Third Party Advertising Guide - produced by the Province
• 2026 Voters' Guide - produced by the Province
• Candidate 101 - So, You Want to Run for Council Information Session Recording - hosted by the City of Peterborough
• County of Peterborough Election information (for candidates running for Mayor and Deputy Mayor)
  • Candidates running for the position of Mayor, Deputy Mayor or Councillor must also provide at least 25 endorsement signatures (strongly suggested that more the 25 signatures be obtained) from eligible electors using the prescribed form

Please check back soon for more information!