The Town of Newmarket is encouraging eligible residents to confirm they are on the voters’ list now, so they are ready to vote in the Municipal Election in October. Being registered helps ensure eligible voters receive important election information and can cast their vote online when the time comes.
Residents can check, update, or add their voter information online at RegisterToVoteON.ca. If you have moved, changed your name, or have not voted in a while, taking a moment to confirm your details now can help avoid delays later.
Beyond voting, the Town is also reminding individuals who want to play a role in shaping local decisions to consider running for office in the 2026 Municipal Election.
The candidate nomination period is open until Friday, August 21, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Individuals interested in running for office must formally file their nomination with the Town of Newmarket Elections Office during the nomination period. All information, including nomination forms and filing requirements, are available on the Town’s election website at newmarketvotes.ca/candidates/filing-a-nomination.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the filing requirements carefully and contact the Newmarket Elections Office at elections@newmarket.ca or 905 953 5152 with any questions.
The Town of Newmarket posts the names of registered candidates on the election website at newmarketvotes.ca. The list will be updated regularly throughout the nomination period.
Third-Party Advertisers
Rules related to third party advertiser registration and political advertising are available at newmarketvotes.ca.
Stay Informed with Election Updates:
Residents can sign up to receive election news, key dates, and important updates directly from the Town of Newmarket. Subscribing ensures residents receive timely and accurate information as the 2026 Municipal Election approaches.
To sign up for election updates visit newmarketvotes.ca
About the 2026 Newmarket Municipal Election:
The Town of Newmarket, along with municipalities across Ontario, will hold a municipal election this October to elect members of Newmarket Council and school board trustees.
Newmarket voters will have 10 days to vote, from October 17 to October 26, 2026. Voting will take place online. In person voting by appointment will be available for voters who prefer or require a paper ballot.
More information about the 2026 Town of Newmarket Municipal Election is available at newmarketvotes.ca.