2026 Municipal Election– October 26, 2026
Are you on the Voter’s List?
Visit Register To Vote to register, update any information that may not be current, and confirm details (residence, mailing address, spelling of name, date of birth, and school board support). Changes can be made online until August. 12, 2026.
On September 1, 2026, applications for additions, corrections or deletions from the voter’s list may be made by completing and filing a revision form at the Township Office, 45 Beatty Street.
All applications for revision must be on the designated form, properly completed and signed. Photo-identification and proof of qualifying address will be required. Changes can be made up to and including Voting Day (October. 26, 2026).
Advance Vote:
| Location | Date | Time |
| Nipissing Township Office 45 Beatty Street | Saturday October 10, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Commanda Community Centre 4009 Highway 522 | Saturday October 17, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
Voting Day:
| Location | Date | Time |
| South Shore Education Centre 60 Beatty Street | Monday October 26, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Township of Nipissing Community Centre 2381 Highway 654 | Monday October 26, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Commanda Community Centre 4009 Highway 522 | Monday October 26, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
Voter Qualifications:
A person is entitled to be an elector at an election held in a local Municipality if, on voting day they:
- Reside in the local municipality or is the spouse of such owner or tenant.
- Is a Canadian citizen.
- Is at least 18 years old; and is not prohibited from voting under subsection (3) or otherwise by law. (Municipal Elections Act, 1996)
Questions or inquires, please contact
Kris Croskery- Hodgins, Municipal Administrator, Clerk-Treasurer: admin@nipissingtownship.com or
705-724-2144
Showing Identification before you Vote in Person:
When you arrive to vote in person, you must show identification to prove that you are the person whose name appears on the voters’ list. The identification must show your name and address. Photo identification is not required.
Examples of identification include:
- Ontario driver’s licence
- Ontario health card (if your name and address are printed on the card)
- Mortgage, lease or rental agreement
- Insurance policy
- Credit card statement
- Bill for hydro, water, gas, telephone, cable TV
A Canadian passport is not an acceptable identification document because you write your address inside your passport yourself.
See the full list of acceptable documents.
Planning to Run For Office?
Nominations will be accepted May 1 to August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
2026 Municipal Candidates:
The following individuals have filed nomination papers with the Township of Nipissing for the 2026 Municipal Election.
These nominations will be certified and a complete list of names and contact information will be posted after the nominations have closed on August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
This list will be updated as nominations are received.
MAYOR
KIRKEY, Stephen
YEMM, Dave
COUNCILLOR
BARTON, Jake
CHALAPENKO, Lisa
FOOTE, Shelly
JOHNSTON, Chris
MAHONEY, Shawn
RENNETTE, Rod
SERSON, Robby
School Board
Conseil Scolaire Public du Nord-Est – CAZABON, Bruce
English Public School Board – HOLMES, Krista
English Separate School Board – BEGIN, Jacques
No Person who proposes to be a candidate may solicit or accept contributions for elections purposes or incur campaign expenses until a nomination paper has been filed.
The Term of Office Begins November 15, 2026. Nomination Forms and Candidate Guides will be available from the Township Office beginning May 1, 2026.
Questions or inquiries, please contact Kris Croskery-Hodgins, Municipal Administrator, Clerk-Treasurer
admin@nipissingtownship.com or 705-724-2144
What To Expect As A Member of Council:
- Regular Council Meetings are scheduled for Tuesdays starting at 6:30 p.m.
- Meetings are held at the Township of Nipissing Community Centre located at 2381 Highway 654.
- July, August and November have one (1) meeting per month. All other months have two (2) meetings per month.
- Meetings average 1-2 hours in length and are open to public attendance as well as livestreamed.
The Offices For Which Persons May Be Nominated For Are:
| Mayor: One (1) Position To Be Elected | Councillors: Four (4) Positions To Be Elected |
To Run For The Position Of Mayor Or Council You Must Be:
- A Canadian Citizen
- At Least 18 Years of Age
- Eligible to Vote in The Township of Nipissing
- Not disqualified to hold office by any legislation
- A Resident of The Township of Nipissing or the Owner or Tenant of Property in The Township of Nipissing (or the spouse of an Owner or Tenant.)
Candidate Information:
Ontario begins the process towards the 2026 municipal election set to take place in the Fall. There are a variety of resources and information for elected officials and new candidates.
Interested in running or returning to municipal government? Join AMO’s new online workshop series, Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities, for those seeking re-election and first-time candidates. The interactive workshops are offered at no charge and will provide officials with the tools, resilience and clarity to navigate today’s political landscape.
Visit AMO to register today:
Stronger Communities, Stronger Leaders Workshop Series
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Candidate Resources:
Please Complete Forms 1-4 for a Complete Nomination Package for submission, as of May 1st complete forms and payment for appropriate office may be submitted at the Township Office.
2 – 2026 Freedom of Information
4 – 2026 Request For Voter’s List
Township of Nipissing Election Procedures
Use of Municipal Resources During An Election Campaign – Rules & Procedures
Resources Specific to The Township of Nipissing:
Committees of Council:
| Committee of Adjustment: | All 5 Council Members Appointment |
| Recreation Committee: | 2 Council Members Appointed |
| Museum Board: | 2 Council Members Appointed |
| Cemetery Committee: | 2 Council Members Appointed |
Council Appointment to Boards:
| Eastholme For the Aged Board of Management | |
| Shared With Neighboring Municipalities | District of Parry Sound Social Services Administration Board (DSSAB) |
| Parry Sound District Emergency Medical Service Committee (EMS) | |
| North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit |
| 1 Council Member | North Bay – Mattawa Source Protection Authority |
| 1 Council Member 1 Resident | Golden Sunshine Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board |
| 1 Council Member 1 Resident | Powassan & District Union Public Library Board |
| 1 Council Member 1 Resident | Powassan, Nipissing, Callander OPP Detachment Board |
| 1 Council Member | East Nipissing-North Parry Sound Veterinary Unit |
| 1 Council Member | Sturgeon Nipissing French Committee |
Expectations and Layout are prescribed by the Procedural By-Law