Voting Period Now Open for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election

MEDIA RELEASE

For Immediate Release

Monday, October 19, 2026

Voting Period Now Open for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election

ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON: Voting is officially underway for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election.

The Voting Period opens Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and will remain open until Monday, October 26, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. Electors can cast their ballot by telephone or internet anytime, anywhere during the voting period.

Have Your Voter Information Letter (VIL) Ready

Electors will need their Voter Information Letter to access the voting system. Each letter includes voting instructions and your unique Voting PIN.

With several days available to cast your ballot, electors are strongly encouraged to vote early at a time that is convenient for them.

Haven’t Received Your Voter Information Letter?

Eligible voters who have not received their Voter Information Letter by Monday, October 19, 2026 will need to contact the Clerk’s Department as soon as possible.

Municipality of Arran-Elderslie

Clerk’s Department

1925 Bruce Road 10,

Chesley, ON N0G 1L0

519-363-3039

clerks@arran-elderslie.ca

If you are not on the Voters’ List, you may be added by visiting the Municipal Office or a Voter Assistance Centre in person. You will be required to complete an Application to Amend the Voters’ List – Form EL15 and provide identification showing your name and qualifying address.

Need Help Voting? 

Electors who have questions about voting, have not received their Voter Information Letter, or require assistance accessing the voting system should contact the Clerk’s Department.

Municipal staff are available to help ensure eligible electors have the information they need to participate in the election. 

For more information about the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, including Voter Assistance Centre hours and election updates, electors are encouraged to visit www.arran-elderslie.ca/election or contact the Clerk’s Department.