39 Candidates Now in the Running for Milton's 2026 Municipal Election as Nomination Deadline Nears

Milton's 2026 municipal election is taking shape, with dozens of candidates now registered to run for mayor and council ahead of the August nomination deadline.

What Happened

As of July 22, 39 candidates had registered to run for mayor or for regional or town councillor across Milton's four wards, according to figures reported locally. The nomination period opened on May 1 and closes on August 21 at 2 p.m., meaning the final list of candidates could still grow before nominations are certified.

Election day for the Town of Milton and across Halton Region is set for Monday, October 26.

Key Details

• 39 candidates were registered as of July 22 for mayor or council positions.

• Available positions include Mayor, Regional Councillor for Wards 1 through 4, and Town Councillor for Wards 1 through 4.

• School board trustee seats for the Halton District School Board and Halton Catholic District School Board are also on the ballot.

• The nomination period runs from May 1 to August 21 at 2 p.m.

• Election day is Monday, October 26.

Community Impact

The councillors and mayor elected this fall will guide decisions on growth, roads, recreation, taxes and local services in one of Ontario's fastest-growing communities. The Town of Milton recently hosted a virtual information session for prospective candidates and residents, where town staff and provincial representatives answered questions about the election process. Residents who want to run still have time to file their nomination papers before the deadline.

Background

Municipal elections are held across Ontario every four years. Information on how to register as a candidate, ward boundaries and voting is available through the Town of Milton's election pages.

Source: MiltonToday.ca — https://www.miltontoday.ca/municipal-election/election-update-heres-a-look-at-whos-running-for-milton-council-12572999 ; Town of Milton — https://www.milton.ca/en/candidate-information.aspx

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