City of Greater Sudbury Prepares for 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections

The City of Greater Sudbury has begun preparations for the Municipal and School Board Elections taking place on Monday, October 26, 2026. An update provided at the February 24 City Council meeting outlines key dates and proposed by-laws for matters including internet voting, the use of optical scan tabulators, and restrictions on candidates’ use of municipal resources during the campaign period.

This fall, residents will be encouraged to voice their choice through a hybrid voting model designed for accessibility and convenience. Online voting will be available from Friday, October 16 to Monday, October 26, allowing electors to vote from their own devices at any time and anywhere. Those preferring to vote in person may do so on Election Day or during advance voting on Saturday, October 17 and Saturday, October 24.

Residents are encouraged to ensure their information is up to date in advance of the upcoming elections. As of January 2024, the list of eligible electors for municipal elections is maintained by Elections Ontario, while Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) continues to manage school support information. Voter registration can be confirmed at RegisterToVoteON.ca, and school support details can be reviewed at school-support.mpac.ca.

Nominations for Mayor, Councillors, and School Board Trustees open on Friday, May 1, 2026. Prospective candidates are encouraged to monitor the City’s website for forms and updates as they become available from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

The Municipal Elections team will increase public outreach throughout the spring, including voter education tools, registration reminders, and appearances by the Municipal Elections-branded GOVA bus. Information will continue to be updated at: www.greatersudbury.ca/city-hall/municipal-schoolboard-elections/.