The Certified List of Candidates is provided below.
To see the list of Certified Candidates (with contact information), click here.
Elections
Municipal & School Board Election 2026
The 2026 Municipal and School Board Election was scheduled for October 26, 2026.
The Clerk is appointed as the Municipal Returning Officer by statute and is responsible for the administration and management of municipal elections every four years in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act.
Election Status
The 2026 Municipal and School Board Election was scheduled for October 26, 2026.
Following the close of nominations and certification of candidates in August 2026, all positions for Mayor, Municipal Councillors and School Board Trustees were filled by acclamation in accordance with Section 37 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.
As a result, no voting was required in the Town of Kapuskasing on October 26, 2026.
The Mayor and six Councillors elected by acclamation will serve on Town Council for the 2026–2030 term.
The official Declaration of Acclamation and Certified List of Candidates are available below for public reference.
Where the number of certified candidates for an office is equal to or less than the number of positions to be elected, the Clerk may declare the candidate(s) elected by acclamation in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.
The Clerk’s Department is responsible for accepting nominations of candidates running for office, preparing voters’ lists, preparing ballots, administering voting processes and certifying and distributing election results.
The Clerk, as Returning Officer, conducts elections for the following offices:
- Mayor
- Councillors (6)
- School Board Trustees, as applicable
The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Election is now closed.
To run for municipal Council, a person must meet the following requirements:
- be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years of age
- be a resident or non-resident elector in the municipality where the nomination is filed
- be eligible to hold office on the day the nomination is filed
For more detailed guidance, please consult the 2026 Candidate's Guide.
Serving on Town Council
Serving on Council is a meaningful opportunity to help shape the future of the community, but it also comes with significant responsibilities and the need for thoughtful decision making.
Council Members address important issues, consider diverse viewpoints and often navigate challenging or sensitive matters in the best interests of residents.
The following resources provide additional information about municipal councils, school board trustees and municipal elections in Ontario: