Important Dates
Please see the important 2026 election dates below:
Friday, May 1, 2026
First day to file a nomination paper for the offices of Mayor, Councillor and School Board Trustee.
- Nominations Open
- Once the nomination paper is filed with the Town Clerk, the candidate can begin raising and spending funds, at which point they are provided with a preliminary spending limit.
First day to file a notice of registration as a third-party advertiser.
- A third-party advertiser cannot raise or spend money on their campaign, nor begin advertising, until the Town Clerk certifies their registration.
- Preliminary spending limit provided to third party advertiser upon certification.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Meet the Elections Team in Your Community
Concerts in the Park
Wednesday, August 19, 2026: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Have questions about voting or running in the election? Connect with our team at local events to get answers, explore the process, and feel confident about participating.
Elections staff will be at other various events throughout the year. Check back for more event dates coming soon.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Closes at 2 p.m.
Deadline for candidates to:
- File a nomination.
- Withdraw a nomination.
- Change office.
Monday, August 24, 2026
By 4 p.m.
- Last day for the Town Clerk to certify candidate nomination papers.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Meet the Elections Team in Your Community
Concerts in the Park
Wednesday, August 26, 2026: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Have questions about voting or running in the election? Connect with our team at local events to get answers, explore the process, and feel confident about participating.
Elections staff will be at other various events throughout the year. Check back for more event dates coming soon.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Meet the Elections Team in Your Community
Concerts in the Park
Wednesday, September 2, 2026: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Have questions about voting or running in the election? Connect with our team at local events to get answers, explore the process, and feel confident about participating.
Elections staff will be at other various events throughout the year. Check back for more event dates coming soon.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Final spending limits provided to candidates and registered third party advertisers.
- Final self-contribution limit provided to candidates running for Mayor and Councillor (does not apply to School Board Trustee candidates).
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Aurora Town Hall, Council Chambers
Internet Voting Information Session - October 6, 2026
Want to learn more about Internet Voting or have questions about how to vote online in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election?
Join the Town of Aurora for an in-person Internet Voting Information Session on Tuesday, October 6 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Aurora Town Hall, Council Chambers.
The session will walk eligible electors through the Internet Voting process, from receiving your Voter Information Letter to casting a ballot, and provide information about:
- Voter eligibility and registration requirements
- Voting options and key election dates
- How to opt-in for Internet Voting
- The Internet Voting process
- Security and integrity measures
- Accessibility and inclusion features
- Voter Help Centre services and support
Following the presentation, election staff will be available to answer questions and provide one-on-one assistance with voter registration. Eligible electors who did not receive their Voter Information Letter or those who wish to make changes to their voter details will also receive assistance. Make sure to bring your ID with name and qualifying address.
Registration is required to attend.
Friday October 16 – Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Internet voting.
Saturday October 17- Wednesday October 21, 2026
- Advanced voting.
Friday, October 23, 2026
- Last day to register as a third-party advertiser.
Monday, October 26, 2026
- Election Day.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
- Inaugural meeting of the 2026-2030 Term of Council.
Contact Us - Elections
Town of Aurora
100 John West Way
Aurora ON L4G 6J1
Email: Elections@aurora.ca
Phone: 905-727-1375 (Access Aurora Customer Service)
Fax: 905-726-4769
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