Elections 2026

MUNICIPAL ELECTION WILL BE HELD MONDAY OCTOBER 26th, 2026

Nomination Period Opens: May 1, 2026

Nomination Deadline: August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

Certification of Candidates: August 24, 2026

Advance Vote: October 17, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Voting Day: October 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Additional dates will be posted as they are confirmed.

Who Can Vote

You are eligible to vote in the Township of Casey municipal election if you are:

  • A Canadian citizen;
  • At least 18 years old;
  • A resident of Casey Township, or the owner or tenant of land in Casey Township (or the spouse of such person); and
  • Not prohibited from voting under any law

Voters’ List

The voters’ list for the 2026 municipal election is based on the Preliminary List of Electors provided by Elections Ontario.

Electors are encouraged to confirm or update their information using Register to Vote OntarioThis link opens in a new window prior to August 2026.

Beginning August 12, 2026, electors will be directed to the Municipality for assistance with:

  • confirming voter information
  • updating voter information
  • adding their name to the voters’ list

The voters’ list is finalized by the Clerk and becomes the official Voters’ List on or before September 1, 2026.

Applications to add, remove, or update information on the Voters’ List may be made from September 1, 2026 up to the close of voting on October 26, 2026.


Voting Method

Voting will take place using traditional paper ballots.

Electors must attend the designated voting location and cast their ballot in person.

Advanced Voting Location:
Casey Fire Hall
6 Lachapelle St, Belle Vallee, ON P0J 1A0

Voting Day Location:
Casey Fire Hall
6 Lachapelle St, Belle Vallee, ON P0J 1A0

Voting Hours:

  • Advance Vote: October 17, 2026 (10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
  • Voting Day: October 26, 2026 (10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)

Voting by Proxy

If you are unable to vote, you may appoint another eligible elector as your voting proxy.

  • Proxy appointments may begin after nominations are certified
  • Applications are available at the Municipal Office

Identification Requirements

Voters must provide acceptable identification showing their name and qualifying address.

Eligibility

To run for office on Council, you must be:

  • A Canadian citizen
  • At least 18 years old
  • A resident of Casey Township, or the owner or tenant of land in Casey (or the spouse of such person)
  • Not legally prohibited from voting
  • Not disqualified by any legislation

Filing a Nomination

Nominations must be filed with the Clerk:

  • In person or by an authorized agent
  • At the Municipal Office (903303 Hanbury Rd, New Liskeard) during regular office hours
  • Between May 1, 2026 and August 21, 2026 (2:00 p.m. deadline)

Candidates must submit:

  • Nomination Paper (Form 1)
  • Declaration of Qualifications
  • Filing fee:
    • $200 for Reeve
    • $100 for Councillor
  • Proof of identity and qualifying address

Original signatures are required. Electronic or fax submissions are not permitted.

***Nomination Packages are available at the Municipal Office***

Campaign Rules

Candidates are responsible for complying with:

  • Campaign finance rules
  • Contribution limits
  • Election signage requirements
  • Rules respecting the use of municipal resources

The official list of certified candidates will be posted after August 24, 2026 and updated as required.

The following municipal policies apply to the election:

By-Law 2026-12 – Election Signs

By-Law 2022-986 – Corporate Resources for Election

Election results will be posted following Voting Day

For more information, please contact

Casey Municipal Office

903303 Hanbury Rd New Liskeard
ON P0J 1P0
PH: 705-647-5439
FX: 705-647-6373
Email: admin@casey.ca