The Cornwall City Council approved a new by-law in February 2026 that changes where candidates can place campaign signs throughout Cornwall, Ontario. These updates aim to keep roads safe and ensure drivers have a clear view of traffic before the municipal election on October 26, 2026.
The new rules require signs to be at least two metres away from the edge of the road and prohibit them from being placed within 15 metres of any intersection. Signs are also banned from road allowances and must be positioned behind sidewalks, fire hydrants, and utility poles.
Candidates are allowed to start putting up signs on September 1, 2026, but only after they have officially filed their nomination papers. Once the election is over, every sign must be taken down within 72 hours.
The city updated the regulations to replace rules that were over ten years old and did not match modern safety standards. If a sign is placed in a dangerous spot, the city can remove it at the candidate’s expense and may issue fines for those who do not follow the rules.
