The Town of Grimsby is encouraging residents interested in local government to consider running for office in the upcoming municipal election on October 26, 2026. Residents will be voting to fill the positions of mayor, eight councillors, one regional councillor, and four school board trustees.
Individuals who wish to run for a seat must file their nomination papers in person at Town Hall by appointment. The nomination period begins on May 1, 2026, and concludes on August 21, 2026. Between May 1 and August 20, appointments for candidate registration can be made between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. On the final day of the nomination period, August 21, filings will be accepted between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
To qualify as a candidate, applicants must submit a nomination paper along with at least 25 declarations of endorsement. There is also a filing fee of $200 for those running for mayor and $100 for those seeking a councillor or school board trustee position. Comprehensive details regarding the process are available through the Let’s Talk Grimsby online portal.
The upcoming election takes place as the town manages the pressures of significant population growth. In the local mayoral race, Ward 3 Councillor Veronica Charrois has announced her intention to run, emphasizing a desire for resident-focused leadership. The incumbent mayor, Jeff Jordan, who was first elected in 2018, has not yet announced whether he will seek a third term.
For voters, the election will feature several options. Internet voting opens on October 5, 2026, and remains available until October 26. In-person advance voting opportunities will be held on October 14 and October 17, with final voting taking place on October 26, 2026.
