May 01 2026

Nomination, Registration and Campaign Period Begins

Candidates, and Third Party Advertisers may begin filing the prescribed Nomination and registration forms. After Candidates file Nomination forms, the Campaign period begins and the Use of Corporate Resources Policy is now applicable.



August 21 2026

Nomination Day

The final date for Candidates to submit or withdraw Nomination forms. Nominations or Withdrawals cannot be accepted after 2 p.m.



August 22 2026

Election Signs Permitted to be Posted

Refer to the Election Sign By-law for guidelines on the appropriate use of Election Signs.

October 05 2026

Internet Voting Begins

Internet Voting will begin on October 5 at 12pm and operate until October 26 at 8pm.



October 14 2026

Advanced Poll #1

The first Advanced Poll will be held on Wednesday October 14 from 10am - 8pm at the Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre.

October 17 2026

Advanced Poll #2

The second Advanced Poll will be held on Saturday October 17 from 10am - 6pm at the Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre.

October 23 2026

Registration for Third Party Advertiser Deadline

Last day for third party advertisers to file a notice of registration or withdrawal. The filing must be made no later than 4:30 p.m.  

October 26 2026

Election Day

In-person voting will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Electors must attend the designated Polling Location on their Voter Information Letter.

October 27 2026

Declaration of Results

Official results for the 2026 Municipal Election will be posted on the Town of Grimsby's Website.

November 14 2026

2022-2026 Term of Office Ends

The 2022-2026 Council Term of Office officially ends.



November 15 2026

2026-2030 Term of Office Begins

The 2026-2030 Council Term of Office officially begins.



November 23 2026

Council Inauguration

The first formal meeting of the new Term of Council will take place.