Elections

Join AMO’s new online workshop series for leaders seeking re-election or first-time aspiring candidates—offered at no charge for participants

As Ontario heads toward the 2026 municipal elections, elected officials and aspiring candidates are being tested like never before. From navigating divisive politics and social media toxicity to maintaining personal wellbeing under constant public scrutiny, the demands of leadership can feel overwhelming.

Developed in partnership with Nominee, Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities is designed to equip you with the tools, resilience, and confidence to meet these challenges head-on — and to rediscover the purpose that brought you to public service in the first place.

Through expert facilitation, guided peer-to-peer discussion, and practical takeaways, you’ll leave each session with fresh insight, renewed energy, and a stronger foundation for leadership.

This workshop series is offered through AMO’s Healthy Democracy Project, please find additional research and resources on the Project’s website. If you are interested in more of the Project’s initiatives, please join us at the 2nd Annual Healthy Democracy Forum in October 18 and 19.

This workshop series is being offered for no charge in two streams:

Stream 1: For elected officials at the municipal level across Ontario who are considering re-election in 2026 and preparing their path forward.

REGISTER HERE FOR STREAM 1 

Stream 2: For community members considering a run for municipal office in 2026—first-time candidates who want to build confidence before launching a campaign. Civic-minded leaders who want to explore whether elected office is right for them.

REGISTER HERE FOR STREAM 2 

Each stream includes four inspiring sessions (you can register for the full series or individual sessions):

•   Session 1—November/December 2025: Finding Your Why – Leading with Purpose and Authenticity

•  Session 2—January/February 2026: Praise Your Rivals – Managing Conflict and Building Effective Relationships

•  Session 3—February/March 2026: What Matters Most – Prioritizing Mental Health and Wellbeing

•  Session 4—March/April 2026: Building Your Movement – Turning Values into Action

What you’ll gain by attending these sessions:

• Clarity of Purpose: reconnect with your values and what drives you to serve

• Resilience in Conflict: handle tough situations with skill and confidence

• Personal Wellbeing: prevent burnout and create sustainable leadership practices

• Stronger Communication: inspire trust and mobilize authentic community support

• Practical Tools & Resources: customized workbooks, scripts, and templates you can use immediately

• Peer Connection: build relationships with others also preparing to run in 2026

For more information, click here.

Please email events@amo.on.ca with any questions.

To ensure your correct school support designation is provided to Elections Ontario in time for the next municipal and school board elections on October 26, 2026, it should be reviewed and, if needed, updated by June 1, 2026. 

While Elections Ontario maintains the Permanent Register of Electors in Ontario for provincial, municipal, and school board elections, MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation) is legislatively responsible for collecting school support designation information.  

What is school support? 

Whether you own or rent your home, your property is linked to a school board – even if you don’t have children or your children aren’t currently attending school. While you’re not required to make a designation, you do have the option to choose which school board you support. If you don’t make a choice, your support will default to the English-Public school board.    

How to update school support designations

Property owners can change their school support designation online using MPAC AboutMyProperty™ or our online portal for tenants. To get started, choose the option that applies to you:  

• I am a property owner 
• I am a tenant 

A step-by-step guide is available in English or French. 

Please note: Registration may take up to 24 hours to activate. 

You can submit a paper Application for Direction of School Support form in English or French and mail or email it to MPAC. 

To learn more or update a school support designation, visit mpac.ca/schoolsupport. 

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Compliance Report By Clerk [PDF/138KB]

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee considers applications requesting compliance audits of candidates or third party advertiser election campaign finances, any resulting auditors’ reports, and the Clerk’s Report identifying apparent contribution contraventions under section 88 of the Municipal Elections Act.