Community Information Notice<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sharing with the community on behalf of Kincardine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dear member(s) of the IDRA,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As we approach the 2026 Municipal and School Board elections, we would like to encourage everyone in our community to get on the Voters List.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This email provides a brief overview on key information regarding the elections, including how to ensure you are registered, who is eligible to vote, important dates and how voting will take place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get on the Voters List<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the election is still a few months away, the primary message from the Municipality is to ensure that you’re on the Voters List and that your information is accurate and up to date. Doing so will ensure that you receive a Voter Information Letter with your unique PIN that permits you to vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To verify or update your information, or to add yourself to the Voters List, please visit www.RegisterToVoteON.ca<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n This website is the central hub for voter registration and is easy to navigate. It also allows 16- and 17-year-olds to be registered on the Future Voters List, so they are automatically added once they turn 18.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need to add or update your information, you will require a piece of valid identification, a list of which can be found here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As this is a new Voters List \u2013 we encourage everyone to check to make sure their information is correct. We especially encourage you to visit http:\/\/www.RegisterToVoteON.ca<\/a> to verify your status if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are new to the area or have recently moved addresses Important: The online service is only available until August 12, 2026. After this date, any updates must be completed by contacting the Municipality of Kincardine. Visit www.kincardine.ca\/elections<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Who Can Vote<\/p>\n\n\n\n In order to be eligible to vote, at the time of the election you must be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Canadian citizen How to vote<\/p>\n\n\n\n Voting will take place online or by telephone, allowing you to vote from anywhere with internet or phone access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Voting Opens: Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Voting Closes: Monday, October 26, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please note that no paper ballots will be used in this election. This means that being on the Voters List is essential to receive your Voter Information Letter, which will be mailed in October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you require assistance during the voting period, there will be a Help Centre located at the Municipal Administration Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n School Support<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every property, whether owned or rented, is linked to a school board, even if you do not have children currently attending school. To ensure your school support designation is correctly provided to Elections Ontario, please visit www.mpac.ca\/schoolsupport<\/a> before June 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Running for Council or School Board<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are interested in running for Municipal Council or School Board Trustee, you may file a Nomination Form with the Clerk until 2:00 p.m. on Friday August 21, 2026. More information can be found on the Municipal website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have any questions about the voting process, please do not hesitate to contact us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Owner or rent property in the Municipality of Kincardine but primarily reside elsewhere
Have not voted before<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At least 18 years of age
A resident, property owner or tenant in the Municipality of Kincardine or the spouse of a property owner or tenant
Not prohibited from voting under any law<\/p>\n\n\n\n