Burlington's Municipal Election is This October
Voting will take place from October 14 to 26, 2026, and Burlington residents will have multiple ways to cast their ballot.
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Burlington's 2026 municipal election now has a home online. The city launched myvoteburlington.ca this week as the central hub for everything election-related — from checking whether you're on the voters list to learning how to run for office yourself.
Voting will take place from October 14 to 26, 2026, and Burlington residents will have multiple ways to cast their ballot. If you've been meaning to get more involved in local democracy, this is the year to start.
Nearly 60% of Canada's core infrastructure is owned and maintained by municipalities — local elections shape the services you use every day.
Who You'll Be Voting For
This October, Burlington residents will elect leaders at multiple levels of government. Depending on your school board affiliation, you may also be voting for a school board trustee. Here's what's on the ballot:
Mayor of Burlington (1) — also sits on Halton Regional Council
Burlington City Councillors (6, one per ward) — also sit on Halton Regional Council
Regional Chair of Halton Region (1) — subject to change pending provincial legislation
School Board Trustee — vote for one of four boards based on your school support: Halton Catholic District School Board, Halton District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, or Conseil scolaire catholique Mon Avenir
Note: The province's proposed Better Regional Governance Act, 2026 could change the Regional Chair from an elected to a provincially appointed position. myvoteburlington.ca will be updated if the legislation passes.
Four Ways to Vote
Burlington is offering flexibility in how residents cast their ballots:
Internet Voting — online anytime from Oct. 14–23, 2026
Advance Polls — in person on Oct. 17 or Oct. 20, 2026
Election Day — in person on Oct. 26, 2026
By Proxy — details coming soon from the City
Are You Eligible?
Under Ontario's Municipal Elections Act, 1996, you can vote if you:
Are a Canadian citizen
Are at least 18 years old
Live in Burlington (own or rent), OR
Own or rent property in Burlington even if you live elsewhere — your spouse's qualifying property also counts
Get Involved Beyond Voting
myvoteburlington.ca isn't just for voters. The site also has resources for residents interested in running as a candidate, working as election staff, or registering as a third-party advertiser. Municipal elections happen every four years in Ontario — this is your window.
Subscribe to election updates at myvoteburlington.ca to stay informed as October approaches.
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