Burlington Municipal Election 2026: Candidates, Voting Dates, and How to Vote

Burlington votes on Monday, October 26, 2026, and online voting opens this Wednesday, October 14. Residents will elect a mayor, six city and regional councillors, and school board trustees. This guide covers everything Burlington voters need to know about the 2026 municipal election, including the full list of certified candidates, key dates, voting locations, and what to bring. The candidate information below reflects the City of Burlington's official list as of October 6, 2026, so check the City's election website for any updates before you vote.

Key Dates for the 2026 Burlington Election

Burlington voters have several ways to cast a ballot. Here are the dates and times to know.

Who Is Running for Mayor of Burlington?

Five candidates are on the ballot for mayor of Burlington. The City lists them alphabetically by last name:

• Keith Demoe

• Lisa Kearns

• Marianne Meed Ward

• Rory Nisan

• Yugalkeesor Ramdhonee

The mayor also sits on Halton Regional Council, which is why the mayoral race matters beyond city hall.

Who Is Running for City and Regional Councillor in Each Ward?

Burlington is divided into six wards, and voters elect one city and regional councillor in each. Minor ward boundary changes were approved in May 2025 and affect Wards 1, 2, 3, and 4, so double-check your ward using the City's interactive ward map before you vote. Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name.

Ward 1 Candidates

• Kelvin Galbraith

• Cheryl Hurst

• James Kerr

• Robert Radway

Ward 2 Candidates

• Masha Brar

• Sean Campbell

• Gary Carr

• Jeremy Gaetan

Ward 3 Candidates

• Tony Brecknock

• Mark Carr

• Lisa Cooper

• Kyle Hutton

• Katy Moore

Ward 4 Candidates

• Chris Carter

• Olivia Duke

Ward 5 Candidates

• Kristy Dickinson

• Alex Don

• Brian Machan

• Paul Sharman

Ward 6 Candidates

• Osob Adus

• Angelo Bentivegna

• Bianca Bielski

• Chris Bouchard

• Frank Domenic

• Rowen Fraser

• Edmond Jodhi

Who Is Running for School Board Trustee in Burlington?

Voters also choose a trustee for the school board they support. Burlington residents can vote for one of four boards: the Halton District School Board, the Halton Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, or Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.

Halton District School Board Trustees

• Wards 1 and 2: Bika Diakoloukas (acclaimed)

• Wards 3 and 6: Sukhwinder Singh and Xin Yi Zhang

• Ward 4: Ryan Marlow, Dania Thurman, and Ahmed Zaki

• Ward 5: Amy Collard (acclaimed)

Halton Catholic District School Board Trustees

• Wards 1 and 2: Vincent Iantomasi and Allison McKenzie

• Wards 3 and 6: Bernice Carvalho and Roman Soler

• Wards 4 and 5: Bashar Haddaden, Katrina Vinka Kvenich, and Tim O'Brien

French-Language School Board Trustees

• Conseil scolaire Viamonde: Sonia Macaluso (acclaimed)

• Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir: Diane Courchesne (acclaimed)

An acclaimed candidate was the only person to file for that seat, so there is no race to vote on.

How to Vote in the 2026 Burlington Municipal Election

Who Is Eligible to Vote in Burlington?

You can vote in Burlington's municipal election if you are a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old, and either live in Burlington or own or rent property in Burlington (or your spouse does). You can only vote once, no matter how many properties you own or rent in the city.

What Are the Ways to Vote?

There are four ways to vote:

• Online from October 14 to October 23

• In person at an advance poll on October 17 or 20

• In person on Voting Day, October 26

• By proxy, if you can't vote any other way

Online voting is secure and requires your voter information letter, which is mailed to eligible voters on the voters' list. You will complete a two-step verification using your email address or mobile phone number to receive your voting PIN, and you can vote from a computer or your phone's browser. If you haven't received your voter information letter, contact the City's election team at 905-335-7777, ext. 8683, or email election@burlington.ca.

What Do You Need to Bring to Vote In Person?

Bring two things: your voter information letter, which speeds up check-in, and one piece of valid ID showing your name and address. Photo ID is not required. Accepted ID includes an Ontario driver's licence, an Ontario photo card, a cancelled personalized cheque, and an insurance policy or statement. International ID and permanent resident cards are not accepted. If you didn't get a letter but are eligible, you can still vote with valid ID.

Where Can You Vote in Burlington?

Advance voting (October 17 and 20): vote at any of these three locations.

• Skyway Community Centre, 129 Kenwood Ave.

• Burlington Seniors' Centre, 2285 New St.

• Tansley Woods Community Centre, 1996 Itabashi Way

Voting Day (October 26): there are 24 voting locations, four in each ward, and you can vote at any location in your ward.

All voting locations are accessible.

Burlington Election FAQ

What Is Burlington Voting On in October 2026?

Voters will elect the mayor, one city and regional councillor in each of the six wards, and school board trustees. The mayor and councillors also represent Burlington on Halton Regional Council. The Halton Regional Chair will not appear on the ballot.

What If You Aren't on the Voters' List?

You can still be added. From September 1 to October 23, you can visit a City library or the Service Burlington counter at City Hall, 426 Brant St., during business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). You can also confirm your information at a voting location during advance voting or on Voting Day with valid ID.

How Does Proxy Voting Work?

If you can't vote online, at an advance poll, or on Voting Day, you can appoint someone to vote for you. You and your proxy must complete an Appointment for Voting Proxy form, and your proxy brings it with their ID to the Office of the City Clerk at 426 Brant St. to have it certified. Your proxy must also be eligible to vote in Burlington.

Can Students Who Are Away at School Vote in Burlington?

Possibly. Students attending school outside Burlington may be eligible to vote in more than one municipality and can list their family home as their permanent residence, with their student home as an additional property.

Where Will the Election Results Be Posted?

Official results are posted on the City of Burlington's election website under its Results page, and the City Clerk declares official results as soon as possible after Voting Day.

Stay Informed With Burlington 365

Burlington 365 does not endorse any candidate, and this guide is meant to help every Burlington voter find the facts they need. For the most up-to-date information, use the City of Burlington's official election website at myvote.burlington.ca. Follow Burlington 365 for local news, events, and what's happening around Burlington.