Burlington's Municipal Election is This October

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:

1. Internet Voting — online anytime from Oct. 14–23, 2026

2. Advance Polls — in person on Oct. 17 or Oct. 20, 2026

3. Election Day — in person on Oct. 26, 2026

4. 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.