Elections

The Municipality of Centre Hastings is pleased to announce that the official results of the 2026 Municipal Election have been certified. Congratulations to Thomas Deline on being elected Mayor, Kevin McLaughlin on being elected Deputy Mayor by acclamation, and Mike Kerby, Eric Sandford, and Judy Brant on being elected to serve as Councillors for the upcoming term.

Municipality of Centre Hastings 2026 Municipal Election Results

The Municipality of Centre Hastings is pleased to announce that the official results of the 2026 Municipal Election have been certified by Typhany Choinard, Clerk of the Corporation of the Municipality of Centre Hastings, in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. Following the election held on October 26, 2026, Thomas Deline was elected Mayor, while Mike Kerby, Eric Sandford, and Judy Brant were elected to serve on Council. Together with Deputy Mayor Kevin McLaughlin, who was previously elected by acclamation, the newly elected Council will serve the residents of Centre Hastings for the 2026-2030 term and help guide the future of the municipality through responsible leadership, community engagement, and strategic decision-making.

Form HC26 - Declaration of Election Results Municipality of Centre Hastings - 2026 Municipal Election

The Municipality of Centre Hastings is pleased to recognize Kevin McLaughlin's acclamation to the office of Deputy Mayor for the 2026-2030 term of Council. As the sole certified candidate for the position, Mr. McLaughlin was declared elected by acclamation in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. The declaration was certified by the Municipal Clerk on August 24, 2026, and no election was required for the office of Deputy Mayor.

Form EL20 - Declaration of Acclamation to Office

Important Information for 2026 Municipal Election Candidates

The financial disclosures for the 2026 municipal election are not yet available.

Ontario residents are encouraged to review and update their school support designation with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) by June 1, 2026 to ensure accurate information is provided to Elections Ontario before the municipal and school board elections on October 26, 2026.

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.

Your designation also helps determine how you’re listed on the Preliminary List of Electors, placing you on the correct voters list for the municipal and school board elections.

How to update school support designation

To help you raise awareness and support residents with the process, we created a School Support Designation toolkit with frequently asked questions (FAQs) and ready-to-use messaging and graphics for social media, websites, newsletters, and more. Our School Support Designation page also provides guidance to help residents easily review and update their information.

Using these resources makes it simple to provide clear, consistent information and help residents be ready to vote.

Municipal Election Information Series

🗳️ Are You Ready to Vote in the 2026 Municipal Election?

The first step is making sure you're on the Voters' List.

Check, register, or update your information online through the Centre Hastings Voter Services Portal:

🌐 http://centrehastings.voterservices.ca/ & https://centrehastings.com/our-municipality/elections/

Don't wait until election time. Take a minute today to ensure you're ready to vote!

📍 Recently Moved? Changed Your Name?

Your voter information should be up to date before the 2026 Municipal Election.

Use the Centre Hastings Voter Services Portal to:

✅ Update your address

✅ Update your name

✅ Confirm your voter information

Visit: 🌐 http://centrehastings.voterservices.ca/ & https://centrehastings.com/our-municipality/elections/

🏡 New Resident?

If you've recently moved to Centre Hastings and are eligible to vote, make sure you're added to the Voters' List.

🌐 http://centrehastings.voterservices.ca/ & https://centrehastings.com/our-municipality/elections/

Your voice matters in shaping the future of our community.

Everything You Need to Get Ready for the 2026 Municipal Election

🗳️ Voting for the first time in a municipal election? We're here to help!

To vote in the 2026 Municipality of Centre Hastings Election, you must:

✅ Be a Canadian citizen
✅ Be at least 18 years of age on voting day
✅ Be eligible to vote in the Municipality of Centre Hastings

Before election day, make sure you're on the Voters' List and that your information is up to date.

The Centre Hastings Voter Services Portal allows you to: ✔️ Register to vote
✔️ Update your address or voter information
✔️ Confirm your voter information

🌐 Register, update, or confirm your information online: centrehastings.voterservices.ca

Need assistance? Contact the Elections Team at 613-473-4030 or visit the Municipal Office at 7 Furnace Street, Madoc.

Your first vote is an opportunity to help shape the future of Centre Hastings. Make sure you're ready!

Can You Vote in the 2026 Municipal Election?

To vote, you must: • Be a Canadian citizen • Be at least 18 years old on voting day • Be eligible to vote in Centre Hastings under the Municipal Elections Act

Not sure if you're on the Voters' List? 🌐 http://centrehastings.voterservices.ca/ & https://centrehastings.com/our-municipality/elections/