Candidate information

The first day to register as a candidate in the municipal and school board election is May 1, 2026. More information on the process to become a candidate will be provided closer to May 1.

In order to be certified as a candidate you will need to:

  • be an eligible voter and on the voters list
  • provide proof of residence and citizenship
  • complete a nomination form
  • gather 25 endorsement signatures
  • pay a fee

Contact Us

City of Kitchener
200 King Street West,
Kitchener, Ontario
Telephone: 519-741-2345,
TTY: 1-866-969-9994
mailto:info@kitchener.ca