2026 Municipal and School Board Election - Township of Central Frontenac
List of Certified Candidates
Mayor
| Name of Candidate | Office |
| Nicki Gowdy | Mayor |
| Susan Irwin | Mayor |
District 1
| Name of Candidate | Office |
| Chase Matson | District 1 - Kennebec |
| Cindy Kelsey | District 1 - Kennebec |
| C. Lynn Klages | District 1 - Kennebec |
District 2
| Name of Candidate | Office |
| Danny Meeks | District 2 - Olden |
| Bill Everett | District 2 - Olden |
| Edward Quinn | District 2 - Olden |
| Ron Couchman | District 2 - Olden |
District 3
| Name of Candidate | Office |
| Meredith Peters | District 3 - Oso |
| Bill MacDonald | District 3 - Oso |
| Lesley Merrigan | District 3 - Oso |
| Jessica Singer | District 3 - Oso |
District 4
| Name of Candidate | Office |
| Brent Cameron | District 4 - Hinchinbrooke |
| Janet Gutowski | District 4 - Hinchinbrooke |
| Phillip Smith | District 4 - Hinchinbrooke |
School Board Trustee
| Name of Candidate | Office |
| Karen McGregor | Limestone District School Board Trustee - English (Acclaimed) |
Election Day
Municipal elections are held every four years on the fourth Monday of October.
The next Municipal and School Board Election will take place on:
2026 Municipal Election – All-Candidates Meetings
Frontenac News will be hosting all-candidates meetings for the 2026 Municipal Election.
For meeting dates, locations and other event details, please visit the Frontenac News All-Candidates Meetings webpage.
Please note that these meetings are organized and hosted by Frontenac News, not the Township of Central Frontenac.
Monday, October 26, 2026
Council and Board members are elected for a four-year term. The current term began in 2022 and ends in 2026.
Unlike federal or provincial elections, municipal candidates do not run under political parties. All candidates run as individuals.
Voter Information Letters and How to Vote
Watch your mail for your Voter Information Letter. Letters should arrive by October 16, 2026. Your letter contains the information you need to vote online or by telephone. Keep it in a safe place until you are ready to vote.
How to vote
Voting opens Monday, October 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. and closes Monday, October 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. You can vote online or by telephone at any time during that period, including the weekend. Follow the instructions in your Voter Information Letter to cast your ballot.
Watch the video: How to vote online
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/v6itb56e1952c314w7rr9/How-to-vote-online-Ontario-2026-Intelivote.mp4?rlkey=ofovruzecdcagbn95jx7ia3ee&st=dkvcm1iy&dl=0
Haven’t received your letter?
If your Voter Information Letter has not arrived by October 16, 2026, contact the Township for assistance at 613-279-2935 or elections@centralfrontenac.com.
Need to update your voter information?
If your name, address or other voter information needs to be updated, see the “Are You on the Voters’ List?” section on this page for the form, identification requirements and instructions.
Need help voting?
The Voter Assistance Centre will be at the Township office, 14216 Road 38, Sharbot Lake. Township staff can assist residents who need help with internet or telephone voting.
Internet/Telephone Voting
If you are on the Voters' List, you will receive a Voter Information Letter in the mail (late September or early October). This letter contains the information you need to cast your ballot using internet or telephone voting. Make sure to hold on to the Voting Information Letter in a safe place until Advanced Voting opens Monday, October 19, 2026.
Are You on the Voters’ List?
The 2026 Municipal and School Board Election will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026.
As of August 13, 2026, electors must contact the Township of Central Frontenac to confirm, add or update their information on the Voters’ List.
You may need to update your information if you have:
- Moved to Central Frontenac;
- Changed your address or name;
- Recently turned 18; or
- Become an owner, tenant or spouse of an owner or tenant of property in Central Frontenac.
To check your information, contact the Office:
Email: elections@centralfrontenac.comExternal link
Telephone: 613-279-2935
To add your name to the Voters’ List or correct your information, you will need to:
- Complete an Application to Amend the Voters’ List – Form EL15.
- Provide acceptable identification showing your name and qualifying Central Frontenac address.
- Submit the completed form and identification to the Township for review.
Photo identification is not required. Identification must show your name and qualifying address and must be an original, certified copy or notarized copy. Additional documents may be requested to confirm ownership, tenancy or spousal eligibility.
Links:
- Application to Amend the Voters’ List – Form EL15Download document
- Acceptable IdentificationDownload document(9.3 KB)
Completed applications may be submitted in person at:
Township of Central Frontenac
14216 Road 38
Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0
Or by email to elections@centralfrontenac.comExternal link
Regular office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Election Day hours: Monday, October 26, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Once your information has been confirmed and you are added to the Voters’ List, you will receive a Voter Information Letter containing instructions for telephone and internet voting in October.
Who Can Vote in a Municipal Election?
You must be:
A Canadian citizen
At least 18 years old
A resident of Central Frontenac OR
A property owner or tenant in Central Frontenac OR
The spouse of a property owner or tenant in Central Frontenac
Thinking of Running for Office?
Nominations open May 1 for the 2026 Municipal Election. and Close on Friday August 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM. If you are considering running for Mayor or Councillor or a School Board Member, it is important to understand the eligibility requirements before submitting your nomination.
Under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, a person may be nominated for office if they are:
• At least 18 years of age
• A Canadian citizen
• A resident of the Township of Central Frontenac, or the owner or tenant of land in the municipality (or the spouse of such owner or tenant)
• Not otherwise disqualified from holding municipal office
Additional roles, responsibilities, and governance requirements are established under the Municipal Act, 2001.
Nomination Filing Requirements
Nominations for offices administered by the Township of Central Frontenac must be completed on the prescribed forms and filed with the Clerk at the Township Office, located at 14216 Road 38, Sharbot Lake, Ontario.
A nomination must be signed by the candidate and filed either in person or by an agent. Each nomination must also be accompanied by the prescribed filing fee, as follows:
• $200.00 for the office of Mayor
• $100.00 for all other offices
A nomination is not considered complete unless all required forms and the applicable fee are submitted.
F.A.Q's
When does Advance Voting start?
Advanced voting will start October 19th at 9:00 am and will continue until October 26th at 8:00 pm. Electors will be able to vote anytime including weekends during this time period.
Where will the Voter Assistance Centre be located?
The Voter Assistance Centre will be located at the Township office. It will be open from October 19th to October 23rd from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm and October 26th from 9:00 am until 8:00 pm.
Am I on the Voters List for the upcoming election?
Check, update or add your information to the voters list for the upcoming municipal election by contacting the Township Office, 613279-2935 or elections@centralfrontenac.com
Nomination Package (Required to Run)
The following documents make up the official nomination package and must be completed and submitted in full in order to run for municipal office:
• Form 1 – Nomination Paper
👉 https://forms.mgcs.gov.on.ca/en/dataset/014-5047
• Form 2 – Endorsement of Nomination
👉 https://forms.mgcs.gov.on.ca/en/dataset/014-5049
• Consent to Release Personal Information
👉 consent_to_release_personal_information.doc
Incomplete nomination packages will not be accepted.
Important
This is a general overview only. Candidate eligibility and responsibilities are governed by provincial legislation, and it is the responsibility of each individual to review the applicable Acts and confirm their own eligibility before filing a nomination.
Additional Resources
Candidates are strongly encouraged to review the applicable legislation and guidance materials prior to filing a nomination:
• Municipal Elections Act, 1996
👉 https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/96m32
• Municipal Act, 2001
👉 https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/01m25
• 2026 Candidates’ Guide
👉 2026 candidates’ guide — Ontario municipal council and school board elections | ontario.ca
If you have questions about the 2026 Municipal Election in Central Frontenac, please contact the
Clerk’s Department. We’re happy to help!
