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Thinking About Running for Municipal Office?
Running for municipal office is an important way to serve your community and help shape local decisions. This page provides an overview of what potential candidates need to know before running in the 2026 LaSalle Municipal Election, including eligibility requirements, nomination rules, campaign responsibilities, and key timelines. It is designed to help you decide if running is right for you and to prepare you for the process ahead.
Access the 2026 Candidates' Guide from the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
The Town of LaSalle will begin accepting nominations on Friday, May 1, 2026 for the following offices:
Office of Council
School Board Trustees
Inquiries for the above three school boards can be directed to the Town of LaSalle, Council Services, 5950 Malden Road, 519-969-7770 ext. 1263 or Email the Elections Office.
Inquiries for the above school board can be directed to the City of Windsor, Office of the City Clerk, Suite 530 - 350 City Hall Square West, 519-255-6100 ext. 6285 or clerkselections@citywindsor.ca.
Candidate Forms
In order to run for a municipal council or school board in Ontario, candidates must file a completed nomination form with their municipal clerk, pay the related fee, and obtain endorsement signatures.
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Resources
AMO works to make municipal governments stronger and more effective. Through AMO, Ontario’s 444 municipalities work together to achieve shared goals and meet common challenges. Below are election resources from the association to support your run for municipal office.
AMO Election Resources Lead Where You Live, A guide to running for municipal election
Candidate Frequently Asked Questions
The filing period for the 2026 Municipal Election nominations opens on May 1, 2026 at 8:30 am and closes on August 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm.
Nominations must be filed in person at the Lasalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Road. Electronic submissions will not be accepted.
Appointments for nominations are preferred but not required. To schedule an appointment, Email the Elections Office or call 519-969-7770 ext. 1263
Appointments will last between 20 to 30 minutes.
Yes. The fee to file a nomination is $100 for the Office of Councillor and Deputy Mayor. The fee to file a nomination for the Office of Mayor is $200. This fee must be paid to the Clerk at the time you submit your nomination form. Your nomination fee will be refunded if you file your campaign financial statement by the deadline of March 30, 2027.
Do I need to provide identification?
Yes. In order to submit your nomination, you must provide two pieces of identification. One must show that you are a Canadian citizen and one must identify your qualifying address. All identification must be valid (not expired) and original.
Proof of Canadian Citizenship:
Proof of Qualifying Address:
The ability for candidates to withdraw their nominations ends on August 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM. A candidate may withdraw their nomination by filing a written withdrawal to the Clerk's Office.
To obtain the Withdrawal of Nomination form Email the Elections Office or phone 519-969-7770 ext. 1263
When can candidates start campaigning?
Once candidates have filed their nomination papers with the Clerk's Office, they are able to begin raising and spending money on their campaign.
When can candidates begin to put up lawn signs?
Candidates can put up their campaign signs starting September 11, 2026. All lawn signs must adhere to the regulations as contained in Town of LaSalle Sign By-law 6407.
Complaints about lawn signs should be submitted by email to the Elections Office or can be reported by calling 519-969-7770 ext. 1263 during regular business hours.
When do candidates need to remove their lawn signs?
Candidates must remove their signs by 11:59 pm on October 29, 2026.
Are candidates or people representing candidates allowed to canvass in apartment buildings/condos?
Yes. Candidates, or their representatives, are permitted to canvas door-to-door in apartments and condos between 9:00 am and 9:00 pm.
No, according to section 88.20 (8) of the Municipal Elections Act, the cost of parties and gifts of appreciation after the close of voting do not count towards your regular expense limit for the election. However, these costs are subject to a separate expense limit established in section 88.20 (9) of the MEA.
Contact Us
Town of LaSalle
5950 Malden Road
LaSalle, ON N9H 1S4
T. 519-969-7770
F. 519-969-4469
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Running for municipal office is an important way to serve your community and help shape local decision making. The Town of LaSalle will accept nominations for the 2026 LaSalle Municipal Election beginning on Friday, May 1.
Take a look at this week's message from Mayor Crystal Meloche.
