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Make Sure You're Ready to Vote!
The most important thing you can do right now is make sure your voter information is up to date.
Confirm your voter registration status at https://woodstock.voterservices.ca/
Remember: you must be registered by September 15 to receive a Voter Notification Letter.
Power has been restored and the Vansittart Park splash pad is now open.
The walking track and turf at Cowan Park Sportsplex are closed to the public until further notice. Work on the parking lot is also scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 31. Please read the news post for more information about parking and accessibility.
Nomination Period and Candidate Certification Update
The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election has now closed for the offices of:
Please visit the City of Sarnia for information on nominations for the Conseil scolaire Viamonde (French Public Trustee) position.
A final list of certified candidates has been published on the List of Candidates page.
For those considering running for office, there are several associations and organizations that develop helpful resources. Many of these resources are still being updated for the 2026 election.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Guides
Federation of Canadian Municipalities - Municipal Elections in Canada: A Guide for Women Candidates
Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO)
AMO Municipal Election information, guides, and resources
When You Believe, They Believe
We All Win - Diversity on Council
Healthy Democracy Project: Ready, Set, Run!
Candidate Workshops - AMO offers a number of online workshops for candidates and potential candidates
Relevant Policies and Legislation
GA028 - Rules for the Use of Municipal Resources During the Election Period
EL Policy 01 - Election Signs and Other Election Advertising
Contact Us
City of Woodstock
P.O. Box 1539, 500 Dundas Street
Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Phone: 519-539-1291
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