START HERE: Why Run?
Running for council is about shaping everyday decisions: taxes, roads, housing, staffing, and by-laws. Prince Edward County needs candidates with skills, curiosity, and the courage to ask better questions.
Eligibility & Registration
You must be 18, a Canadian citizen, and a resident or property owner. Nomination opens May 1, 2026 and closes August 28, 2026. File in person with the Clerk.
Build Your Platform
Keep it simple:
- three priorities,
- measurable outcomes,
- clear budget logic.
Avoid promises outside municipal authority.
Canvassing 101
Talk to voters early and often.
Ask what matters.
Track responses.
Follow up.
Doors beat signs every time.
Digital Basics
One website page.
One social channel.
Weekly email.
Short videos work best.
Signs & Materials
Use signs strategically.
Don’t overspend.
Prioritize voter contact.
Volunteers
Small teams win elections.
Clear roles.
Short shifts.
Good communication.
Fundraising & Compliance
Track every dollar.
Keep receipts.
File on time.
Pitfalls to Avoid
Online fights.
Vague promises.
Ignoring budgets.
Missing deadlines.
Election Day
Focus on turnout.
Support your voters.
Stay disciplined.
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
- Downloadable candidate checklist
- One-page platform template
- Door-knocking script
- Canvass tracking spreadsheet
- “How council actually works” explainer
2026 Municipal Election – Web Guide
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- Prince Edward County 2026 Municipal Election Candidate Manual A practical, comprehensive guide for first-time and returning candidates (for your mini-site and downloadable manual) This guide is written for Ontario municipal elections under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, and reflects widely posted 2026 key dates and standard Ontario requirements. Final local details (hours, filing logistics, forms package, and any PEC-specific procedures) will be confirmed…Read more
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