The Next Municipal Election Will Be Held Monday October 26, 2026.
Municipal Elections
Municipal elections in Ontario are held every four years on the fourth Monday in October and are governed by the Municipal Elections Act. Municipal elections give residents the opportunity to elect local representatives who make decisions that affect daily life in our community, including roads, recreation, land use planning and community safety.
Participating in local elections helps ensure Council reflects the needs and priorities of the entire community.
Council Composition
The Council of the Cramahe Township is composed of the following members, all elected at large:
1 Mayor
1 Deputy Mayor
3 Councillors
Cramahe Township does not have wards. All members of Council represent the Township as a whole.
Considering running in the 2026 Municipal Election?
Northumberland County and its seven member municipalities invite residents to learn more about how to get involved in the upcoming 2026 municipal election.
Whether you are thinking about running for municipal office or registering as a third party advertiser, this free information session will help you understand the process and prepare with confidence.

About the session
This session, delivered by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), will provide a clear and informative overview of:
· Candidate and third party advertiser roles
· Rules and responsibilities under the Municipal Elections Act
· Key requirements, timelines and compliance considerations
The presentation is designed to support prospective participants at all stages of their decision-making process.
What to expect
· Presentation: Approximately 1-hour
· Question and answer period: 30 minutes following the presentation
· Local information: Representatives from Northumberland County and each member municipality will be available to:
o Answer questions
o Provide municipality-specific election details
o Offer guidance on next steps
Who should attend
· Individuals considering running for municipal office
· Those interested in becoming a third party advertiser
Event details
· Free In-person and virtual event
· Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
· Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Meeting information:
In-person
Council Chambers
555 Courthouse Road, Cobourg
Virtual Zoom information
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81955138257?pwd=Fnm7ZRBvae8hi3fZWjdt0Db5B9vwcZ.1
Meeting ID: 819 5513 8257
Passcode: 709556
1-855-703-8985 Canada Toll-free
Key Election Dates
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Apr 28
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May 01
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May 07
Clerks Department
Township of Cramahe Clerks Department
1 Toronto Street, P.O. Box 357
Colborne, ON K0K 1S0
Email: Clerk@cramahe.ca
Phone: 905-355-2821
Coming Soon - Cramahe Votes Hotline
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday 8:30 am to 5:00pm
Friday 8:30am-12:30pm