​​​​​​​​​​​​If a person wishes to become a candidate in a City of Brampton municipal election, they must file nomination forms with the City Clerk. The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Election begins on May 1, and ends on August 21, at 2 pm.

Offices to be ​E​​lected

​The following offices will be elected in the 2026 Municipal Election:

May​or:​​

• one to be elected by all voters of the municipality​

Regional Coun​c​​illors:

• one to be elected for Wards 1 and 5
• one to be elected for Wards 2 and 6
• one to be elected for Wards 3 and 4
• one to be elected for Wards 7 and 8
• one to be elected for Wards 9 and 10

​City Coun​cillors:​

• one to be elected for Wards 1 and 5
• one to be elected for Wards 2 and 6
• one to be elected for Wards 3 and 4
• one to be elected for Wards 7 and 8
• one to be elected for Wards 9 and 10

School B​oard​ Trustees:​

​Peel District School Board (​​English Public)

Are you Qualified?

It is the potential candidate's responsibility to ensure they are qualified to run for an office in the 2026 Municipal Election. View the Who Can be a Candidate?​ webpage for more information on candidate qualifications.

Know the Legislation​​

P​lease find detailed information related to municipal election legislation by visiting:

• Ontario Municipal Act, 2001​
• Ontario Municipal Elections Act, 1996
• Ontario Education Act, 1990​​​ and​
• City of Brampton Election ​Signs By-law 117-2025

Nomination Package​

Candidates are required to file their nomination forms and supporting documents at the City Clerk's Office during the Nomination Period. Review the nomination forms and filing requirements​. 

New Candidates​

The Association of Municipalities in Ontario (AMO) provides a guide for Candidates considering running for council. The guide includes key steps for running for office, expert advice, a feel for life on municipal council, and links to important resources. The guide is now available on AMO's website​.