The next Municipal Election is on Monday, October 26, 2026. The Candidate Registration Period opens on May 1, 2026. Please continue to monitor this page as it will be updated with important candidate information and resources as they become available in the coming months.
Are you on the list?
Visit the Voter Registration online tool to check and update your voter information in advance to ensure you're on the Voters List.
Candidate Information
Raising Funds
Candidates are not permitted to spend or raise funds for their election campaign until their nomination has been filed with the Clerk (filing may be completed between May 1 and August 21 at 2:00 p.m.).
Filing Fees
The refundable filing fee, paid to the Township Clerk at the time of nomination is as follows:
• $200 for the Head of Council (Mayor).
• $100 for Councillor and School Board Trustee.
An election sign permit is only issued to an Official Candidate or Registered Third Party Advertiser.
Applicants will need to complete an election sign permit application form and submit along with the required fee and deposit. More information can be found through this link.
Municipal Elections
Election signs for the 2026 Municipal Elections may be installed as of 12:01 a.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026 and must be removed by 12:01 a.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026 (within 72 hours immediately following the day of the election).
Election signage must comply with the Township of King sign by-law and applicable York Region by-laws.
Please note that both Candidates and Third Party Advertisers ('TPA") are required to identify themselves on campaign advertisements and signs, so that it is clear who is responsible for each sign and advertisement that appears or is broadcast.
Federal & Provincial Elections
Election signs will be permitted in the Township one (1) day following the writ. Signs at Candidate Headquarters will be permitted following the issuance of an Election Sign Permit.
Registered Third Party Election Signs
Any advertising sign that supports or opposes a candidate of a federal, provincial, or municipal election requires a Third Party Election Sign permit.
Once a Third Party is registered with the Clerk's office, the TPA can apply for a Third Party Election Sign permit to promote or oppose any candidate that the electors in the municipality can vote for (local council, school board trustee positions, and regional or county council offices).
Third party advertising must be done independently of candidates, who are not able to direct a third party or register as a third party.
Please consult the Sign By-law for specific requirements for Election Signs and Third Party Election Signs.
Important Forms and Information:
Information will be added as it becomes available.
Regional Municipality of York Election Sign Information
Additional Resources
Hosted in partnership by King Township, the Town of Stouffville and the City of Vaughan, these information sessions, delivered by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), are designed to help prospective candidates understand the nomination process, key deadlines, campaign rules, financial responsibilities, and the role of elected officials. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about legislative requirements and ask questions to ensure they are prepared before filing their nomination.
All information sessions are free and will cover the same content, so attend a session that works best for you:
Virtual session on Thursday, Mar. 26 at 11 a.m.
- The recording of this session will be available to view in the coming days. This session was hosted in partnership with the Town of Stouffville.
In-person session on Wednesday, Apr. 15 at 7 p.m.
- Attend the in-person session taking place at Vaughan City Hall Council Chambers, located at 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan. This session is hosted in partnership with the City of Vaughan.
Interested in running in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election?
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is offering a series of virtual workshops for people thinking about running for municipal officer in the election on October 26, 2026. Focused specifically on underrepresented candidates, these 90-minute workshops provide useful insights and strategies to support getting your name on the ballot. While these workshops do offer a focus on individuals from underrepresented communities, all are welcome.
The upcoming session takes place on April 8 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
2022 King Township Candidate Information Session
The last Municipal Election was held on Monday, October 24, 2022.
King Township hosted an information session for those wanting to register as a candidate.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs guides and resources
2022 Voters' Guide: Find out who is eligible to vote, how to vote and how you can support candidates.
2022 Candidates' Guide: Find out how to run as a candidate.
2022 Third Party Advertisers' Guide: Find out how to register as a third party advertiser and the rules you must follow under the Municipal Elections Act.
Visit the Voter Registration online tool to check and update your voter information in advance to ensure you're on the Voters List.