As the 2026 municipal and school board elections approach, prospective candidates, third-party advertisers, youth, and community members have several free opportunities to learn about the election process, campaign planning, and leadership development. 

Local opportunities include: 

  • Grey County Information Session for 2026 Election Candidates and Third-Party Advertisers on Wednesday, April 22, 2026  
    Hosted jointly by lower-tier municipalities throughout Grey County, this in-person and virtual session provides an overview of the municipal and school board election process, candidate responsibilities, and third-party advertising requirements. Learn more or register to attend in person or virtually at https://www.grey.ca/government/special-projects/2026-municipal-elections 

Additional free training opportunities available through the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) include: 

Contact 

Margaret Wilton-Seigel  
Clerk 
Municipality of Meaford  
21 Trowbridge Street West, Meaford 
519-538-1060 extension 1100 | clerk@meaford.ca