Fire Risk Level Increased to High

Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces are permitted, however extreme caution is required for all large open-air burning. Read the full notice here.

Page Category: Government

  • Council Priorities

    Council and staff have developed 16 Council Priority Projects for the 2023-2026 term.

    Ensuring Sustainability

    Investing in Infrastructure

    Strengthening Our Community

    Growing Our Economy

  • Strategic Plans

    Every thriving community begins with a solid plan, and the Municipality relies on an array of plans and reports to guide our operations at every step. Learn more about these key roadmaps for transportation, fire services and more, as well as those that are currently in the works!

  • News & Notices

    Stay up to date with the latest municipal news, service updates, public notices, and community information. Find important announcements and information that matters to residents, businesses, and visitors.

    Notice of Splash Pad Temporary Service Disruption 

    Posted on Tuesday, August 25, 2026

    The splash pad is temporarily closed while we look into a plumbing issue. Staff are working with the splash pad installer and plumber to get repairs completed as soon as

  • 2026 Election

    The 2026 Municipal and School Board Election is coming up in October. Continue to check back on this website as more information becomes available.

    Registered Candidates

    Nominations for the 2026 Municipal & School Board Election have been certified for the offices of Mayor, Councillor and School Board Trustee.

    Official List of Certified Candidates

    2026 Municipal and School Board Election

    Municipal elections in Ontario take place every four years. The current term runs from 2022 to 2026. The Municipality of Meaford will be using Internet and Telephone voting in the 2026 Election. The voting period will be open from 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, October 26.

    To check if you are on the Voters’ List, please call 519-538-1060 ext. 1234 or visit the Municipal Administration Office located at 21 Trowbridge St. W., Meaford.

    During the voting period, Voting Help Centres will be available for anyone to ask questions, register to vote, get voting assistance, and vote independently.

    To vote in a municipal election, you must: 

    • Be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old
    • Be qualified to vote in the municipality by:
      • living in the municipality, or 
      • owning or renting property in the municipality, or 
      • being the spouse of somebody who owns or rents property in the municipality
    • Not be prohibited from voting according to Section 17 of the Municipal Elections Act (MEA). 

    Note: Property must be personally ownedor rented to vote in that municipality. Properties owned by a business or trust do not qualify. 

    University and College Students: 

    • Section 2 (2.1) of the MEA allows post-secondary students to vote in both the municipal election where they are attending school and the municipal election in their “home” municipality, provided they are residing in another municipality to attend a post-secondary institution and intend to return to their “home” municipality at the conclusion of their studies. 

    To run as a candidate in a municipal election, you must: 

    • Be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old. 
    • Be qualified to vote in the municipality by: 
    • living in the municipality, or 
    • owning or renting property in the municipality, or 
    • being the spouse of somebody who owns or rents property in the municipality. 
    • Not be prohibited from holding municipal office according to Section 29 of the MEA. 

    Nominations for the 2026 Municipal & School Board Election for the position of Mayor, Councillor, and School Board Trustee are now closed. Additional nominations for the office of Deputy Mayor are being accepted between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Nominations can be filed in-person at the Municipal Administration Office, located at 21 Trowbridge St. W., Meaford.”