Candidates

Do you want to run for Municipal Council?

On this website you will find everything you need to know about candidacy, from filing your nomination papers and meeting eligibility criteria to navigating the campaign finance rules and deadlines.

Qualified persons wishing to serve on Municipal Council or a School Board may file a Nomination Form with the Clerk from Friday, May 1, 2026, until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026. Information packages will be available on the Bracebridge Votes website and at the Municipal Office upon request.

Information Session for Candidates

Candidates wishing to run for Election are invited to attend a Candidate Information Session which will be held in the District of Muskoka Council Chambers, located at 70 Pine Street, Bracebridge, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., to learn more about being on Council.

Please explore this website for more information on becoming a Municipal Council Candidate or School Board Trustee, including the process to become a candidate, eligibility, and other information.