Election

NEW for 2026: Three (3) ways to vote in the Municipal Council and School Board Election.

You can vote online or by phone starting on Tuesday October 13 at 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, October 26. Paper ballot voting will be available on Monday, October 26 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Township Office.

Voter Information Letters (VILs) for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election have been mailed and are making their way to voters. 

Voter Help Centres will also be open throughout the election period. 

With the 2026 Municipal Council and School Board Election quickly approaching, the Township is sharing resources to help voters cast their ballots during the voting period. 

Please see the link in this article for a video tutorial outlining how to use the Internet Voting Platform. 

The Township of Douro-Dummer has posted its official 2026 Notice of Election Information, including the candidates for Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Members of Council and School Board Trustee positions. The notice also outlines voter eligibility and Voter Help Desk hours.

Peterborough County is currently seeking qualified individuals to serve as members of the Compliance Audit Committee for participating lower-tier municipalities in the 2026 Municipal Election.

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply before the July 24, 2026, deadline.

Are you interested in running for Township Council in the 2026 Municipal Election?

Take advantage of the free Candidate and Third Party Advertiser Training offered by Peterborough County Townships and the City of Peterborough. 

The Township of Douro-Dummer has collaborated with local Townships and the City of Peterborough to offer two information sessions for 2026 Municipal Election Candidates.

Are you a diverse candidate interested in running for Council in the 2026 Municipal Election?

The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is offering a series of workshops for people thinking about running for municipal office in the October 2026 elections.