Key Dates

Monday, May 2

  • First day to file a nomination for the offices of Mayor, Deputy Mayor/Region Councillor, Ward Councillor and School Board Trustee 
    • New for 2022: Online option available for filing a candidate nomination. (More details to follow in the coming weeks)
    • once the nomination form is filed with the Town Clerk, the candidate can start raising and spending money on their campaign
    • preliminary spending limit provided to candidates
    • preliminary contribution limit provided to candidates running for Mayor, Deputy Mayor/York Region Councillor and Ward Councillor (does not apply to School Board Trustee candidates).

Tuesday, June 21 at 7 p.m.

  • Town of Newmarket Candidate Information Session. Learn about becoming and running as a candidate in this election. Details available here

Friday, August 19 at 2 p.m.

  • Deadline for candidates to:
    • file a nomination
    • withdraw a nomination
    • change office

Monday, August 22

  • Last day for the Town Clerk to certify candidate nomination papers

Thursday, September 1

  • Voters’ List available to candidates

Friday, September 23

  • Final spending limits provided to candidates and registered third party advertisers
  • Final self-contribution limit provided to candidates running for Mayor, Deputy Mayor/York Region Councillor and Ward Councillor (does not apply to School Board Trustee candidates)

Monday, September 26

  • First day that election signs may be posted. 10 a.m. start time

Friday, October 21

  • Last day to register as a third party advertiser

Saturday, October 15 - Monday, October 24

  • 10-Day Voting Period
  • October 24th, (Election Day) Voting closes at 8 p.m. 

Thursday, October 27

  • Election signs must be removed from public and private property no later than 8 p.m.  

Tuesday, November 15

  • 2022-2026 Term of Office commences.
  • Inaugural Council meeting at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Offices.
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