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Brockton Votes logoThe Municipality of Brockton is conducting Municipal and School Board Elections in October. The 2022 Election will occur by internet and telephone vote. The voting period will be open from Monday, October 17, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. until Monday, October 24, 2022 (Voting Day) at 8:00 p.m.

Brockton Voters will elect for the following offices: (1) Mayor, (1) Deputy Mayor, (5) Councillors, and School Board Trustees. Nominations for these positions open May 2, 2022. View the Notice of Nominations advertisement for additional information on applying to be an elected official in the 2022 Municipal Election. The new Council will be sworn in on November 15, 2022. 

View the Unofficial List of Candidates who have filed nomination papers for the 2022 Municipal and School Board Election.

Stay tuned for more information about the 2022 Election! 

Who can be a candidate? / Candidate Information
  • A resident of the municipality or a non-resident owner or tenant of land in the municipality or the spouse of such non-resident owner or tenant;
  • A Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old;
  • Not legally prohibited from voting; and not disqualified by any legislation from holding municipal office.
  • You will need 25 original signatures on your nomination form and must pay a fee of $100 ($200 for Mayor).

In municipal elections, candidates are not elected to represent a political party such as Federal or Provincial elections.

Each Candidate must file Form 1 - the Nomination Form and Form 2 - the Endorsement of Nomination Form. 

View the Notice of Nominations advertisement for additional information on applying to be an elected official in the Municipality of Brockton's 2022 Municipal Election. 

View the Unofficial List of Candidates who have filed nomination papers for the 2022 Municipal and School Board Election.

Candidate Information Guides

  • Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 2022 Candidate Guide
  • Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario Candidates' Guide to Accessible Elections 
  • The Association of Ontario Municipalities have issued a 2022 Lead Where You Live Guide on running for municipal council available for purchase on their website for $55.00 

Election Information Session

Are you interested in running as a candidate in the 2022 Municipal or School Board Election? Join Bruce County Municipalities at a free information session virtually provided by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Find out everything you need to know about running for municipal office.

Thursday, June 23, 2022 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Bruce County Administration Building (30 Park Street, Walkerton) or Attend Virtually via Microsoft Teams: Join on Your Computer or Call In +1 647-317-9023,,753146573# Canada, Toronto or (844) 656-6549,,753146573# Canada (Toll-free) Phone Conference ID: 753 146 573#

Information will be provided on a number of topics including:

  • roles and responsibilities of elected officials
  • staff and third party advertisers
  • eligibility rules
  • nomination process
  • campaign finances
  • compliance audit
  • voters’ list and voting proxy
  • scrutineers
  • recounts
  • and more resources

Contact the County of Bruce to register to attend the Information Session. Call 519-881-1291 or Email the  County of Bruce's Deputy Clerk. View the Election Information Session poster.

 

Acceptable List of Identification

O. Reg. 304/13: Voter Identification lists the acceptable forms of voter identification under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.

You must present one of the following documents showing your name and address:

  • An Ontario driver’s licence.
  • An Ontario Health Card (photo card).
  • An Ontario Photo Card.
  • An Ontario motor vehicle permit (vehicle portion).
  • A cancelled personalized cheque.
  • A mortgage statement, lease or rental agreement relating to property in Ontario.
  • An insurance policy or insurance statement.
  • A loan agreement or other financial agreement with a financial institution.
  • A document issued or certified by a court in Ontario.
  • Any other document from the government of Canada, Ontario or a municipality in Ontario or from an agency of such a government.
  • Any document from a Band Council in Ontario established under the Indian Act (Canada).
  • An income tax assessment notice.
  • A Child Tax Benefit Statement.
  • A Statement of Employment Insurance Benefits Paid T4E.
  • A Statement of Old Age Security T4A (OAS).
  • A Statement of Canada Pension Plan Benefits T4A (P).
  • A Canada Pension Plan Statement of Contributions.
  • A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Works.
  • A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Disability Support Program.
  • A Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Statement of Benefits T5007.
  • A property tax assessment.
  • A credit card statement, bank account statement, or RRSP, RRIF, RHOSP or T5 statement.
  • A CNIB Card or a card from another registered charitable organization that provides services to persons with disabilities.
  • A hospital card or record.
  • A document showing campus residence, issued by the office or officials responsible for student residence at a post-secondary institution.
  • A document showing residence at a long-term care home under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007, issued by the Administrator for the home.
  • A utility bill for hydro, water, gas, telephone or cable TV or a bill from a public utilities commission.
  • A cheque stub, T4 statement or pay receipt issued by an employer.
  • A transcript or report card from a post-secondary school.

Who can vote in Municipal Elections? / Voter Information

Anyone can vote in a municipal election who, on the day of the election, is:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • a Canadian citizen; and
  • either a resident of the municipality or a property owner or tenant or the spouse or same sex partner of an owner or tenant in the municipality during a specified time just before the election. 

Your name must be on the Voters’ List in order for you to cast a ballot.

If you are not on the Voters’ List, or if your information is incorrect you may apply to have your name added or your information corrected.

This may be done until the close of voting on voting day in a regular election or by-election. You may have your name added to the Voters’ List at the voting place.

Visit Voterlookup.ca, a website owned by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) responsible for identifying eligible electors, to confirm that you are on the Preliminary List of Electors.

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View the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 2022 Voters' Guide for additional information.

 

Acceptable List of Identification

O. Reg. 304/13: Voter Identification lists the acceptable forms of voter identification under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.

You must present one of the following documents showing your name and address:

  • An Ontario driver’s licence.
  • An Ontario Health Card (photo card).
  • An Ontario Photo Card.
  • An Ontario motor vehicle permit (vehicle portion).
  • A cancelled personalized cheque.
  • A mortgage statement, lease or rental agreement relating to property in Ontario.
  • An insurance policy or insurance statement.
  • A loan agreement or other financial agreement with a financial institution.
  • A document issued or certified by a court in Ontario.
  • Any other document from the government of Canada, Ontario or a municipality in Ontario or from an agency of such a government.
  • Any document from a Band Council in Ontario established under the Indian Act (Canada).
  • An income tax assessment notice.
  • A Child Tax Benefit Statement.
  • A Statement of Employment Insurance Benefits Paid T4E.
  • A Statement of Old Age Security T4A (OAS).
  • A Statement of Canada Pension Plan Benefits T4A (P).
  • A Canada Pension Plan Statement of Contributions.
  • A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Works.
  • A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Disability Support Program.
  • A Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Statement of Benefits T5007.
  • A property tax assessment.
  • A credit card statement, bank account statement, or RRSP, RRIF, RHOSP or T5 statement.
  • A CNIB Card or a card from another registered charitable organization that provides services to persons with disabilities.
  • A hospital card or record.
  • A document showing campus residence, issued by the office or officials responsible for student residence at a post-secondary institution.
  • A document showing residence at a long-term care home under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007, issued by the Administrator for the home.
  • A utility bill for hydro, water, gas, telephone or cable TV or a bill from a public utilities commission.
  • A cheque stub, T4 statement or pay receipt issued by an employer.
  • A transcript or report card from a post-secondary school.

 

2022 Election Important Dates:

  • Nomination and Registration Begins – May 2, 2022
    Candidates can file their nomination papers with the Clerk during regular office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
  • Election Information Session (for Candidates) - June 23, 2022
    Join Bruce County Municipalities at a free information session on June 23, 2022 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Bruce County Administration Building (30 Park Street, Walkerton) or on Microsoft Teams. The Information Session will be virtually provided by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Find out everything you need to know about running for municipal office. Microsoft Teams Links: Join on Your Computer or Call In +1 647-317-9023,,753146573# Canada, Toronto or (844) 656-6549,,753146573# Canada (Toll-free) Phone Conference ID: 753 146 573#
  • Nomination Day – August 19, 2022
    On Nomination Day, nominations may only be filed between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. If a person is present at the Clerk’s office on Nomination Day at 2:00 p.m. and has not yet filed the nomination, they may file the nomination as soon as possible after 2:00 p.m. A candidate that wished to withdraw their nomination must notify the Clerk in writing before 2:00 p.m.
  • Voting Period - October 17 to 24, 2022
    Electors can vote anytime from 10:00 a.m. on October 17th until 8:00 p.m. on October 24th using internet or telephone voting, or by visiting the Municipal Office.
  • Election Day - October 24, 2022
    Electors are encouraged to vote anytime during the voting period, or can vote on Election Day until 8:00 p.m. On Election Day, voting places will be set up at the Municipal Office, Cargill Community Centre and Elmwood Community Centre. Electors can also still vote by internet or telephone.
  • Inaugural Council Meeting - November 15, 2022
    The new Council will be sworn in at an Inaugural Council Meeting to begin their four-year term.

Policies and Procedures

View the Municipality of Brockton Election Procedure Manual 2022 Municipal Election.

View the Municipality of Brockton 2022 Policies and Procedures Governing the Provision of Election Information and Services to Persons with Disabilities.

Subscribe to receive News and Updates as it becomes available, and visit our Election Calendar to stay informed about election events.

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Fiona Hamilton
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Municipality of Brockton, Box 68, 100 Scott Street, Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0 Canada
Phone: 519-881-2223 Ext. 124
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Municipality of Brockton, Box 68, 100 Scott Street, Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0 Canada
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