Candidate Information Sessions - April 29, May 6 and May 7

2026 Candidate Information Sessions

Have you thought about running for municipal Council, but aren't sure what the role really involves?  Before making a decision, get a clear and realistic understanding of what serving as an elected official truly means at upcoming Candidate sessions. 

Who should attend?

  • Residents considering running for Municipal Council
  • First-time or potential election candidates
  • Community members interested in local government
  • Board or committee members thinking about elected office

April 29th - MMAH Candidate & Third-Party Advertiser Session

This free session presented by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) will provide attendees with an overview of the Municipal Elections Act, campaign rules and election finances, third-party advertising rules, key dates and outlines various roles/responsibilities of elected officials and municipal staff.

This session will be provided virtually 

Date & Time: Wednesday, April 29th, 6:30 PM
Registration: orangeville.ca/CandidateSession


May 6th and May 7th - Clerks on Call Sessions

These free public workshop presented by Clerks on Call offers a clear, down-to-earth look at what it means to serve on Council. You’ll learn how municipal government works, what Council members actually do, and what to expect if you decide to run, including time commitments, campaign rules, public expectations, and the realities of being in the public eye.

Want to know more before the session? Consider reviewing the Prospective Municipal Candidate Workbook 

These workshops will be provided in person only. 

Date & Time - Wednesday, May 6th, at 7:00 p.m.
Location:  Monora Park Pavilion, 500 Monora Park Pavilion Road, Mono, LN L9W 0E1

Date & Time - Thursday, May 7th at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex, 200 Fiddle Park Lane, Shelburne, ON L0N 1S0

For more information, please contact

Meghan Townsend, CAO/Clerk
Town of Grand Valley
(519)928-5652 extension 222
mtownsend@townofgrandvalley.ca

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