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Nomination Period for Candidates:
- May 1, 2026, to August 18, 2026 (9:00am to 4:00pm, Mon-Fri, excl. holidays); and
- Nomination Day: Friday, August 21, 2026 (9:00am to 2:00pm)
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Advanced Voting: October 19-26,2026
- Election Day: Monday, October 26, 2026
Municipal Election
The next municipal election will be held Monday, October 26, 2026.
The previous municipal election was held on October 24, 2022. Under the Municipal Elections Act, the four-year term of office for the current council and school board trustees began November 15, 2022, and ends on November 14, 2026.
Important Dates for the 2026 Election
Confirm Your Information On The Voters List
Any inquiries regarding voter information should be directed to voterhelp@strathroy-caradoc.ca or by calling 519-245-1105.
However, anyone wishing to be added to the voters list must visit the municipal office in person to complete an Application to Amend Voters List form and present valid photo identification (health cards are not accepted).
The municipal office is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m (excluding holidays).
School Board Support
As a property owner, you are required to support a school system even if you do not have children or your children are not currently attending school. The school board you support dictates for which school board trustees you are eligible to vote.
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is responsible for maintaining information on the school support associated with your property.
- You can find which school system you are supporting on your Property Assessment Notice or through AboutMyProperty, a free, self-service application provided by MPAC.
- To change your school support designation, visit the MPAC website.
- You can also contact MPAC at 1-866-296-6722.
See our Candidates for Municipal Election Page for a list of those who have put their name forward for office.
The Voter Help Centre is open during the advance voting period to assist electors with the telephone/internet voting process as well as other general election inquiries, including revisions.
The Voter Help Centre is located at the municipal office: 52 Frank Street, Lower Level, Strathroy.
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October 19-23, 2026
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9:00am to 6:00pm
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October 24, 2026
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9:00am to 1:00pm
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October 26, 2026 (Election Day)
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9:00am to 8:00pm
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Additionally, election staff will also be present at the following locations and times to assist electors with the telephone/internet voting process:
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Mount Brydges Public Library
22501 Adelaide Road, Mount Brydges |
October 20, 2026
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1:00pm to 4:00pm
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Melbourne Fire Station
21912 Melbourne Road, Melbourne |
October 23, 2026
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1:00pm to 4:00pm |
Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc Council approved the use of internet/telephone voting for 2026.
Joint Middlesex County Candidate Information Session - 2026 Municipal Election
This page was last updated on August 13, 2026.
Previous Election
Previous Election Results
| Election | Voting Method |
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| 2022 Municipal Election Results | Internet & Telephone Voting |
| 2018 Municipal Election Results | Internet & Telephone Voting |
| 2014 Municipal Election Results | Internet & Telephone Voting |
| 2010 Municipal Election Results | Vote-by-Mail |
| 2006 Municipal Election Results | Vote-by-Mail |
| 2003 Municipal Election Results | Traditional / Manual Voting |
| 2000 Municipal Election Results | Traditional / Manual Voting |
2022 Campaign Financial Statements
2022 Financial Statements
It is the responsibility of a candidate to file a complete and accurate financial statement by the filing deadline of Friday, March 31, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. Those candidates who did not file a financial statement by the legislative deadline had the opportunity to file within 30 days of the deadline with a late filing fee of $500.
Those candidates who failed to file a financial statement by the end of the 30-day grace period are ineligible to run or be appointed to fill a vacancy until after the 2026 election.
| Mayor |
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| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) |
| Berdan, Daniel (PDF [630 kb]) |
| Bock, Brad (PDF [72.9 kb]) |
| Grantham, Colin (PDF [586 kb]) |
| Vanderheyden, Joanne (PDF [360 kb]) |
| Deputy Mayor |
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| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) |
| McGuire, Mike (PDF [668 kb]) |
| Richards, Brad (PDF [336 kb]) |
| Councillor - Ward 1 |
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| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) |
| Brennan, John (PDF [363 kb]) |
| Derbyshire, Steven |
| Gallant, Michelle (PDF [76 kb]) |
| Hall, Matt (PDF [335 kb]) |
| Kennes, Frank Henry (PDF [339 kb]) |
| Pammer, Donna (PDF [321 kb]) |
| Pelkman, Steve (PDF [362 kb]) |
| Tobin, Gregory (PDF [382 kb]) |
| Councillor - Ward 2 |
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| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) |
| Berdan, Tena |
| Derbyshire, Brian (Bo) (PDF [329 kb]) |
| Faccenda, Sheri (PDF [75 kb]) |
| Hipple, Sandi (PDF [96 kb]) |
| Viaene, Dale |
| Whelan, Terry (PDF [332 kb]) |
| Willsie, Greg (PDF [418 kb]) |
| Thames Valley District School Board |
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| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) |
| Cocksworth, William (PDF [76 kb]) |
| Morell, Arlene (PDF [347 kb) |
| Sachs, Christian (PDF [74 kb]) |
| London District Catholic School Board |
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| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) |
| Lamb, Josh (PDF [78 kb]) |
| Conseil Scolaire Viamonde (French Language Public) | |
|---|---|
| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) | |
| O'Hara, David (External Link - City of London) | |
| Vandermeer, Joseph (External Link - City of London) |
| Conseil Scolaire Catholique Providence (French Language Catholic) | |
|---|---|
| Name of Candidate (in alphabetical order) | |
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Alary, Alexandre (Filed with City of Woodstock) |
| Third Party Advertisers |
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| Name (in alphabetical order) |
| None. |
