May 11, 2026 is Election Day

About Municipal Elections

  • See this ElectionsNB page.

  • ElectionsNB has created this search tool to help you identify the local government you are located in.

  • ElectionsNB explains how to vote by mail here.

  • ElectionsNB explains how to get on the voters list on this page.

  • ElectionsNB provides accessibility tools here and explains how to vote in treatment centres here.

  • ElectionsNB provides information and resources for prospective candidates here, including candidate nominations kits.

    To find out if you or someone else is eligible to be a candidate, see this page.

    For information about advertising and campaign rules, see this page.

    To read an FAQ that answers the questions below, see this page:

    • How do I become a candidate?

    • I want a copy of the List of Electors.

    • I work for the federal government, can I be a candidate?

    • I work for the provincial government, can I be a candidate?

    • What area will I represent as a candidate?

    • Can a candidate running in local government or district education council elections accept a donation?

    • How much may I spend on campaign advertising?

    • Is election advertising permitted on election day?

    • What are the advertising restrictions on election campaigns?

    • Is there a fee that needs to be paid in order to run as a candidate?

    • What are the rules regarding signs?

    • When are we able to start campaigning/advertising for the candidates?

    • When is the opening for nomination day?

    • Who are the candidates in the election and how can I get in touch with them?

    • Can I work for the election if I am a relative of a candidate?

    • Is it legal for the local candidate to offer rides to the polling station?

    • When is the closing date for nominations?

    • I have a complaint about candidate signs.

    • Who is, or is not, allowed to be at the polls on polling day?

  • You can apply online to work for your local government election. Rates of pay are defined here.

    You can take election officer training here.

  • The Government of New Brunswick, through ElectionsNB, provides a wide range of information and resources about local elections and other elections on this page, including brochures and videos. 

  • You can access the Municipal Elections Act here.

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List of Candidates 

See here for the full list of candidates running for Mayor and eight council seats.