Municipal Council

The current Council of the Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury, elected on October 24, 2022 for a four-year term, is composed of a mayor and six councillors elected by all citizens, the Town not being divided into wards.

Next Municipal Elections - Important Dates
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Nomination application period opens
May 1, 2026, 8:00 a.m.

Training for candidates
April 22, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Location: St-Isidore Community Hall

End of Nomination period
August 21, 2026, 2:00 p.m.

Advance voting
October 22, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
October 23 and 24, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Robert Hartley Sports Complex

Election day
October 26, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Robert Hartley Sports Complex

Positions to be Filled

Eligible voters will elect several different positions, including:

  • One (1) Mayor
  • Six (6) Councillors
  • School Board Trustees (elected at large) for each of the four (4) school boards

Once elected, Council members serve from November 15, 2026 to November 14, 2030.

Joint Compliance Audit Committee for the 2026 Municipal Elections

Municipalities located within the United Counties of Prescott and Russell are recruiting experienced professionals for appointment to their 2026 Municipal Elections Joint Compliance Audit Committee. The Committee is independent of the municipalities and is required by the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 to consider applications requesting audits of candidates' campaign finances. Committees may be required to appoint auditors and determine if legal proceedings are required as a result of the auditors' reports.

Terms of Reference

The Joint Compliance Audit Committee is jointly established by the City of Clarence-Rockland, the Township of Champlain, the Township of East Hawkesbury, the Town of Hawkesbury, the Nation Municipality, the Township of Russell, the Municipality of Casselman and the Township of Alfred Plantagenet (collectively "the participating municipalities"), in accordance with the requirements of section 88.37 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 , S.O. c.32, as amended (the "Municipal Elections Act")

2026 Municipal Elections Joint Compliance Audit Committee's Terms of Reference.

Applicant Requirements

Applicants with a background in accounting, auditing, law, election administration, and/or public administration are preferred. Applicants should:

  • have an understanding of municipal campaign finance provisions;
  • demonstrate analytical decision-making and excellent communication skills;
  • have experience working with or as a member of government boards, task forces and/or quasi-judicial bodies; and
  • have flexibility to attend meetings during daytime and evening hours. 

Application Process

Applicants cannot be candidates in the 2026 Municipal Election, nor can they have committed to providing professional advice to any person running for office in any municipality located within the United Counties of Prescott and Russell. Applicants also cannot be Members of Council or current employees of any municipality located within the United Counties of Prescott and Russell.

The Committee's term of office is four years, beginning on November 15, 2026. Successful applicants will receive a retainer of $400 and a per diem of $100 (plus mileage).

If interested, applications must be submitted using this form and the deadline to submit your application is July 10, 2026.  

Your completed application can be sent:

By mail: City of Clarence-Rockland, 1560 Laurier Street, Rockland ON K4K 1P7

By email:  elections@clarence-rockland.com   

For more information about the Committee, please contact Monique Ouellet by phone at 613-446-6022 ext. 2300 or by email at mouellet@clarence-rockland.com   

Compliance

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 2001, c. M.25 and will be used to select a candidate.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the City of Clarence-Rockland agrees to recognize the different needs and to provide an accessible place to all. 

Legal Compliance Notice

The Municipal Elections Act (“the Act”) is the legal framework that governs municipal elections in Ontario. The Act outlines election procedures, such as nomination and voting processes, voter rights, and regulates fundraising activities and third-party advertising.