Residents thinking about running for municipal office in 2026 are being invited to attend a free training session next month designed to explain the rules and responsibilities of local elections.
Area municipalities across Northumberland County are encouraging prospective candidates, as well as those interested in registering as third party advertisers, to take part in the session being offered by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
The event will take place Thursday, May 14th from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and will be available both in person and virtually.
The in-person session will be held in Council Chambers at Northumberland County headquarters, located at 555 Courthouse Road in Cobourg.
Officials say the formal presentation will run for about one hour and will be followed by a 30-minute question and answer period.
Those attending in person will also have the opportunity to meet with representatives from Northumberland County and each member municipality, who will be available to answer questions and provide municipality-specific election details.
The session is intended to give attendees a clear understanding of the nomination process, campaign rules, financial requirements, and the responsibilities involved in running for office or participating as a third party advertiser.
Municipal officials say the goal is to help people feel informed, prepared, and confident as the 2026 municipal election approaches.
The virtual option will be available through Zoom, allowing residents across the county to participate remotely.
The training session is free, and all interested residents are encouraged to attend.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
