Mike Layton, son of late federal NDP leader, seeks return to Toronto city council

The candidate nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Elections has closed. The nomination period began on Friday, May 1, and ended today at 2 pm. 181 candidates were certified, with 10 candidates being elected by acclamation. Candidate nomination certification The City Clerk has certified all candidates in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 (the MEA). The MEA requires the City Clerk to examine each nomination that has been filed to ensure it meets the requirements of the MEA and, if satisfied, certify the nomination. All certified candidates will appear on the...