VOTING &
CAMPAIGN INFORMATION
Municipal elections shape the services, infrastructure, and decisions that impact daily life in Kingston. This page provides official voting information, campaign contribution guidance, and important election resources.
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STRATEGIC • RELATIONAL • GROUNDED
VOTE
VANESSA MENSAH
FOR MAYOR OF KINGSTON
OUR CITY IS MORE THAN WHAT WE BUILD.
IT’S WHO WE BUILD IT FOR.
One Kingston. One Future.
Kingston is growing and changing. It deserves leadership that brings people together, honours whats been built, and prepares responsibly for what is next.
VOTING INFORMATION
Your vote. Your city
Election Day is October 26, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Advance voting starts on Friday, October 16, and continues through Saturday, October 17. Online voting begins on Wednesday, October 14, and will be available until October 26.
PLEASE NOTE: You can vote in Kingston’s municipal election if you’re a Canadian citizen, 18 years old, and reside in Kingston. You must also own or rent property here, or have your spouse do so, and be free to vote due to no legal restrictions.
For up-to-date information, please visit the official municipal election website.
2. CONTRIBUTIONS & RESTRICTIONS
Giving rules.
Campaign contributions are governed by Ontario municipal election legislation.
PLEASE NOTE: Contributions may only be made by individuals who reside in Ontario. Contributions from corporations, businesses, and unions are not permitted. Contributions are not tax deductible. The maximum contribution to a candidate is $1,200 per contributor.
Learn about contribution limits, eligible contributors and rules about donating on the City of Kingston Website.
3. TRANSPARENCY
Committed to transparency.
This campaign is committed to transparency, responsible fundraising and compliance with Ontario municipal election regulations.
If you have questions about voting or campaign contributions guidelines, please reach out.
All campaign contributions and expenses will be recorded and reported as required by law.
Financial filings and campaign reporting information will be submitted in accordance with municipal election requirements.
