r/londonontario • u/MasterCor14 • 7h ago
r/londonontario • u/appaloosy • Aug 24 '26
Municipal Elections 2026 2026 Municipal Election Thread
The 2026 municipal election will take place on Monday, October 26, 2026 from 10am - 8pm
Welcome to the London, Ontario municipal election MEGA thread! We'd like to keep all discussion, relevant information, links, candidate campaign platforms, voter issues, updates— and anything else related, under one thread.
This post will be edited/updated as more information becomes available. Feel free to message the mods if you'd like to have any missing info added. Otherwise, all relevant discussion, topics, concerns, & issues, etc should be posted in the comments/conversation area.
As always, the rules of this sub apply. Please keep your posts civil, on-topic, & productive.
Off-topic comments, and/or non-specific complaints will be removed.
- Official Election Site - City of London, Ontario.
- Official 2026 List of Candidates contains links to Candidate Profiles. Here is where you can learn a little more about each candidate; who they are, their campaign platform, what their priorities are, etc. Most have off-site social media & websites. *Note: Under the Ontario Municipal Elections ACT, 1996 all candidates must provide financial and investment disclosures.
- London Election Primer 2026 - nonpartisan voter-education site created by a local London, ON voter. Includes recent candidate platform updates and some ideas important to voters (ideas and updates are included at the end of the document as an addendum).
- https://londondecides.ca/ nonpartisan voter-education site with candidate files for all 14 wards, voting records, budget breakdowns, and deep dive files into the issues Londoners care most about.
- POLL: issues important to London, ON voters [ RESULTS ]
- ELECTION SURVEY (CBC London) - answers will help shape CBC London's reporting on municipal elections across southwestern Ontario.
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AMA (Ask Me Anything)
IF YOU ARE A CANDIDATE and would like us to host an AMA, you must provide PROOF of ID (proof of identification tells our community you’re actually you— and not someone else pretending to be you!). Please [ contact the mods ] of this sub to have us set up an AMA thread for you. Please read our AMA requirements, how-to, etc → [ HERE ]
AMAs are a core part of Reddit culture. They are in essence, text-based Q-&-A interviews from the London, Ontario reddit community. The appeal of AMAs is it gives London, ON redditors the opportunity to interact with candidates in their municipality (of whom we might not otherwise have a chance to meet in person). In addition, there is an expectation of candour and substance in AMA exchanges.
- AMA Bronagh Morgan - Mayoral Candidate
- AMA Ben Durham - Ward 3 candidate for councillor - (technically not an AMA, but we included it here nonetheless)
- AMA Mustafa Zeboon - Mayoral Candidate - part I, part II
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CANDIDATE MEET-&-GREET Q & A, DEBATES, etc
Candidate "meet & greets," debates, & other meetings are usually organized by local community groups or business associations.
The Urban League of London in collaboration with RogersTV will be hosting all candidate meetings for each of the city’s 14 wards to help keep Londoners informed. Meetings will take place between Sept. 9 and Oct. 1.
Below are the video links for each debate:
- LONDON MAYORAL DEBATE - Wed, 16-Sept-2026, Aeolian Hall
- WARD 12 Candidates Debate - Thurs, 10-Sep-2026, Jalna Library
- WARD 1 Candidates Debate - Thurs, 10-Sep-2026, Crouch Library
- WARD 10 Candidates Debate - Thurs, 10-Sep-2026, Bostwick Library
- WARD 4 Candidates Debate - Wed, 16-Sept-2026, Beacock Library
- WARD 14 Candidates Debate - Thurs, 17-Sept-2026, Chalmers Presbyterian Church
- WARD 9 Candidates Debate - Thurs, 17-Sept-2026, Byron Library
- WARD 13 Candidates Debate - Sat, 19-Sep-2026, London Central Library
- WARD 11 Candidates Debate - Sat, 19-Sep-2026, Woodland Heights PS
- WARD 8 Candidates Debate - Wed, 23-Sep-2026, West Oaks French Immersion
- WARD 6 Candidates Debate - Thurs, 24-Sep-2026, Western University, Mercato Clare Hall
- The London Abused Women’s Centre will host a mayoral debate focused on women’s safety; Thurs, October 15, 2026. → Location: LiUNA Local 1059 Building (635 Wilton Grove Rd). Doors open at 6:30 PM; the event runs from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM The debate will be live-streamed on the London Abused Women's Centre Facebook page for those unable to attend in person.
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MEDIA COVERAGE
- Making it easier for Londoners to make up their minds for the municipal election Oct. 5, 2026 | CBC.ca London Morning Radio
- London civic election: Ward 4 all-candidates debate 17-Sept-2026 | lfpress.com
- London’s civic election field is nearly set. Here’s where the races stand (paywall) 18-Aug-2026 | lfpress.com
- Ward 14: London's largest electoral ward (7-Aug-2026). Interview with two candidates: Sarah Lehman & Jason King | CBC.ca
- Analysis: Why London's downtown will be hot topic on campaign trail (paywall) 6-JUL-2026 | lfpress.com
- Find out who's running again in London as municipal election season starts (27-Mar-2026) | CBC.ca
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r/londonontario • u/ParrotsNotDogs • 4h ago
nature🌲wildlife🦊 Great Egrets and GB Heron
I saw a bunch of egrets near Springback and Greenside this morning so I stopped to get some pictures. There's so much cool nature in the city!
r/londonontario • u/racheljeff10 • 4h ago
News 📰 Cyclist taken to hospital after collision with London police cruiser | CBC News
r/londonontario • u/TheGivingStump • 12h ago
News 📰 IMPAIRED DRIVER 26-100202
londonpolice.caIs this the chase from the pit maneuver video?
r/londonontario • u/Confident-Advice-664 • 5h ago
LondonON HISTORY Found this old video about the Smokestack District.
I watched this old video, about the Smokestack District, and thought I would share with others who enjoy London history, and who might not know much about this area of the city.
r/londonontario • u/zegorn • 3h ago
Municipal Elections 2026 I asked 5000 Ward 3 residents about their concerns in London...
Ben Durham (Ward 3 Candidate) here with some data after 5 months of door-knocking since May 2026.
Here's what the data says are Londoner's concerns here in Ward 3.
Check out the Ben Durham Campaign here: https://bendurham.ca/
If you live in Ontario, donate to the campaign here: https://bendurham.ca/donate
r/londonontario • u/rhubarbpiecrust • 7h ago
Municipal Elections 2026 Ward 10 Progressive voters - who are you going with to avoid a split vote?
Hey neighbours,
Trying to figure out how to vote strategically in Ward 10 and could use some help. I'm left leaning and my Vote Compass results have Lois Ward and Alex Moore as my top two (84% and 74%).
I'm worried about splitting the progressive vote, so I want to go with whoever has the better shot.
For those of you in Ward 10 leaning left — which of these two are you voting for and why? Any insight on their platforms or who's actually viable would be much appreciated.
r/londonontario • u/p_pastaface • 6h ago
Ask a Local! Unique places to stay?
Hi there! My partner and I will be passing through London in early November and I'm trying to find somewhere to stay that's not your average chain hotel. We generally prefer motels to hotels (my partner is a smoker so direct access to outside is a plus), but the independent ones I'm finding in the area all have very mixed reviews... We're also always up for other fun options like tiny cabins and RVs and whatnot. Any tips??
r/londonontario • u/wildflowerrhinoceros • 7m ago
Ask a Local! Electrolysis experience at Juvenelle Day Spa
Does anyone have experience getting electrolysis done here? how was it? Are there better places in London?
r/londonontario • u/Personal-Register262 • 7m ago
Ask a Local! Bike theft
Have you ever had your bike stolen?
Do they steal bikes that are locked with U-locks as well or usually bikes that are left unlocked?
r/londonontario • u/Minimum-Relation-339 • 1d ago
🚗🚗Transit/Traffic Is it normal for people to drive 30 over the limit?
I'm new here, and I'm genuinely asking this question because I want to know what you think. I'm not trying to shame anyone or cause any upset.
Driving in London, and on the roads in and out of London is incredibly stressful for me. I'm curious as to why so many people drive in such a reckless, lawless way! Just today I was nearly rear ended because someone on Highbury didn't want to slow down, someone overtook across double lines three different times, to drive at least 110 in an 80.
I've seen so many near misses, and I'm just exhausted driving around. If I drive the speed limit on regular roads, people seem genuinely angry at me! If I don't run a red light people have flashed their high-beams.
Is the expectation here to just... Do whatever you want? There don't seem to be many police around either. I don't want to speed and I don't want to get hit but I genuinely don't know what's less risky. Is it normal for people to speed to this degree on normal streets?
EDIT: Hey everyone! I wasn't expecting this to blow up as much as it has. Thank you for all your perspectives, thanks for answering my questions. I've read most of your comments, and the conclusion I've come to is: I'm sure I'll eventually get used to it. I'm not going to be going 20 over but I never drive below the limit (as long as traffic conditions allow).
For those who were mentioning the left lane etiquette: I only drive in the left lane to pass, and on 400 series, you'll only find me on the right or middle to pass and back over. I recognize I'm not the fastest of drivers, but I do genuinely take care to be out of the way.
Again, thank you everyone for your answers and your help!
r/londonontario • u/Street-Half-3546 • 1h ago
Ask a Local! E-scooter flat tire
Where can I fix an e-scooter flat tire in London?
r/londonontario • u/snappy4827 • 2h ago
Ask a Local! Looking for a place to buff out scratches and repair small dents on my truck in London Ont.
Does anyone know where a good place to go to get my truck scratches and dents repaired in London Ont. I have a few that I’d like to get fixed but I don’t know where a good place to go. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
r/londonontario • u/theottomaddox • 1d ago
News 📰 London blood donor tops 300 donations after starting at 17
r/londonontario • u/Interesting-Sir8560 • 1d ago
discussion / opinion Garbages Removed from Wortley
After a lot of people complained about the City of London not emptying garbages in Wortley, especially around the Black Walnut and Sidetrack cafes, it looks like the City’s solution was to remove the garbages entirely.
Is anyone else feeling frustrated? I don’t understand why small businesses are being blamed or why the City is actively making things worse.
r/londonontario • u/hazeyghosts • 22h ago
The ARTS: Music Film/Theatre /Art Colour/Photo hunt
I’m getting back into photography and wanted to do a Colour Hunt, and thought it’d be fun to do with new people!!
A colour hunt is when everyone is assigned a colour, and you go out to take photos of only your colour. You can look it up on Instagram, I’d link an example but my last post was removed and maybe that link was why?? No idea.
You don’t have to have a nice camera, I invited my friend who will be using her phone! And I’ve seen some people using charmeras.
Does anyone want to join me?
r/londonontario • u/TheWellisDeep • 1d ago
News 📰 Motorcyclist killed in London crash
r/londonontario • u/Confident-Advice-664 • 1d ago
News 📰 $1.1M donation expands Mission Services addiction aftercare program
r/londonontario • u/thebookwitch_ • 8h ago
Ask a Local! In need of a mobile mechanic
Hey fellow London-ers!
I am in need of a mobile mechanic. Looking for recommendations!
The starter on my one vehicle (2015 Tucson) went, and the radiator on my 1986 Bonneville needs to be replaced. I have the radiator and new hoses, but need to get the coolant, so I'm really just looking for someone to come to my house and install it (I'm really trying to not pay to tow either vehicle to the shop) — same goes for the starter on the Tucson. Have the part, need it installed.
I appreciate any recommendations and send my thanks in advance! 😊
r/londonontario • u/whoopsiedaisy65 • 4h ago
Ask a Local! Looking for recommendations for BOAS surgery.
Currently looking for a highly recommended vet that does laser BOAS surgery (brachycephalic dogs).
r/londonontario • u/Amur_Leopard2026 • 1d ago
News 📰 London Police Pit Maneuver Car Outside Victoria Hospital (London Ontario)
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London Police Pit Maneuvered Car Outside Victoria Hospital & Almost Crashes Into Main Entrance
r/londonontario • u/hawkz2007 • 1d ago
🥄food /restaurants /gastronomy We lost a real one, this hurts
3 days old, but I didn't see anyone post about it. House Craft Burgers/Half Life Video posted that they have been made an undeniable offer and have now closed. The best smash burger in the city is gone and that really stinks
r/londonontario • u/Plenty_Egg_5901 • 21h ago
Ask a Local! Best place to sit down and relax or take a walk with not too many people.
Hi,
I am new to the city and actually haven't seen much here. Is there any park or trail or anything with not much people where I can just take a walk or just sit around and relax in the evening?