Hamilton election results are being awaited after polls closed across the city at 8 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026.
The City of Hamilton said unofficial results for the mayor, city councillors and school board trustees would be posted online as they become available.
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Hamilton election results remain unofficial
The city’s election results portal is the official location for the initial count, but the figures released election night are not final results.
Hamilton voters cast ballots for one mayor, one councillor in each ward and trustees representing the city’s public, Catholic, French-language public and French-language Catholic school systems.
The mayoral race includes incumbent Andrea Horwath, who was first elected in 2022, along with Keanin Loomis and other candidates.
Because the vote count is released as polling locations report their totals, races may not all update at the same time.
What voters should know tonight
The City of Hamilton conducted voting from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on October 26, with advance voting and ballot-on-demand opportunities held earlier in October.
Residents checking the results should look for the number of polls reported, ballots counted and the margin separating candidates in each race.
A candidate shown in front during the unofficial count should not be described as officially elected until the municipal clerk declares the result.
The city has advised voters to follow its live results page for the latest updates as the count progresses.
When the new term begins
The term of office for Hamilton’s newly elected mayor, councillors and school board trustees is scheduled to begin on November 15, 2026.
The election will determine the council that sets municipal priorities for the next four-year term, including decisions involving housing, transit, roads, public safety, infrastructure and property taxes.
Additional details, including final vote totals and poll-by-poll information, may be added after the initial unofficial count.
How to follow the count
- Check the City of Hamilton’s election page for official updates.
- Use the city’s live results portal to review mayoral and ward races.
- Wait for the clerk’s certification before treating a result as final.
This article will be updated when verified Hamilton results become available.
Frequently Asked Questions
When were Hamilton polls open for the 2026 municipal election?
Polls were open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026.
Where can I find Hamilton election results?
The City of Hamilton’s election page directs voters to its live results portal at elections2026.hamilton.ca.
Are Hamilton election results official on election night?
No. Results released during the count are unofficial until the municipal clerk declares the winners.
Which positions were decided in Hamilton’s municipal election?
Voters chose the mayor, city councillors and school board trustees.
When does the new Hamilton council term begin?
The new term of office is scheduled to begin on November 15, 2026.
Fact-Checked: Key election dates, offices and result procedures were checked against the City of Hamilton’s official municipal election information and results portal.
Disclaimer: Vote totals may change while additional polling locations report and until the municipal clerk certifies the results.