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2022 Municipal Election News

Orillia candidates weigh in on 'strong mayor' powers

Orillia candidates weigh in on 'strong mayor' powers

Ainsworth, McIsaac wary of new powers, referencing 'a dark side ... if you have a mayor who goes rogue'; Maxwell said he would 'love it' if he became mayor
Record number of people voted during Orillia advance voting days

Record number of people voted during Orillia advance voting days

More than 3,840 citizens cast their ballots during the five advance polls; Election Day is Monday when voting will be open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.
'It's embarrassing': Sparks fly at final Orillia mayoral debate

'It's embarrassing': Sparks fly at final Orillia mayoral debate

'If you are voting for a nightmare, make your choice, make your choice,' said John Maxwell, referring to fellow candidates Mason Ainsworth and Don McIsaac
Candidates sign pledge to avoid 'petty politics' if elected

Candidates sign pledge to avoid 'petty politics' if elected

'For voters it helps them see who is willing to put their money where their mouth is and publicly commit to a positive, community-centred set of values,' said official
City provides voting information for residents

City provides voting information for residents

Free transit bus will be available to shuttle voters to polls; more than 3,000 have voted at advance polls so far, officials say
Shanty Bay man irked by robocall from mayoral candidate

Shanty Bay man irked by robocall from mayoral candidate

McCann defends calls going outside the municipality he's running in; 'Lots of robocalls, lots of marketing, goes outside the city limits,' he says
Council and trustee candidates 'Rock the Vote' at Lakehead

Council and trustee candidates 'Rock the Vote' at Lakehead

Less than half of eligible candidates for school board trustee, mayor, and Ward 3 council positions participated; 'We need everyone's voice heard,' says Don McIsaac
For the first time, voters in Severn Township can vote online

For the first time, voters in Severn Township can vote online

The 'goal is to provide a high-quality, accessible, and simple voting experience that will incentivize more people to vote,' says clerk
Ward 4 candidates weigh in on local issues at candidates forum

Ward 4 candidates weigh in on local issues at candidates forum

All six Ward 4 candidates answered questions on six different topics ranging from city infrastructure, local poverty, and climate change
Online, telephone voting begins today in Ramara Township

Online, telephone voting begins today in Ramara Township

There are also opportunities to vote in person ahead of Election Day on Oct. 24