City of Pickering Official Municipal Election Results

Pickering, ON, October 28, 2026 – Pickering’s official Municipal Election results are now available online at pickering.ca/election.

The new term of Council will begin on November 15, 2026.

Summary of Official Election Results

• Eligible Voters – 91,259
• Ballots Cast – 35,976
• Voter Turnout – 39.42%

Mayor – Kevin Ashe 13,038 votes (36.5%)

City Councillor Ward 1 – James Blair 6,177 votes (39.8%)
City Councillor Ward 2 – Mara Nagy 3,782 votes (31.4%)
City Councillor Ward 3 – Shaheen Butt 4,874 votes (64.4%)

Regional Councillor Ward 1 – Maurice Brenner - Acclaimed
Regional Councillor Ward 2 – Linda Cook 5,959 votes (50.2%)
Regional Councillor Ward 3 – David Pickles 4,839 votes (63.2%)

Summary of Voting Period and Methods

• Internet Voting (October 19th at 10 am to October 26th at 8 pm)
• Paper Ballot Voting (October 26th only, from 10 am to 8 pm)

Electors were able to vote online during the entire voting period, using a phone, tablet, or computer with internet access. Election staff were available at the City of Pickering’s Voter Assistance Centres to assist electors with the internet voting process and voting credentials.

Visit pickering.ca/election to learn more about the 2026 Municipal Election.

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As the gateway to the east GTA, Pickering — with a population of just over 118,000 — is strategically located where Toronto, York, and Durham Regions meet. An award-winning municipality, Pickering is slated for significant economic and residential growth, offering an unparalleled quality of life for those who live, work, and play here. Its dynamic City Centre has been designated by the Province of Ontario as both an Urban Growth Centre and a Mobility Hub, and continues to evolve as a preferred destination for creative learning, memorable events, and unique experiences at the heart of a vibrant, connected, and engaged community.