City of Peterborough Online Parking Ticket Payment Portal Temporarily Unavailable
/Online payments for parking tickets are temporarily unavailable from Friday at 5 p.m. until Monday at approximately 8:30 a.m.
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Low-Income Senior/Persons With Disabilities Property Tax Assistance Program Applications Available
/Applications for the City of Peterborough’s Low-Income Senior and Low-Income Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Assistance Program are available.
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Qualifying applicants will receive a $424 tax credit on their tax accounts which will be applied to the February 2027 interim tax bill. Applicants who previously received more than a $424 credit will receive their pre-existing credit amount.
Applicants can apply under one of the following qualifications:
Low-income senior aged 65 years or older
Low-income Senior aged 55-64 years of age
Low-income Disabled Person receiving benefits under the ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program)
Applications are available on the City’s website or at Service Peterborough. Residents who received tax credits in 2026 will automatically receive a 2027 Property Tax Assistance application in the mail.
The deadline for submitting this application is Feb. 5.
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Bulk Water Fill Station Temporarily Out of Service On Wednesday Morning
/The 280 Milroy Dr. Bulk Water Fill Station is temporarily out of service on Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., announced by the City of Peterborough on Tuesday.
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The station is unavailable to all customers during this period for required maintenance.
The City has not announced additional service interruptions.
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Here’s Who Was Elected to Peterborough City Council in the 2026 Municipal Election
/By Scott Arnold
Peterborough voters have chosen their representatives for the next term of City Council, with two councillors elected in each of the city’s five wards. Here are the unofficial results from Monday’s municipal election.
peterborough city council will feature five new faces and five returning councillors after the votes were tallied following the municipal election on Monday night (photo by scott arnold)
The results are in for Peterborough’s 2026 municipal election, with voters choosing 10 city councillors to join newly elected Mayor Michael Eamon at City Hall, including five new councillors.
According to unofficial results released by the City of Peterborough, 30,044 ballots were cast out of 74,603 registered electors, representing a voter turnout of 40.27 per cent.
Here’s a look at the results in each ward, including every candidate and the number of votes they received.
Ward 1 – Otonabee
Lesley Parnell – 2,677 votes (Re-Elected)
Chris Potter – 2,318 votes (Newly Elected)
Kevin Duguay – 2,294 votes
Lucas Graham – 1,580 votes
Joe Laton-Trickett – 260 votes
Ward 2 – Monaghan
Matt Crowley – 5,301 votes (Re-Elected)
AJ Shearer – 2,241 votes (Newly Elected)
Ashley Flynn – 1,935 votes
Rose Kitney – 1,197 votes
Jen Lacey – 1,061 votes
Aris Metaxakis – 337 votes
Ward 3 – Town
Alex Bierk – 3,261 votes (Re-Elected)
Joy Lachica – 3,086 votes (Re-Elected)
Jenni Cathcart – 2,296 votes
Nigel Lister – 657 votes
Jessica Kuhlmorgen-Hille – 468 votes
Ward 4 – Ashburnham
Ashley Bonner – 3,536 votes (Newly Elected)
Jason Stabler – 3,107 votes (Newly Elected)
Gary Baldwin – 2,570 votes
Andrew MacGregor – 1,191 votes
Ward 5 – Northcrest
Andrew Beamer – 3,765 votes (Re-Elected)
Charmaine Magumbe – 2,371 votes (Newly Elected)
Jim Wasson – 1,536 votes
Gavin Muir – 1,528 votes
Debbie Halstead – 1,026 votes
Phil Jolicoeur – 843 votes
Paul Lawton – 640 votes
Dennis Nephin – 52 votes
School Board Trustee Results
Voters also selected school board trustees as part of the municipal election. Here are the unofficial results for the boards included in the City of Peterborough’s election results.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
Shawna Blackwood – 12,283 votes
Julie Chatten – 11,925 votes
Jack Henry – 10,984 votes
Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board
Loretta Durst – 1,826 votes
Braden Leal – 1,309 votes
Alex Delorey – 1,272 votes
Christine Haffie – 929 votes
Jacquelyn Roffey – 823 votes
Conseil scolaire Viamonde
Erik Lapointe – Acclaimed
Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
Marcellin Kwilu Mondo – Acclaimed
The results remain unofficial until declared official by the City Clerk.
The new Peterborough City Council will be inaugurated on Thursday, November 19th. Council’s next General Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 30th.
Scott Arnold is a Journalist and Content Creator at PTBOCanada Media Inc
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Michael Eamon Elected Peterborough’s New Mayor, Promises ‘A Better Peterborough Begins Now’
/By Scott Arnold
After six months of campaigning, Michael Eamon will become Peterborough’s next mayor, promising to bring change to City Hall, restore civility and accountability, strengthen relationships with the county and turn his plans for the city into action.
Michael eamon hugs his wife jennine moments after it was announced he was elected mayor for the city of peterborough (photo by Scott Arnold).
Michael Eamon will be Peterborough’s next mayor after winning Monday’s municipal election with 10,867 votes, finishing ahead of Neil Morton, who received 7,372 votes, in unofficial results released by the City of Peterborough.
Eamon’s victory brings a new mayor to City Hall after a six-month campaign built around the need for change, better cooperation and a renewed focus on the people and organizations working to make Peterborough a better place to live.
Michael eamon humbly waves to the crowd of supporters at market hall on monday night as he took to the stage for his speech (photo by scott arnold)
Speaking to supporters after the results came in, Eamon made it clear that he sees the election as more than a personal victory.
“In my mind, this has not been, never been, a campaign of one, but a movement of many, coming together for a better Peterborough,” he said.
Eamon also paid tribute to the six other mayoral candidates, acknowledging the personal sacrifices that come with running for office and thanking them for putting forward their ideas for the community.
He specifically recognized Keith Riel for his 16 years of service to the City of Peterborough.
But with the campaign over, Eamon said the focus now has to shift to getting things done.
“It is now time to transform plans into action, goodwill into good governance, to bring back civility to Council, accountability to City operations and, in doing so, prosperity to all of us,” he said.
During his speech, michael eamon was quick to centre out his campaign team and family for helping him get to this point (photo by scott arnold)
A Promise To Bring Change To City Hall
Eamon has spent more than 30 years working in government in various roles, but becoming mayor represents a new chapter in that career.
Asked how it felt to win, he described the experience as “almost like an out-of-body experience,” while emphasizing the responsibility that comes with the result.
“It was also wonderful and such a deep honour to have the trust of the citizens of the city,” he said.
Eamon says one of his first priorities will be to establish a working relationship with the City’s chief administrative officer (CAO) and ensure staff and council are working toward common goals.
“We need to have a kind of a connection with council. We need to bring back in this idea that we're working together,” he said.
“A spirit of openness and also a spirit of public service needs to return to the city and permeate all levels of the city.”
He also intends to set a different tone around the council table, describing his goal as a more civil and productive approach to governing.
As mayor, Eamon said he wants to act as a team leader while recognizing that the mayor is “first amongst equals.”
He also plans to reach out to the other mayoral candidates, whether they won or lost, to find ways to work together.
“I've built this whole campaign on bringing people together and that's not going to stop,” he said.
“We can only move forward together if we truly are together.”
Eamon believes that bringing people together will be essential to making progress on the challenges facing the city.
Michael Eamon went off script and spoke from the heart during his campaign speech on monday night at market hall (photo by scott arnold)
Homelessness, Downtown Wellness And Economic Growth
During his victory speech, Eamon said residents can expect updates in the coming weeks about his proposed mayoral task forces, including those focused on homelessness and wellness in the downtown.
He has also committed to working on both immediate priorities and longer-term strategies for the city.
In his media scrum following the speech, Eamon identified the relationship between the City of Peterborough and Peterborough County as one of the biggest obstacles to making progress on jobs and investment.
“I think we need to put out that olive branch,” he said.
Eamon wants the city and county to work more closely on tourism, economic development, environmental policy, social services and development lands.
“We need to look at a whole new deal with the county,” he said.
He acknowledged that residents may be skeptical after hearing similar promises before, but said he believes progress can begin through consistent, ongoing work.
“We need to start change, but it has to be persistent change,” he said.
Eamon also identified collaboration with major local employers, including Trent University, Fleming College and Peterborough Regional Health Centre, as an early priority.
Looking further ahead, he wants to build what he described as the “missing middle” of industrial development that Peterborough needs to support economic growth.
His plans are laid out in a series of four-year priorities published during the campaign. He says the coming weeks will bring more information about how those commitments will move forward as he transitions into City Hall.
Mchael eamon gets a hugs from his family after coming off the stage at market hall on election night (photo by scott arnold)
‘A Better Peterborough Begins Now’
For Eamon, election night was also a chance to recognize the people who helped him reach this point.
He thanked his campaign team, singling out campaign manager Kathryn Matheson for her work, and spoke about the friendships and shared effort that developed over the six-month campaign.
He also offered an emotional thank-you to his wife, Jennine, and their two sons, Sam and Will, for their support.
“I am so fortunate for your unconditional love, Jennine,” he said. “I could not have run this campaign without your support, without the support of the boys.”
With the results decided, Eamon said he feels energized to begin the work ahead and will be a full-time mayor, stepping away from his position at Traill College at Trent University.
“You have placed your trust in me. I promise you that is something that I will not take for granted,” he said.
“A better Peterborough begins now.”
The City of Peterborough reported 30,044 ballots cast out of 74,603 registered electors, for an unofficial voter turnout of 40.27 per cent.
Eamon received 10,867 votes, followed by Morton with 7,372, Keith Riel with 5,990, Rebecca Schillemat with 2,526, Jacob Méthot with 1,112, Brian Lumsden with 1,106 and Rob Hailman with 800.
The results remain unofficial until declared official by the City Clerk.
Peterborough City Council’s inauguration meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 19th, with its next General Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, November 30th.
Municipal Election Results to Be Updated Throughout Monday Night
/The City of Peterborough 2026 Municipal and School Board Election unofficial results are expected to be posted online at around 9 p.m. on Monday as voting locations close at 8 p.m.
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Voters already in line when polls close at 8 p.m. will still be able to cast their ballot.
Once voting results are received from each polling location, they will be provided to the public through the City’s election webpage.
Online voting results will be combined with the corresponding in-person voting results for City Council and school board positions. Votes cast during advance and accessible voting will also be included.
The City Clerk will certify the official election results as soon as possible following Election Day.
Election signs must be removed from public and private property throughout the city within three days of the election, by Thursday.
The City of Peterborough is offering a special election sign recycling program at the Household Hazardous Waste Depot from Wednesday to Nov. 14.
Accepted materials are limited to election signs only that are made of corrugated plastic. Please remove all metal or wood stakes, nails, tape, and any other attachments before drop-off.
Candidates are encouraged to reuse signs where possible and recycle only those that cannot be reused. The program supports Circular Economy Month and helps divert election sign materials from landfill.
The City is working with Wastelogix, located in Lindsay, to recycle election signs into new plastic materials.
The Household Hazardous Waste Depot is open Wednesday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Election signs are not accepted through the curbside recycling collection service.
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City of Peterborough Continues to Seek Artists For Public Art Installation At James Stevenson Park
/The City of Peterborough continues to seek artists to help bring its baseball history to life through a new public art installation at James Stevenson Park.
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The City seeks expressions of interest from artists and artist collectives to create an illuminated, interactive sculpture commemorating 150 years of baseball in Peterborough. The project will celebrate the community’s longstanding connection to sport and public spaces, creating an engaging new feature for park visitors to enjoy.
The selected artist will design, fabricate and install a permanent outdoor sculpture, accompanied by interpretive panels in English and French that tell the story behind the artwork and the city’s baseball history. The installation will be designed to complement the park setting and provide an accessible experience for visitors year-round.
The project is part of a Legacy Grant upgrade funded through the Government of Canada’s Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program. The total project budget is $45,000.
This project has a two-stage selection process. Artists and artist collectives must first submit an Expression of Interest, including their qualifications and examples of previous work. Following the application process, up to three artists or collectives will be shortlisted and invited to develop a detailed design proposal.
The deadline to submit an Expression of Interest is Nov. 13, at 4 p.m. Expressions of Interest must be emailed to culturalservices@peterborough.ca.
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Public Information Sessions For Proposed Resiliency Upgrades at the Peterborough Public Library
/Proposed resiliency upgrades for the Peterborough Public Library include emergency power backup, wheelchair charging, exterior misting stations and e-bike charging, as the City seeks resident feedback during its public information sessions on Oct. 29.
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A study is underway to enhance the resiliency of the main library building at 345 Aylmer St. N. Input is needed to help shape the proposed measures and improve the overall design. The information gathered will be used to guide the final configuration of the measures in the study.
Residents can provide feedback on the proposed resiliency measures, challenges, and opportunities at one of the following online public information sessions:
Oct. 29 online from noon to 1 p.m.
Oct. 29 online from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Both Thursday sessions will share the same information. Attendees only need to attend one of these sessions. The link to attend these sessions is available at connectptbo.ca/libraryresiliency.
Project consultants and City staff will be available during both public information sessions on Oct. 29 to answer questions.
In recent years, Peterborough has experienced several extreme weather events that have significantly impacted the city, including the 2025 Ice Storm. Improving community facilities to withstand adverse weather is integral to residents' well-being, especially the most vulnerable in the community.
Residents can also provide feedback via a survey online. The survey is open until noon on Nov. 13. Paper copies are available at Service Peterborough in City Hall and at the Peterborough Public Library.
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Details For Voting On the Municipal and School Board Election On Oct. 26
/Election Day for the City of Peterborough 2026 Municipal and School Board Election is Oct. 26, with in-person voting available from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Voters can cast their ballot in person at their designated ward voting location or vote online until 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Election Day voting locations are:
Ward 1 – Otonabee: Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.
Ward 2 – Monaghan: Westdale United Church, 1509 Sherbrooke St.
Ward 3 – Town: McDonnel Street Community Centre, 577 McDonnel St.
Ward 4 – Ashburnham: Peterborough Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham St.
Ward 5 – Northcrest: Northview Community Church, 1000 Fairbairn St.
Voters can find their ward and voting location on their voter notification card or through the Online Voter Services portal.
Accessible in-person voting equipment and an internet voting kiosk are available at City Hall through Oct. 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Accessible voting will also be available at City Hall on Election Day (Oct. 26) from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The City Hall location is available to eligible voters from all wards.
Riding Peterborough Transit to and from in-person voting locations is free. Voters can show their voter notification card when boarding the bus to access free transit.
Voters are encouraged to bring their voter notification card and identification showing their name and address when voting in person.
Voters who have not received their voter notification card by mail can also access an electronic copy through the portal.
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Temporary Downtown Patios To Be Removed On Nov. 2
/Temporary downtown patios will be removed starting Nov. 2 to prepare sidewalks and roads for winter snow-clearing operations.
This was the seventh summer the City implemented temporary changes to downtown public spaces to allow more patio and pedestrian space. Photo by Jordan Cooper.
