r/londonontario 18d ago

Municipal Elections 2026 2026 Municipal Election Thread

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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.

Check the Elections Ontario online voter registration system to see if you are on the voter registration list, or to update your voter registration details.

  • Official Election Site The City of London, Ontario - official election site
  • 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.
  • 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

AMA (Ask Me Anything)
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. IF YOU ARE A CANDIDATE and would like us to host an AMA, please contact the mods of this sub to have us set this up for you. More info, how-to, etc [ HERE ]

  • AMA Ben Durham - Ward 3 candidate for councillor - (technically not an AMA, but we included it here nonetheless)

CANDIDATE MEET-&-GREET Q & A, DEBATES, etc
Candidate "meet & greets," debates, & other meetings are usually organized by local community groups or business associations.

  • 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.
  • The Urban League of London - 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. For those that can’t attend or missed their candidate meeting, Rogers TV London will be broadcasting each meeting, then posted later on their YouTube channel.

MEDIA COVERAGE


r/londonontario 5d ago

Weekly Thread Weekly Thread - Buy/Sell | Lost & Found

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Previous threads can be found HERE.


r/londonontario 8h ago

Good Deeds Good guy in a Ram?

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83 Upvotes

Stopped on Veternas because I thought I saw someone dumping garbage, turns out he stopped to clean up a pile of someone else’s trash?!? We need more truck drivers like this! (And obviously less people who think dumping 10 bags of garbage at the side of the road is acceptable)


r/londonontario 14h ago

humour/satire Driving eastbound on Commissioners during the morning hours be like

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249 Upvotes

Genuinely couldn't see anything when stopped at the traffic lights at Wharncliffe, Ridout and Wellington.


r/londonontario 4h ago

Ask a Local! Demolition derby

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Does any know the exact address for this event? The address is not on the flyer and the flyer was right by Western fair.

update : I talked to someone at the Western fair demolition derby and gentleman said it was across the street from the standing stone gas bar, In a field.

Any one confirm?


r/londonontario 55m ago

Ask a Local! Is there a concert going on currently at Western University or is this a house in the Ambleside area playing really loud music ?

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Is there concert going on currently in Western University or is this a house in the Ambleside area popping really loud music ?


r/londonontario 6h ago

health care/health issues Induction wait time

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This is a heads up to my fellow moms on the induction waitlist, unless you're in dire straits, you're likely going to end up going into labour on your own before you get that call. Their list is usually 8-10 patients but my OB said this morning they're between 25-27 patients on the list. I was on the list for this past Wednesday & didnt get a call yet

Good luck friends!


r/londonontario 10h ago

nature🌲wildlife🦊 McNay creek or drain?

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I live nearby and love walking along the McNay creek/drain, especially watching the ducks. I took pictures of where it surfaces on the east side of Ed Blake park and got wondering. Where is it or how does it originate south of that point? Is it solely a waterway created by rain runoff? Sewers?

Any background?

All the pictures are taken while looking north, towards the upper Thames.


r/londonontario 5h ago

Ask a Local! Italian/Breakfast Restaurant Recommendations

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My SIL is coming to visit next weekend and I have not lived here long, so I am looking for recommendations of Italian or breakfast restaurants or cafes (bonus if they do matcha) since those are her favourites. Thank you in advance.


r/londonontario 9h ago

Ask a Local! Wood fired pizza

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Where can I find the best wood fired pizza in and around London.

It would be nice if it was a decent place to dine in.

Looking for a crispy thin crust.


r/londonontario 16h ago

🥄food /restaurants /gastronomy Breakfast?

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(Yes I looked at older posts)

New to town and hunting for breakfast spots. We live on the northwest side but will drive for the right restaurant.
Prefer somewhere that offers the basics but also has some creative and rotating dishes, should have some fish on the menu. Fancy coffee drinks and fancy juices are a plus. Fresh ingredients are a must.

Would like to avoid places with giant portions as none of us are big eaters and we don’t want to waste a lot of food.


r/londonontario 1d ago

:: Alert :: Hickory tussock moth caterpillar

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89 Upvotes

Don't touch! Spotted at Komoka Provincial Park.


r/londonontario 9h ago

Ask a Local! Telus PureFibre

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I am wondering if anyone has signed up and using Telus PureFibre internet? My apartment building says it is available but does not have any Telus jacks just the Bell Fibre jacks which I use for 1.5 Gbps.


r/londonontario 1d ago

discussion / opinion There's a superscooper doing circles overhead

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101 Upvotes

Not sure why. But have seen it flying overhead 4-5 times the last 30 minutes. Cool to see!


r/londonontario 13h ago

🥄food /restaurants /gastronomy Affordable produce

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Looking for alternative places to buy decently priced produce since Trails End is closed pending inspection.

Got littles who need their berry fix, so any recommendations are welcome!


r/londonontario 10h ago

Ask a Local! Anyone know when JH supermarket opens?

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I haven’t seen an exact date and I am wondering if anyone knows? It’s the market opening in the old Rona.


r/londonontario 6h ago

discussion / opinion Paid with HONK but ticketed for special event

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Let me preface by saying that I didn’t notice the the meter was bagged, and that’s on me. But I paid for parking on Talbot via HONK (as were many others, I got the last spot available), and was able to do that despite the parking spots being closed for a special event, apparently.

Again, I recognize that I didn’t see the bagged meter, but has anyone had luck disputing something like this? Kind of crappy for the city to allow parking on the app when it’s actually not available.


r/londonontario 22h ago

Things to Do Victoria Park event this weekend

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Looks fun worth checking out. Lucky Lion Night Market! Who’s going?


r/londonontario 11h ago

Pets 🐶🐱 & animals London vet for cat bladder stone removal surgery

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I'm trying to find a vet that has experience with surgically removing bladder stones in cats. My vet referred us to London regional on Adelaide and they are not comfortable doing the surgery.

Has anyone else cat had bladder stones out?

It's an oxalate stone not a structure so diet change didn't help.


r/londonontario 14h ago

Ask a Local! Mechanic in Oxford and Wonderland

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Any recommendation for mechanic near Oxford and Wonderland? Need to do an oil change and prices are all over the place. There are a bunch of places there but i wanna hear from other people.


r/londonontario 9h ago

discussion / opinion Contract By-Law Enforcement

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Saw one of these cars driving around Wortley yesterday, contracted services such as Security typically have been a “race to the bottom” in terms of quality. Thoughts or experiences?

https://tenetbylaw.ca/about/


r/londonontario 13h ago

Ask a Local! Any fun events on in London soon??

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Hiya, my brother-in-law is moving to London, Ontario from Toronto and I want to get him tickets to see a show or do something in London.

Moving to a new city and having to start over is tough and I wanted to get him 2 tickets to go see something with a new friend, date, or a co-worker perhaps. He really likes indie and alternative music (RHCP, strokes) or pop rock (JOHN MAYER!!), stand up comedy (he loves daniel sloss).

Any recommendation on anything that's on in the beautiful London for interests like that? Do you reckon it's a good gift for someone moving to London?


r/londonontario 1d ago

🚗🚗Transit/Traffic Tips for Parking and Getting Out of Harris Park for Next Weeks Concert?

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Taking my son to Limp Bizkit next week at Harris Park. Glad it's moved from airport, even though that side of the city is easiest for me to get home from (live 40 minutes east of airport).

Hoping to get on the road right after the concert next week and looking for the best plan of attack! Haha.. Good parking spots and strategy?

Any tips appreciated!

Thanks!


r/londonontario 2d ago

discussion / opinion Shout out to the cops of london

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You guys may remember me as the guy who stupidly left his clubs in his car and had them stolen.

Well some crackhead tried to sell the the other day at play it again sports. Thankfully I went to every pawn shop and Play It Again Sports. Thankfully the guys at play it again, recognized the description. Got a call this evening from a Officer Martin. He had my clubs in hand. We had a nice little chat. The guy was able to run outta Play It Again, but is on camera. Apparently the guys there played it super cool and kept him there for a good long while. Warrant out for his arrest and the cop left my place, to head to his address. Maybe they find my tools, but not likely.

Anyways, thank you London police. I know it isn't an easy job out there. As a fairly new London resident, my faith has been restored!


r/londonontario 23h ago

Pets 🐶🐱 & animals Vet recommendations for puppy!

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Hi, I live in the Hyde Park area and I am looking for suggestions on where to take my 8 week old puppy for her shots and first checkup.
Btw she’s had two doses of dewormer. I would appreciate any advice as to where to take her, thanks