Council Vacancy | Municipality of Kincardine

On September 11, 2024, the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine declared the office of Councillor Doug Kennedy, Councillor Ward 1 vacant due to his passing.

Council chose to fill the vacancy by appointing an eligible elector in accordance with Section 263 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25.

The Municipality of Kincardine is accepting applications to replace the vacant office in accordance with Section 263 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25.

View the Public Notice of the Municipality of Kincardine: Municipal Council Vacancy

The vacancy will be filled in accordance with the Council Vacancy Policy Appendix C Procedure to Appoint an Eligible Elector to fill a Vacancy.

Application Period

Applications will be accepted by the Clerk's Office during regular business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday commencing at 9 a.m. on September 23rd, 2024 until October 25, 2024 at 3 p.m.

A candidate may withdraw their application by filing a written withdrawal in person with the Clerk's Office by 2 p.m. on October 30th, 2024.

Applicant Information

Interested applicants should review the Information for Candidates - 2024 Council Vacancy Information Package.

Applicants must complete and submit the following document in person to the Clerk at the Municipal Administration Centre, located at 1475 Concession 5, Kincardine, in order to be considered for this vacancy. E-mailed or faxed copies of these documents will not be accepted.

Council Vacancy Application Form
Declaration of Qualifications Form
Freedom of Information (FOI) Release Form
Expression of Interest for consideration of Council including the applicant's background information, relevant qualifications, and why the person is interested in the vacant office. Expressions of Interest will be typewritten on letter size (8.5" x 11") paper; shall not exceed two (2) pages in length, one sided; and will include the applicant's name and address.

An Uncertified List of Candidates will be posted as applications are filed. The Official List of Candidates will be certified by the Clerk by 4 p.m. on October 30, 2024.

Uncertified List of Candidates

An Uncertified List of Candidates will be posted here as applications are filed.

Council Appointment Meeting

There will be an opportunity for candidates to present to Council at the Council Appointment Meeting on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Administration Centre, 1475 Concession 5, Kincardine.

The agenda for the meeting will be posted on our website.

At this Council Appointment Meeting, Council will vote on the appointment of a new Councillor. The vote shall be taken in open session.

The appointed Councillor will swear their Oath of Office and be formally appointed to the position of Councillor by By-Law.