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Notice of Temporary Street Closure May 5, 2026 – Miller Cup Rugby Tournament

Please be advised that the following road closure will be in place on Tuesday, May 5th for the Miller Cup Rugby Tournament:

    Matilda Street between Oakdale Avenue and Smith Street

Questions regarding this temporary street closure should be directed to the Events Coordinator at 519-271-0250, Ext. 286 during business hours.

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Council Advances Next Phase of Grand Trunk Renewal

Stratford City Council has directed a series of next steps to advance the Grand Trunk Renewal project, marking a significant milestone in the long-term revitalization of the site.

The decisions approved at Council’s April 27, 2026 meeting focus on moving the project into the next phase of planning and analysis, with three key areas of work:

1. Shared Community Facility: Council approved a municipal capital contribution of up to $15 million toward a shared community facility estimated to cost...

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Notice to Broadcasters and Publishers – Municipal Elections Act Campaign Advertising Rules

The Municipal Elections in the City of Stratford will take place on Monday, October 26, 2026.

The Municipal Elections Act (MEA) establishes rules for election campaign advertising. This notice is intended to inform broadcasters and publishers of their obligations under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 (the Act) if they broadcast or publish a third party or candidate campaign advertisement during the upcoming election.

Broadcaster and Publisher Obligations

Broadcasters and publishers have...

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Candidate and Third Party Advertiser Information Packages Now Available

Are you interested in running in the upcoming 2026 Municipal Election?

The City of Stratford has prepared a Candidate Information Package for individuals considering running for office (Mayor and Councillor). The package includes important details about the nomination process, key dates, required forms, and contains resources to assist candidates.

Packages are also available for individuals interested in running as a school board trustee and for those interested in registering as a Third Party...

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Notice of Nomination for Office - 2026

Notice is hereby given to the municipal electors of the City of Stratford that nominations will be accepted in the Clerk’s Office located on the Ground Floor of Stratford City Hall beginning on Friday, May 1, 2026, for the following elected offices for the Municipal Election to be held on Monday, October 26, 2026:

Mayor and Council:

• One (1) Mayor
• Ten (10) Councillors

School Board Trustees

• Two (2) Avon Maitland District School Board Trustee
• One (1) Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board Trustee
• One...

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