NOMINATION PERIOD CLOSING FOR THE 2026 MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS
Nomination forms for the offices of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councillor and School Board Member in the Municipal Election to be held Monday, October 26, 2026 will be accepted until Thursday, August 20, 2026 during regular business hours (8:30 am to 4:30 pm) and on Friday, August 21, 2026 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Nomination Forms are available at the Municipal Office and on our website. Additional information is available on the ELECTIONS page on our website or contact:
Alan Bushell – Clerk (Returning Officer)
clerk@bayham.on.ca
RESIDENT & NON-RESIDENT ANNUAL SEASONAL PARKING PASS/PERMIT APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE!

Non-Resident Annual Seasonal Parking Permits for the East Beach Parking between May 1 to September 30, Monday to Thursday is $85.52 inclusive of tax and fees, and can be purchased by accessing this LINK on the HONK website. Friday to Sunday is $22/day and can be paid using the QR code posted onsite.
August 12, 2026 – Southwestern Public Health has advised of an adverse water quality test from the Port Burwell East Beach. Water may pose a risk to your health and swimming is not recommended. For more information, please visit the SWPH webpage on Beach Testing.
Southwestern Public Health has issued an Environmental Health Update regarding high nitrate level in the drinking water supply at Richmond Community Drinking Water System. Please see NOTICE for more information.
If you have questions about nitrates in your drinking water, please consult your health care professional, or call Southwestern Public Health at 1-800-922-0096.
For information about free private well bacterial water testing, visit our website under Municipal Office > Water & Sewer > Private Wells & Testing. There, you will also find information about Nitrate/Nitrite testing, which is a separate test done through a laboratory for a fee.
Notice of Adoption of Bayham Official Plan - Bayham Official Plan Review - See NOTICE for details.
Notice of Passing Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-03-26 Beach - See NOTICE for details
Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety (Event Message #1)
April 2, 2026 - The Long Point Region Conservation Authority issued a Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety, for its entire watershed area.
View the NOTICE for further details.
Please see NOTICE regarding Bayham CAO accepting a position with the City of St Thomas.
The Municipality of Bayham is looking for 1 Museum Attendant / Record Assistant. Applications are to be submitted by Monday, April 20, 2026. Visit the Career Opportunities page on our website for more information.
Please see Temporary Road Closure NOTICE for Carson Line.
A reminder that the deadline to register and pay for the Curbside Bulk Garbage pickup is next Tuesday, April 7, 2026 by 4:30pm. The pickup is scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026.
Please visit our Garbage & Recycling page on our website and click on the Curbside Bulk Garbage Collection tab for more information on how to register and pay.
Thinking of Running for Municipal Council?
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) is providing an information session on March 27 at 7 p.m. at the East Elgin Community Complex - Imperial Hall, located at 531 Talbot St. West, Aylmer.
The Municipality of Bayham, in partnership with the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA), will be conducting spring hydrant flushing from April 27 to May 8. This work includes flushing all municipal hydrants as part of a regular maintenance program to maintain water quality and ensure the proper operation of the water distribution system.
During this time, residents may experience temporary discolored water and/or reduced water pressure. If discoloration occurs, residents are advised to run cold water taps until the water clears and to avoid doing laundry until water clarity is restored.
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