As of July 29, a total of 22 people have submitted their nomination papers for this fall’s municipal election.
To date, incumbent Darrin Canniff is the only candidate vying for the mayor’s chair.
Chatham, Ward 6: Amy Finn, Marjorie Crew, Karen Kirkwood-Whyte, Brock McGregor, Derek Robertson, Dava Robichaud, Bonny Pigeon and Carson Warrener.
Wallaceburg, Ward 5: Aaron Hall and Carmen McGregor.
North Kent, Ward 4: Jamie McGrail and Rhonda Jubenville.
East Kent, Ward 3: Matt Lamarche, Morena McDonald, David VanDamme, Steve Pinsonneault and John Wright.
South Kent, Ward 2: Trevor Thompson.
West Kent, Ward 1: Melissa Harrigan, Lauren Anderson and Sandy Maynard.
People interested in running for office can file papers at the Chatham Civic Centre during regular business hours up until Aug. 18, and on nomination day Aug. 19, between 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
People who wish to file papers are requested to make an appointment with the clerk.
Appointments can be made by calling 519-360-1998 or via email at ckelection@chatham-kent.ca.
The next term of council runs from Nov. 15, 2022 to Nov. 14, 2026.
