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Opportunity to join Windsor's city council opens

Opportunity to join Windsor's city council opens

CTV News19-07-2025
Empty Ward 2 seat at Windsor city council in Windsor, Ont., on Monday, July 14, 2025. (Travis Fortnum/CTV News Windsor)
Windsor's city council has a seat vacancy for Ward 2, with nomination forms available on July 21.
Those interested in joining city council have until Sept. 12 to meet the deadline for nomination.
The by-election is set for Oct. 27.
Nomination forms are available at city hall, and candidates need to put forward $100 and proof they meet eligibility rules.
Advance voting will take place on Oct. 17 and 18 at Campbell Baptist Church. Polling locations are currently being finalized.
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