TOA Talks

The votes are counted and a new Ajax Council has been elected, but what happens next? In the final episode of this season of TOA Talks, we’re joined by Samantha, Supervisor of Government and Council Relations, and Jaclyn, Municipal Clerk/Returning Officer, to look beyond Election Day. We cover what happens once results are official, what to expect at the Council Inauguration on November 16, how new and returning members of Council are onboarded, how the Town sets its strategic priorities for...

As the 2026 Municipal Election approaches, many Ajax residents are asking: how is my vote protected? In this episode of TOA Talks, host Devon Jarvis, Manager of Communications and Engagement, is joined by Yasmyn, the Town's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator, to explain how online and telephone voting is kept secure and what you can do to make sure your vote counts. For trusted voting details, candidate information, key dates and election support, visit https://www.ajax.ca/Vote If...

From roads and parks to recreation and bylaw enforcement, many of the decisions that shape our daily lives are made at the local level. In this episode of TOA Talks, host Devon Jarvis, Manager of Communications and Engagement for the Town of Ajax, breaks down why municipal elections matter and how your vote helps shape the future of our community. We cover the roles of mayor, councillors, and school board trustees, how Ajax Council is structured, and what's handled by the Town of Ajax versus...

What does it take to deliver a municipal election? In this episode of TOA Talks, host Devon Jarvis, Manager of Communications and Engagement, sits down with Jaclyn, Municipal Clerk and Returning Officer, and Thomas, Deputy Clerk and Deputy Returning Officer, for a behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 Ajax Municipal Election. Planning starts about two years before Election Day. Jaclyn and Thomas explain what happens in that time, from council reports and choosing voting methods to security test...

Welcome to a new season of TOA Talks! This season, host Devon Jarvis, Manager of Communications and Engagement, is focusing on the 2026 Ajax Municipal and School Board Elections, with new episodes every week. We start with the basics. In this episode, you'll learn when and how to vote, who's on your ballot, how your vote is kept secure, how to check that you're on the voters list, and where to get in-person help. Voting runs October 19 - 26, 2026. Vote online with a smartphone, computer or ...