New city Council begins four-year term to shape the City's future

HAMILTON, ON – Hamilton's newly elected Mayor and 15 Ward Councillors will officially take office at the inaugural meeting of the 2026-2030 term on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 6:30 pm at City Hall. Over the next four years, Council will make decisions about the City's priorities, services and investments that will shape the future of Hamilton.

Community members are invited to attend or livestream the meeting to witness the inauguration. It's an important moment for residents to see their elected representatives take office and learn how to follow Council's work throughout the term. The event is open to the public, with limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The meeting will be broadcast on Cable 14 and livestreamed on the City’s website and YouTube channel.  

Hamilton's 2026-2030 City Council:

Mayor

• Keanin Loomis

Ward Councillors

• Ward 1 – Maureen Wilson
• Ward 2 – Cameron Kroetsch
• Ward 3 – Nrinder Nann
• Ward 4 – Jason Farr
• Ward 5 – Matt Francis       
• Ward 6 – Tom Jackson
• Ward 7 – Mark Daly
• Ward 8 – Dawn Danko
• Ward 9 – Jonathan Stathakos
• Ward 10 – Nicole Trombetta
• Ward 11 – Mark Tadeson
• Ward 12 – Fred Bennink
• Ward 13 – Rick Kunc
• Ward 14 – Mike Spadafora
• Ward 15 – Colleen Stewart

Details

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time:  6:30 pm
Location: Hamilton City Hall (limited seating, first-come, first-served) 
Livestream: City’s website and YouTube channel.  

For more information about the 2026 Hamilton Municipal Election, visit www.hamilton.ca/Elections.