The 2025 Quebec municipal elections are scheduled for the first Sunday of November, consistent with the province’s four-year election cycle. This guide provides verified dates, key deadlines, voting requirements, and the relationship between municipal and provincial election timelines. Sources include official government bodies and established civic resources.
Last checked: 2026-05-24
Election type: Municipal (city/town councils and mayors) · Jurisdiction: Quebec, Canada · Next election year: 2025 · Governing body: Élections Québec (Chief Electoral Officer)
How we researched this
Last checked: 2026-05-24.
Sources reviewed: Government regulator (Élections Québec), municipal government sites, neutral encyclopedia (Wikipedia), local journalism (Quebec news outlets).
No on-site visit to polling stations, no interview with election officials, no analysis of candidate platforms beyond publicly listed names.
Key facts at a glance
- Municipal elections in Quebec are held every 4 years (Élections Québec)
- 2025 (specific date to be confirmed by Élections Québec 12–18 months prior)
- Next scheduled for 2025, aligning with the municipal cycle
- No earlier than 2026 (fixed-date legislation; last held in 2022) (Director General of Quebec Elections)
When is the municipal election date in Quebec for 2025?
Municipal elections in Quebec occur on the first Sunday of November every four years, a schedule established under provincial law and administered by Élections Québec, the independent body responsible for overseeing provincial and municipal electoral processes. The 2025 municipal elections are expected to follow this established pattern, with voters across the province heading to the polls to elect mayors, city councillors, and local government representatives.
This date follows the same schedule used in previous cycles: Quebec held municipal elections in November 2021, and the previous municipal elections occurred in November 2017. Each cycle repeats every four years, and the specific date within November is set by the provincial government approximately one year in advance to allow municipalities and voters adequate preparation time.
Is the date the same for all municipalities?
Yes. Unlike some provinces or countries where individual municipalities can set their own election dates, Quebec operates under a unified provincial schedule. All 1,100+ municipalities in Quebec hold their municipal elections on the same day. This centralized approach ensures consistency, simplifies voter education, and allows the provincial government to allocate resources efficiently across all municipalities.
What is the date for Montreal’s mayoral election?
Montreal’s mayoral election is part of the same unified municipal election date. Montreal voters elect both the mayor and city council members on the same November Sunday as all other Quebec municipalities. The mayor’s term runs concurrent with the four-year municipal cycle, meaning the next mayoral election will occur in November 2025 alongside elections in every other Quebec city, town, and village.
What are the Quebec election 2025 candidates?
As of November 2024, candidate nomination periods for the 2025 municipal elections have not yet opened. Official candidate lists are typically published by Élections Québec and individual municipal governments approximately three to six months before election day, after the nomination filing period concludes. This means detailed candidate information for 2025 will not be available until mid-to-late 2025.
Who are the candidates for Montreal mayor?
The list of candidates for Montreal mayor in 2025 will not be confirmed until the official nomination period closes. However, political observers and local media outlets have begun tracking potential mayoral candidates, particularly given that current Montreal mayor Valérie Plante’s term concludes with the 2025 election. Past municipal elections in Montreal have featured multiple high-profile candidates, and the 2025 race is expected to attract significant attention given the city’s role as Quebec’s largest municipality.
Are there candidate lists for other cities?
Each of Quebec’s 1,100+ municipalities will publish its own candidate list as nomination periods close. Major cities such as Quebec City, Laval, Gatineau, and Sherbrooke will each have their own set of mayoral and council candidates. Municipal candidate information becomes publicly available through local city halls and the Élections Québec website as filing deadlines approach.
When is the next provincial election in Quebec 2025?
There is no provincial election scheduled in Quebec for 2025. Quebec operates under fixed-date election legislation, meaning provincial elections occur on a set schedule rather than at the governing party’s discretion (with limited exceptions for snap elections). The last provincial election was held in October 2022, and under Quebec’s election law, the next provincial election must occur no later than October 2026.
Will there be a provincial election in 2025?
No provincial election is expected in Quebec during 2025. The fixed-date legislation passed in 2013 establishes that provincial elections occur every four years on the first Monday in October. Since the 2022 election, the next scheduled provincial election falls in 2026. A snap election could theoretically be called earlier, but this would require extraordinary political circumstances and is not anticipated.
How do provincial and municipal elections differ?
Provincial and municipal elections serve entirely different levels of government. Provincial elections elect members of the National Assembly (MNAs) who make decisions on healthcare, education, social services, and civil law across Quebec. Municipal elections elect mayors and city councillors who handle local issues including urban planning, public transit, local roads, parks, and community services.
The two election types also operate under different legal frameworks and electoral systems. Provincial elections use single-member ridings with first-past-the-post voting, while municipal elections vary by municipality size and use different ballot structures. Voter eligibility also differs: provincial elections are limited to Canadian citizens, whereas some municipal elections in Quebec allow permanent residents to vote in school board elections.
2025 Quebec municipal election timeline
| Attribute | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Election type | Municipal (city/town councils and mayors) | |
| Jurisdiction | Quebec, Canada | |
| Next election year | 2025 | |
| Governing body | Élections Québec (Chief Electoral Officer) | |
| Frequency | Every 4 years on first Sunday of November | |
| Last municipal election | Next provincial election | No earlier than October 2026 |
| Number of municipalities | Over 1,100 across Quebec |
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Voters can check the official election schedule for the 2025 municipal elections in Quebec to stay updated on key deadlines and candidate lists.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a municipal and a provincial election in Quebec?
Municipal elections elect mayors and city councillors who handle local issues such as roads, transit, parks, and urban planning. Provincial elections elect members of the National Assembly (MNAs) who make decisions on healthcare, education, social services, and civil law across Quebec. Municipal elections use a four-year cycle on the first Sunday of November, while provincial elections occur every four years on the first Monday in October.
How do I register to vote in municipal elections?
Voters are automatically registered to vote in their municipality if they are on the provincial electoral list. You can verify your registration and update your address through the Élections Québec website or at your local returning office. The registration deadline for the 2025 municipal elections will be announced by Élections Québec in the months preceding election day.
Can I vote in municipal elections if I am not a Canadian citizen?
In Quebec municipal elections, voter eligibility generally requires Canadian citizenship. Permanent residents can vote in certain school board elections, but mayoral and council elections are limited to Canadian citizens who are at least 18 years old and registered on the provincial electoral list for that municipality.
What documents do I need to vote in Quebec municipal elections?
When voting, you will need identification showing your name and address. Acceptable documents include a valid Quebec driver’s license, a health insurance card (Medicare), or a passport. If your address has changed, you should update your voter registration before election day through the Élections Québec website or at your local returning office.
When will the official candidate list for 2025 municipal elections be published?
Official candidate lists for the 2025 municipal elections are typically published 8–12 weeks before election day, after the nomination filing period closes. Élections Québec and individual municipal governments publish candidate lists on their official websites. Major municipalities such as Montreal and Quebec City will have their candidate information available through their city hall websites and Élections Québec’s municipal portal.
How long is the term for a Quebec mayor?
Mayors in Quebec serve four-year terms concurrent with the municipal election cycle. The current mayors across Quebec were elected in November 2021 and will serve until the 2025 municipal elections. After the 2025 elections, newly elected mayors will serve until the next municipal election in 2029.
Are there any key issues likely to feature in the 2025 municipal elections?
Based on ongoing municipal discussions, several issues are expected to feature prominently in the 2025 elections across Quebec municipalities: affordable housing, public transit modernization, climate adaptation infrastructure, pedestrian and cycling safety, and local economic development. In Montreal specifically, transit improvements, homelessness response, and budget management have been recurring themes during the current council term.
Sources cited
- Élections Québec – Official provincial electoral body administering municipal elections
- Director General of Quebec Elections – Fixed-date election scheduling information
- Wikipedia – Municipal elections in Quebec – Historical election cycle data
- City of Montreal – Municipal government information
- TVA Nouvelles – Quebec local journalism coverage
- La Presse – Quebec regional news coverage