Road Work Notice: Huron Road & St. George Street Intersection

West Perth Operations crews will be completing road work at the intersection of Huron Road and St. George Street (Highways 8 & 23) in Mitchell on Tuesday, October 27, from 4:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.

During this work, the centre lane will be closed. Drivers are asked to use caution when travelling through the area and follow all posted traffic control measures.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

2026 Municipal Election- Unofficial Results

West Perth Elects New Council for the 2026-2030 Term

West Perth residents have spoken, and the unofficial results of the 2026 Municipal Election are in.

Congratulations to:

  Mayor: W. Dean Trentowsky
Deputy Mayor: Nicholas Vink

Council Members Mitchell Ward: Phillip O'Donnell, Ben Davey, Murray Rose
Hibbert Ward: Landon Smith, Walter McKenzie
Logan Ward: Lisa Rapien, Ryan Duck
Fullarton Ward: Alex Foster, Steve Herold (acclaimed)

Voter turnout for this election was 46.3%, with 15 declined ballots recorded.

Results remain unofficial until certified by the Municipal Clerk in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act.

Mitchell Ward Fall Leaf Collection Begins October 19

Bagged leaf collection for Mitchell Ward residents starts October 19 and runs through mid-November.

Use paper bags only

Leaves only (no branches, grass, or other yard waste)

Bags must be under 25 kg (50 lbs)

Place bags on the boulevard, clear of vehicles and other obstructions

Collection crews will not enter private property

Thank you for helping keep West Perth clean this fall!

2026 Municipal Election- Unofficial Results

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By Municipality of West Perth - Oct 26, 2026

West Perth Elects New Council for

 2026-2030 Term

The Municipality of West Perth is pleased to announce the unofficial results of the 2026 Municipal Election. Residents cast their ballots for Mayor, Deputy Mayor and members of Council representing the Municipality's wards.

W. Dean Trentowsky was elected Mayor with 1,681 votes, while Nicholas Vink was elected Deputy Mayor with 2,130 votes.

In Mitchell Ward, residents elected Phillip O'Donnell (1,266 votes), Ben Davey (1,258 votes), and Murray Rose (993 votes) to Council.

In Hibbert Ward, Landon Smith (284 votes) and Walter McKenzie (246 votes) were elected as Councillors.

In Logan Ward, Lisa Rapien (475 votes) and Ryan Duck (367 votes) were elected to Council.

In Fullarton Ward, Alex Foster and Steve Herold were acclaimed and will continue to serve as Councillors.

Voter turnout for the 2026 Municipal Election was 46.3 per cent, with 15 declined ballots recorded.

The Municipality of West Perth extends its congratulations to all successful candidates and thanks every candidate who participated in the election. Appreciation is also extended to election workers, volunteers, and residents whose participation helps strengthen local democracy.

These results remain unofficial until certified by the Municipal Clerk in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act.

Contact Us

Municipality of West Perth
160 Wellington Street
P.O. Box 609
Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0
Phone: 519-348-8429

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