Unofficial 2026 Municipal Election Results
Township of Severn has released the unofficial results of the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election.
Mike Burkett has been elected Mayor, receiving 3,453 votes. Dan Janssen has been elected Deputy Mayor, receiving 2,697 votes.
The unofficial results for Severn’s municipal offices are:
| Office | Elected candidate |
|---|---|
| Mayor | Mike Burkett |
| Deputy Mayor | Dan Janssen |
| Ward 1 Councillor | Keith Prentice |
| Ward 2 Councillor | Mark Missen |
| Ward 3 Councillor | Phil Brennan |
| Ward 4 Councillor | Michael Kelly |
| Ward 5 Councillor | Jason Stanton (acclaimed) |
The Ward 5 Councillor and English Separate School Board Trustee positions were acclaimed. School Board Trustee results can be viewed on the City of Orillia and City of Barrie websites.
Thank you to everyone who voted and helped take part in Severn’s local election. The new four-year term begins November 15, 2026.
Visit severn.ca/results for election information and results.
Official results will be available on Tuesday, October 27, once certified by the Clerk.
View the unofficial results
View the unofficial vote tallies by voting method and location below or on our Election page.
Dated: October 26, 2026
Alison Gray, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk, Township of Severn
Communications contact
Communications Officer
Email: communications@severn.ca
Phone: 705-325-2315 x249
View and pay your bills online
Sign up to receive our News and Notices
Stay up to date on programs and projects by subscribing to our News and Notices.
