On March 2, 2021, Welland City Council declared a Ward 3 seat vacant due to the resignation of Lucas Spinosa.

At a Special Council meeting held on April 29, 2021, Welland City Council approved a by-law to hold a by-election to fill the Ward 3 vacancy.

Important Dates:

• Nomination Day will be Friday, June 25, 2021 (the last day for filing nominations).

• • Nomination forms may be filed by candidates by appointment when the Clerk’s office is open (Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and on Nomination Day between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

• Voting Day will be Monday, August 9, 2021.

Interested candidates can schedule appointments to pick up nomination packages with the City Clerks office by emailing clerk@welland.ca or calling 905-735-1700, ext. 1000.

Additional information will be provided to Welland residents in the next few weeks.