Responsible growth and taxes
Hold the line on taxes through thoughtful residential and commercial growth while continuing to support local infrastructure.
2026 Municipal Election · Centre Hastings
Jim Chamberlain
Candidate for Mayor
Centre Hastings resident since 1988, local business owner since 1998, and community volunteer.
About Jim
About Jim Chamberlain.
Jim has lived in Centre Hastings since 1988 and has operated a local business since 1998. His community involvement has included serving as president of minor hockey and taking on member, director and president roles with the local Kiwanis Club.
He is running for Mayor in the 2026 Centre Hastings municipal election.
Campaign priorities
Jim's stated priorities.
Waste and duplication
Review municipal spending for unnecessary costs and overlapping services, with a focus on efficient use of tax dollars.
Recreation and young families
Support funding for recreation, parks and family-centred spaces that serve residents across Centre Hastings.
A safe and welcoming community
Listen to residents across the village and rural areas while supporting a community where people feel safe and welcome.
Upcoming
All-Candidates Meetings
Both meetings run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. All are welcome.
Kiwanis Center
139 St Lawrence St E, Madoc
7:00–9:00 PM
Moira Hall
29 Carson Rd, Centre Hastings
7:00–9:00 PM
Voting information
Make sure you're ready to vote.
The 2026 Centre Hastings voting period runs from October 13 to October 26. Before voting, make sure your name and information are correct on the Voters' List.
If you need to be added to the list or correct your information, contact the Municipality of Centre Hastings.
Municipality of Centre Hastings · 7 Furnace Street, Madoc · 613-473-4030
Contact Jim
Send a message.
Use the form or open a new message directly in Gmail.
jimchamberlainformayor@gmail.com