On the recommendation of the undersigned, the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, by and with the advice and concurrence of the Executive Council of Ontario, orders that:

Whereas the Chief Electoral Officer has recommended the appointment of a returning officer,

Therefore, pursuant to subsection 7 (1) of the Election Act, Annette Hayes of Omemee be appointed Returning Officer for the Electoral District of Peterborough—Kawartha effective the date of this Order.

And further, Order in Council O.C. 168/2025 be revoked effective the date of this Order.

Premier and President of the Council

Approved and Ordered: July 16, 2026