How Many Mayors in Ontario? 444 Municipalities = 444 Mayors

Ontario has 444 municipalities (as of 2022), each with a mayor (or reeve in some townships). The count includes:

• Single-tier cities (Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, etc.)
• Lower-tier municipalities within regions/counties
• Separated towns/cities
• Northern districts (unincorporated areas have no mayor)

Breakdown

• Cities: 52
• Towns: 89
• Townships: 200+
• Villages: ~10
• Regional municipalities: 8 (each has a regional chair, not mayor)
• Counties: 22 (each has a warden, not mayor)

Total ~444 mayors/reeves. Toronto's mayor is also the city's mayor (not a separate role). The figure 447 may be outdated or include regional chairs/wardens.

Source

Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.