Ontario’s upcoming snap election will take place on February 27.
Here’s everything you need to know about voting:
Who Can Vote?
Anyone who is a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old, and a resident of Ontario is eligible to vote.
What Do I Need to Vote?
If you’re not yet registered to vote, you must update your information at registertovoteon.ca to receive a voter information card before Election Day. Elections Ontario will begin mailing out these cards from Monday to Saturday this week. The card will include details about your designated voting station and riding.
What do I have to bring to vote?
To vote, bring your voter information card along with one piece of identification showing your name. If you haven’t received your card, you can still vote by presenting ID with both your name and home address. Note that photo ID is not required.
How Can I Vote in Advance or by Mail?
To vote by mail, you must apply online by 6 p.m. ET on Friday to receive a voting kit. The completed kit must be returned to Elections Ontario by 6 p.m. ET on February 27 for your vote to be counted.
In-person voting is available at your local election office until 6 p.m. on February 26.
Advance polls will also be open in your electoral district from Thursday to Saturday. Locations will be posted on the Elections Ontario website, which also provides information for voters who may be eligible to vote from home or in a hospital under specific conditions.
How Do I Vote on Election Day?
On February 27, polling stations will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for you to cast your ballot.