Toronto Opens Voter Registration and Mail-in Voting for 2026 Municipal Election

📅 2 weeks ago 🏷️ City of Toronto Municipality

Eligible voters in Toronto can now check their information on the voters’ list and request mail-in voting for the upcoming municipal election, with important deadlines approaching.

As of September 1, 2026, eligible voters in Toronto can begin to verify their information on the voters’ list and request to vote by mail in preparation for the municipal election scheduled for October 26, 2026. Voters are encouraged to confirm, update, or add their details to the voters’ list by visiting the Toronto Elections webpage. They can also reach out via email at [email protected] or by calling 311 for assistance. To ensure their names appear on the printed voters’ list utilized during the voting process, updates must be finalized by 7 p.m. on Sunday, October 11. Completing this step prior to election day is essential for streamlining the voting process. After the October 11 deadline, eligible voters who have the necessary identification will still have the opportunity to add their names to the voters’ list on-site during early voting days, which are set from Tuesday, October 6 to Sunday, October 11, as well as on the official election day, Monday, October 26. A Voter Information Card (VIC) will be dispatched to all individuals listed on the voters’ list as of midnight on September 20. This card contains critical information regarding when and where to cast votes during both early voting and on election day. Voters can also opt to download or print a digital version of their VIC from the Toronto Elections webpage. Although the VIC is not mandatory for voting, it plays a role in expediting the process. Voters must present valid identification that includes their name and verified Toronto address. A comprehensive list of acceptable forms of ID can be accessed on the Toronto Elections website. Additionally, the option to vote by mail is now available for eligible voters. Requests for mail-in voting can be made through the Toronto Elections webpage, by emailing [email protected], or by contacting 311. The final date to request a mail-in ballot is Thursday, September 24, at 4:30 p.m. Mail-in voting packages will start being sent to those who have their requests approved beginning Monday, September 14. Upon approval, voters will receive a confirmation code that allows them to track their mail-in package. Voters have two methods to return their completed mail-in ballots and associated documents to Toronto Elections without incurring any costs. They can either mail their completed packages using the prepaid envelope provided or, starting Thursday, October 1, drop them off at secure Toronto Elections drop boxes located throughout the city. These drop boxes will be accessible in each of Toronto's 25 wards from October 1 until October 14. The specific locations and hours for these drop boxes can also be found on the Toronto Elections webpage. It is important for voters to ensure that their completed mail-in voting packages are received by Toronto Elections no later than October 14 at noon. For those unable to vote in person or by mail, there is an option to appoint a proxy to vote on their behalf. Voters can designate one individual who is eligible to vote in Toronto’s municipal election to act as their proxy. To initiate this process, eligible voters can request a Voting Proxy Appointment Form by emailing Toronto Elections at [email protected] or by calling 311. This form must be completed and signed by both the voter and their chosen proxy before it can be certified. Certification must occur in person at the Toronto Elections office located at Toronto City Hall or at the North York Civic Centre. The deadline for certifying the Voting Proxy Appointment Form is Monday, October 26, at 4:30 p.m. Additional details regarding the voters’ list, mail-in voting, and proxy appointments are available on the Toronto Elections webpage. Toronto, with a population exceeding three million, is renowned for its diversity and economic significance, making it a key player in Canada and a desirable place to live. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto excels in various sectors, including technology, finance, and culture, and consistently ranks high on international quality of life assessments due to the collaborative efforts of its residents and government.

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