Toronto mayoral byelection: Here's how to vote on June 26
CBC News | Posted: May 24, 2023 9:00 AM | Last Updated: June 26, 2023
City says 1,445 polling stations will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET
You're going to vote this time, right?
Just about one in three eligible Torontonians cast a ballot in last year's election, but a competitive and consequential mayoral byelection should bring more to the polls on Monday, June 26.
This year's advance vote — which ran from June 8-13 and saw a key improvement that allowed Torontonians to cast a ballot anywhere in the city — had a record-breaking turnout.
On election day, you will have to vote at a polling station in your neighbourhood.
That said, there will be way more stations to choose from, with 1,445 set to open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET.
You can use the City of Toronto's MyVote page to find the polling station closest to you.
Need the basics? Here are some FAQs
Who's running? There are 102 candidates in the running. You can find the full list here, or read CBC Toronto's breakdown of the top six candidates here.
Can I vote online? No (and here's why).
Do I need to own a home to vote? No, you can vote so long as your rent a residential or commercial property in the City of Toronto — even if you just moved here.
Can I vote if I'm a permanent resident? No (even though some want this to change, you must be a Canadian citizen who is over the age of 18).
What ID do I need? Just one piece of ID showing your name and qualifying Toronto address.
What if I rent a commercial property but live outside of the city? You can vote. If you're voting on election day, you'll need to vote at a polling station near your business.