Here’s how to vote in the 2023 Toronto mayoral by-election
Toronto will choose a new mayor on June 26. Here's what you need to know for election day.
The 2023 Toronto mayoral by-election is nearing the end game.
The mail-in voting registration deadline has passed, and the advance voting window is now closed. That leaves just election day on Mon., June 26, to get your voice heard, and help elect Toronto’s 73rd mayor.
Polls will open at 10:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. ET.
Unlike with advance voting, voters will need to vote at specific polling stations in their neighbourhoods. If you don’t know where yours is, click here to find out on the city’s MyVote site.
Check the map accompanying this article for broad look at all the voting locations in Toronto, and read on for answers to a few key questions for election day.
Who’s running to be mayor?
Better question: Who isn’t?
Over 100 locals registered as candidates. We profiled eight big-name hopefuls back in May, though in recent weeks polls have indicated Olivia Chow as a clear front-runner.
Who can vote?
To cast a ballot in the mayoral by-election, voters must be:
- a Canadian citizen; and
- at least 18 years old; and
- a resident in the city of Toronto; or
- a non-resident of Toronto, but you or your spouse own or rent property in the city; and
- not prohibited from voting under any law.
What do you need in order to vote?
A piece of identification that shows your name and qualifying Toronto address. Examples include an Ontario-issued photo card, driver’s licence, or motor vehicle permit; a utility bill; or a mortgage statement or rental agreement.
A full list of ID options is available on the city website. You can also click here for a printable PDF.
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