Advance voting in Toronto's 2026 municipal election is now underway, with polls open at two voting places in each of the city's 25 wards from Tuesday, October 6 through Sunday, October 11, the City announced.

All advance voting locations are open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and eligible voters may cast a ballot at either location in their ward, according to a City of Toronto news release.

What to bring

To vote in person, voters must show one piece of identification showing their name and qualifying Toronto address. Photo ID is not required.

The City is also encouraging voters to bring their Voter Information Card, in paper or digital form, to speed up the process. Voters on the voters' list who did not receive a card in the mail can print or download one at www.toronto.ca/Elections.

Eligibility

Voters may only vote once, no matter how many properties they own or rent in Toronto, and must vote in the ward where they live.

Mail-in and proxy options

Voters using mail-in ballots must return their completed package, containing their marked ballot and supporting documents, to Toronto Elections by Wednesday, October 14 at noon. Returns can be made through one of 25 secure yellow drop boxes located across the city, one in each ward. The boxes are monitored by CCTV, inspected regularly and emptied daily by elections staff.

Voters who have returned a mail-in package can check online whether their ballot arrived on time using their confirmation code.

Eligible voters who cannot vote in person or by mail may appoint a proxy to vote on their behalf. The proxy must also be eligible to vote in the 2026 election. Proxy appointment forms can be requested by emailing VoterRegistration@toronto.ca or calling 311.

Accessibility supports

Voter Assist Terminals, which allow voters with disabilities to mark a paper ballot privately and independently, will be available at all 50 advance voting locations and at the same sites on election day. Voters who need a terminal on election day but don't have one at their designated voting place can request a ballot transfer by calling 311 in advance.

Voters may also bring a friend, family member, caregiver or other support person to assist them. Anyone helping a voter behind the voting screen must first complete a required declaration, or an election official can provide assistance.

Kids Vote Weekend and election day

Children under 18 can take part in Kids Vote Weekend on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11 at every advance voting place, where they can vote for Toronto's 2027 Tree of the Year and learn about the voting process. Details are available at www.toronto.ca/KidsVote.

Advance voting turnout will be reported in a news release on Tuesday, October 13, since Monday, October 12 is a holiday.

Election day is Monday, October 26, with polls open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. More information is available on the Toronto Elections webpage.