Toronto voters will head to the polls Monday, October 26, for the city's 2026 municipal election, with voting places open across the city from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Voters must cast their ballots at their assigned voting place on election day, according to a City of Toronto news release. The location is listed on each voter's Voter Information Card and on the Toronto Elections webpage.
Anyone in line by 8 p.m. will still be able to vote, the City said. To avoid crowds, voters are encouraged to go during off-peak hours between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
What to bring
Voters need to show one piece of identification with their name and qualifying Toronto address. Photo ID is not required. A full list of acceptable identification is available on the Toronto Elections webpage.
Bringing a paper or digital Voter Information Card is encouraged to speed up the process. Voters on the voters' list can access their digital card through the same webpage.
Each voter may cast only one ballot, regardless of how many properties they own or rent in Toronto, and must vote in the ward where they live. Eligibility requirements are outlined on the City's elections webpage.
Accessibility supports available
Voters can bring a friend, family member, caregiver or other support person to assist them at the voting place. Anyone helping a voter behind the voting screen must first complete a declaration, the City said. Election officials can also assist voters with accessibility needs.
Each ward will have two Voter Assist Terminals, devices that allow voters with disabilities to mark a paper ballot privately, independently and securely. Voters can check whether their assigned voting place has one — or request a ballot transfer to a location that does — by visiting the Toronto Elections webpage or calling 311.
Results and media rules
Unofficial results, combining vote totals from advance voting, mail-in ballots and election day, will be posted to the Toronto Elections results webpage after voting places close Monday night. Official voter statistics will follow within 30 days and will be added to the City's Open Data portal.
The City's media attendance policy will be in effect at voting places. News outlets wishing to film or photograph inside a voting place must submit requests to the City in advance and need permission from the City Clerk. Filming from a public sidewalk that doesn't interfere with voters is permitted without that approval.
More information about the election, including voting options and support services, is available on the City's website, and voters with questions can call 311.
