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Updated for 2026 · Verified Aug 22

Toronto Election 2026Dates, how to vote, wards & candidates

Toronto votes for mayor, councillors and school board trustees on Monday, October 26. Here is the practical information you need to get ready and cast your ballot.

Check the voters’ listFind where to vote

MyVote opens September 1. Until then, the City page explains what will be available.

Election day

Mon, Oct 26

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Advance vote

Oct 6–11

10 a.m.–7 p.m. daily

Mail request deadline

Thu, Sep 24

By 4:30 p.m.

Official help

Call 311

Or 416-338-1111

Last verified August 22, 2026 · Official information can change.

Save these dates

The 2026 Toronto election timeline

The dates below come from Toronto Elections. The October 14 mail deadline means your completed package must arrive by noon.

  1. Sep 1

    MyVote opens

    Check or update the voters’ list, find voting places and request a mail ballot.

  2. Sep 20

    Voter card cutoff

    Be on the voters’ list by 11:59 p.m. to receive a voter information card by mail.

  3. Sep 24

    Mail ballot request deadline

    Request a mail-in voting package by 4:30 p.m.

  4. Oct 6–11

    Advance voting

    Vote early at an advance voting place, daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  5. Oct 11

    Online list changes close

    MyVote voters’ list additions and updates close at 7 p.m.

  6. Oct 14

    Completed mail ballots due

    Toronto Elections must receive completed packages by noon—not merely a postmark.

  7. Oct 26

    Election day

    Polls are open Monday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Verify all key dates with Toronto Elections

Four voting options

How to vote in Toronto

Choose the option that fits your schedule. For eligibility, identification and accessibility details, use the linked City instructions.

Election day

Vote Monday, October 26 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at your assigned voting place.

Voting-day guide

Advance vote

Vote October 6–11 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. MyVote will show your advance location.

Find advance voting

Vote by mail

Apply September 1–24. Your completed package must arrive by noon on October 14.

Mail voting details

Vote by proxy

Starting September 1, contact 311 or Toronto Elections to request the official proxy form.

Proxy information

What to bring

One acceptable document showing your name and qualifying Toronto address. Photo ID and a voter card are not required.

See acceptable ID

The highest-value five minutes

Check the voters’ list before you make a voting plan

Starting September 1, MyVote lets you confirm or update your voter information, find your ward and voting places, see your candidates, download your voter card and preview your ballot when available.

Open MyVoteCall 311 for help

Useful cutoffs

  • Sep 20: be listed to receive a voter card by mail.
  • Oct 11, 7 p.m.: online list changes close.
  • No voter card? You can still vote with acceptable ID.

Address first, ward second

What ward am I in?

Toronto has 25 City wards. Use MyVote or the City’s address lookup for the reliable answer; postal codes can cross ward boundaries.

From September 1Find your ward in MyVoteAvailable nowUse the City address lookup
Browse all 25 Toronto wardsOpen list ↓
  1. 1Etobicoke North
  2. 2Etobicoke Centre
  3. 3Etobicoke-Lakeshore
  4. 4Parkdale-High Park
  5. 5York South-Weston
  6. 6York Centre
  7. 7Humber River-Black Creek
  8. 8Eglinton-Lawrence
  9. 9Davenport
  10. 10Spadina-Fort York
  11. 11University-Rosedale
  12. 12Toronto-St. Paul’s
  13. 13Toronto Centre
  14. 14Toronto-Danforth
  15. 15Don Valley West
  16. 16Don Valley East
  17. 17Don Valley North
  18. 18Willowdale
  19. 19Beaches-East York
  20. 20Scarborough Southwest
  21. 21Scarborough Centre
  22. 22Scarborough-Agincourt
  23. 23Scarborough North
  24. 24Scarborough-Guildwood
  25. 25Scarborough-Rouge Park

What is on the ballot

Mayor, councillor and school board trustee

Toronto’s election is non-partisan. Candidate nominations closed August 21; the City Clerk’s certification deadline is August 24. We link to the City’s official list rather than reproducing names before certification.

One city-wide race

Mayor

Every eligible Toronto voter chooses from the same certified mayoral list.

One race in each of 25 wards

City councillor

Your address determines the ward race and councillor candidates on your ballot.

Based on school support

School board trustee

Toronto has four school boards with boundaries that differ from City wards.

Candidate information changes quickly

Use the City Clerk’s list for certified status and candidate-provided links. Very Toronto does not endorse candidates.

Official candidate list
School board ward chart (PDF)Ontario municipal voter guide

Why this matters

The daily-life election

City Hall decisions show up on your block: bus lanes and road repairs, housing approvals, parks and pools, libraries, nightlife rules, garbage pickup and the public realm. School trustees shape board budgets and policies. You do not need to follow the horse race to make a practical choice about the Toronto you want to live in.

Straight answers

Toronto election 2026 FAQ

When is the 2026 Toronto municipal election?

Election day is Monday, October 26, 2026. Voting places are open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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When is advance voting in Toronto?

Advance voting runs from Tuesday, October 6 through Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

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How do I check if I am on Toronto’s voters’ list?

Starting September 1, use the City’s MyVote tool to confirm, add or update your information. Online changes close October 11 at 7 p.m. You can also contact 311.

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Where do I vote in Toronto?

Starting September 1, enter your address in MyVote to see your election-day and advance voting places. Check again before leaving because locations can change.

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What identification do I need to vote?

Bring one acceptable document showing your name and qualifying Toronto address. Photo identification is not required.

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Do I need a voter information card to vote?

No. A voter information card can make check-in faster, but it is not required. You still need acceptable identification with your name and Toronto address.

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Who can vote in Toronto’s municipal election?

You must be a Canadian citizen, at least 18, and a Toronto resident—or you or your spouse must own or rent property in Toronto—and you must not be prohibited from voting by law.

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How do I vote by mail in Toronto in 2026?

Request a package through MyVote from September 1 to September 24 at 4:30 p.m. Toronto Elections must receive the completed package by October 14 at noon.

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Can someone vote for me by proxy?

Eligible voters can request a proxy voting form starting September 1 by contacting Toronto Elections through 311 or VoterRegistration@toronto.ca. Follow the City’s instructions before appointing a proxy.

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What am I voting for in the Toronto election?

The ballot includes mayor, one city councillor for your ward and, when eligible based on school support, one school board trustee. School board ward boundaries differ from City wards.

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