Election day
Vote Monday, October 26 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at your assigned voting place.
Voting-day guide
Verified Sep 7, 2026
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.
MyVote is live. Check the voters’ list, where to vote and candidates. Next deadlines: Sep 20 for a mailed voter card and Sep 24 to request a mail ballot.
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
Do this week
Sep 20, 11:59 p.m.: be on the voters’ list to get a mailed voter information card.
Sep 24, 4:30 p.m.: request your mail ballot if you plan to vote by mail.
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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.
Sep 1
MyVote opened
Live since September 1. Check the voters’ list, find voting places and request a mail ballot.
Sep 20
Voter card cutoff
Be on the voters’ list by 11:59 p.m. to receive a voter information card by mail.
Sep 24
Mail ballot request deadline
Request a mail-in voting package by 4:30 p.m.
Sep 28
Voter cards start mailing
Mailing starts for voters on the list by September 20 at 11:59 p.m.
Oct 6–11
Advance voting (early voting)
Vote daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Kids Vote weekend is October 10–11 at all advance voting places.
Oct 11
Online list changes close
MyVote voters’ list additions and updates close at 7 p.m.
Oct 14
Completed mail ballots due
Toronto Elections must receive completed packages by noon. A postmark does not count.
Oct 26
Election day
Polls are open Monday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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.
Early voting: October 6–11
Advance voting, also called early voting, runs October 6–11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Enter your address in MyVote for your advance voting locations. Kids Vote weekend is October 10–11 at all advance voting places.
Find early voting locations in MyVoteAdvance / early voting
Vote October 6–11 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. MyVote shows your advance location.
Find early voting locationsVote by mail
Request by September 24 at 4:30 p.m. Your completed package must arrive by October 14 at noon. A postmark does not count.
Mail voting detailsVote by proxy
Contact 311 or 416-338-1111 to request the official proxy form.
Proxy informationReturning a mail ballot? One drop box per ward is available October 1–14, closing October 14 at noon. See the City’s mail-in voting page for drop box locations.
What to bring
One acceptable document showing your name and qualifying Toronto address. Photo ID and a voter card are not required.
The highest-value five minutes
Open MyVote now before you make a voting plan
Use MyVote now to check, add or update your voters’ list information, find your ward map and voting places, and see your candidates. Download or print your digital voter information card. Sample ballots are available in mid to late September.
Check MyVote again before voting because voting places can change. Select your address from the dropdown. If you cannot find your voter record, try adjusting the unit field. See the City’s MyVote address help.
Useful cutoffs
- Sep 20, 11:59 p.m.: be listed to receive a voter card by mail.
- Sep 28: voter cards start mailing.
- Oct 11, 7 p.m.: online list changes and digital voter card access 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.
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- 1Etobicoke North
- 2Etobicoke Centre
- 3Etobicoke-Lakeshore
- 4Parkdale-High Park
- 5York South-Weston
- 6York Centre
- 7Humber River-Black Creek
- 8Eglinton-Lawrence
- 9Davenport
- 10Spadina-Fort York
- 11University-Rosedale
- 12Toronto-St. Paul’s
- 13Toronto Centre
- 14Toronto-Danforth
- 15Don Valley West
- 16Don Valley East
- 17Don Valley North
- 18Willowdale
- 19Beaches-East York
- 20Scarborough Southwest
- 21Scarborough Centre
- 22Scarborough-Agincourt
- 23Scarborough North
- 24Scarborough-Guildwood
- 25Scarborough-Rouge Park
What is on the ballot
Toronto 2026 election candidate list
The City of Toronto’s official candidate list is the source of truth for mayor, councillor and school board trustee candidates. Use MyVote to see the candidates for your address. Toronto’s election is non-partisan.
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.
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.
Official sourceWhen 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.
Official sourceWhen is early voting in Toronto 2026?
Early voting is Toronto’s advance voting: October 6–11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. Enter your address in MyVote to find your advance voting locations.
Official sourceWhere are early voting locations?
MyVote shows your early voting (advance voting) locations when you enter your Toronto address. Advance voting runs October 6–11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Check MyVote again before leaving because locations can change.
Official sourceHow do I check if I am on Toronto’s voters’ list?
Use MyVote now to confirm, add or update your information. Online changes close October 11 at 7 p.m. For help, call 311 or 416-338-1111.
Official sourceWhere do I vote in Toronto?
Use MyVote now. Enter your address to see your election-day and advance voting places. Check again before leaving because locations can change.
Official sourceWhat ward am I in?
Enter your Toronto address in MyVote to find your ward and ward map. Use your street address, since postal codes can cross ward boundaries.
Official sourceMy neighbourhood is Harbord Village, what ward am I in?
A neighbourhood name, such as Harbord Village, is not a City ward. Enter your street address in MyVote to find your ward and candidates for your ballot. Sample ballots are available in mid to late September. Use your address rather than a neighbourhood name or postal code to confirm your ward.
Official sourceWhen do Toronto voter information cards mail?
Mailing starts September 28 for voters on the list by September 20 at 11:59 p.m. You can also download or print a digital voter information card in MyVote until October 11 at 7 p.m.
Official sourceWhen is Kids Vote weekend?
Kids Vote weekend is October 10–11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at all advance voting places.
Official sourceWhat identification do I need to vote?
Bring one acceptable document showing your name and qualifying Toronto address. Photo identification is not required.
Official sourceDo 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.
Official sourceWho 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). You must not be prohibited from voting by law.
Official sourceHow do I vote by mail in Toronto in 2026?
Request a package through MyVote now, by September 24 at 4:30 p.m. It must arrive by October 14 at noon. A postmark does not count. Ward drop boxes are available October 1–14, closing at noon on October 14. See the City’s mail-in voting page for locations.
Official sourceCan someone vote for me by proxy?
Eligible voters can request a proxy voting form by contacting Toronto Elections through 311 or VoterRegistration@toronto.ca. Follow the City’s instructions before appointing a proxy.
Official sourceWhat 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.
Official source