Elections Ottawa

09/04/2026

Did you know? Voter Identification must include your name and qualifying address; photo ID is not required. Learn more: https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/elections/voters/voter-identification

09/01/2026

Keep an eye on your mailbox - Voter Notification Letters have gone out! If you need to update your voter information, you can do so during the Revision Period beginning today until September 20. Details: https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/city-news/newsroom/2026-municipal-elections-verify-your-information-voters-list-and-make-plan-vote

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

Do you know who will be on your ballot this October? Enter your address in the “Who is running in my ward?” tool to see your list of candidates for the 2026 Municipal Elections. Check out the tool today: https://elections.ottawa.ca/CandidateList/CandidateList

08/28/2026

Every time a bell rings, an Elections Office milestone is reached... It’s a small moment that keeps us motivated as we prepare for the 2026 Municipal Elections. This week, we reached a training milestone by completing week one of election worker training.

Interested in joining the team? We’re still hiring election workers! Apply today at https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/elections/jobs/job-opportunities.

08/27/2026

Stay informed throughout the election period. Check out ottawa.ca/vote for information about the 2026 Municipal Elections, including the list of certified candidates, job opportunities, voter eligibility, and updating your information on the Voters’ List.

08/27/2026

Going away for school this fall? If you’ll live in one municipality for school but keep your permanent address in another, you may be eligible to vote in BOTH municipal elections. Make your voice heard! Learn more: https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/elections/voters/who-can-vote

08/26/2026

Not sure what ‘voting by proxy’ is? It allows an eligible elector to appoint a proxy - another eligible elector - to vote on their behalf. All required forms must be completed and certified before a proxy can be appointed. Details: https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/elections/voters/voting-opportunities/vote-proxy

08/25/2026

Did you know? Election signs for the 2026 Municipal Elections can be placed on public and private property on September 11, 45 days before Voting Day! Learn more: https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/elections/learn-more-about-municipal-elections?page=2257891.

08/24/2026

Reminder! We’re hiring election workers for the 2026 Municipal Elections. Apply today at https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/elections/jobs/job-opportunities.