Advance voting opened on Friday, August 21, 2026, for three federal byelections that will be held on April 13, 2026. The voting period covers two ridings in the Toronto area of Ontario and one riding in the Montreal area of Quebec.
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government will be watching the process closely, as the three contests were the ones that delivered his majority government earlier this year. The two Toronto‑area ridings and the single Montreal‑area riding were decisive in shifting the balance of power in the House of Commons.
Election officials have set up advance‑voting locations across the affected municipalities, allowing eligible voters to cast their ballots ahead of the official election day. The early‑voting window is intended to increase participation and to accommodate voters who may be unable to attend a polling station on April 13.
The three byelections are the only ones scheduled for this cycle, and their outcomes will confirm whether the current parliamentary composition remains unchanged. While the results of the April 13 vote have already secured a majority for Carney’s party, the advance‑voting period offers a final opportunity for any shifts in voter sentiment to be recorded before the final count.
Authorities have reminded residents of the importance of checking their eligibility and bringing proper identification to the advance‑voting sites. The process follows standard federal election protocols, and the same procedures will apply on election day in April.
As the nation approaches the final stages of this electoral episode, the focus remains on ensuring a smooth and accessible voting experience for all participants in the Toronto and Montreal ridings.