Toronto officials are rolling out a campaign to inform residents about the upcoming municipal election on October 25, 2026, and to encourage use of mail‑in and advance‑voting options. The city’s election office released a guide that outlines the procedures for requesting a ballot by mail, the deadline for returning completed mail‑in ballots, and the locations and hours of advance‑voting sites that will be open in the weeks before election day. The information is part of a broader effort to increase participation in the city’s municipal contests, which are held on the fourth Monday of October each four‑year cycle.
CBC reporter Mercedes Gaztambide highlighted the city’s outreach, noting that the municipal government is using multiple channels, including social media posts, community flyers, and local news segments, to reach a diverse electorate. The city’s communications team emphasized that voting by mail or in person before election day provides flexibility for residents with work schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility challenges, and it can help reduce lines at polling stations on the day itself.
The advance‑voting period will run for several days at designated sites across Toronto’s neighborhoods, allowing voters to cast their ballots at a convenient time. Mail‑in ballots must be requested in advance and returned by the stipulated deadline to be counted, though the exact cutoff date was not specified in the release. City officials stress that all eligible Toronto residents, including those who have moved within the city or changed their address, should verify their registration status before the election.
By publicizing these voting options, the city hopes to boost turnout and ensure that more voices are heard in the selection of the mayor, city councilors and school board trustees. The initiative reflects a continued focus on civic engagement as Toronto prepares for its 2026 municipal election.