Canadians will have four days to cast their ballot early in the 45th federal general election, with advance voting set for this weekend.
Elections Canada says advance polls will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. local time on Friday, April 18; Saturday, April 19; Sunday, April 20; and Monday, April 21.
Unlike some provincial or municipal elections, voters in federal elections must cast their ballot at their assigned polling station. Electors can find their station’s address on the back of their voter information card, online at elections.ca by entering their postal code, or by calling 1-800-463-6868.
To vote, electors must bring ID to prove their identity and address. A full list of accepted identification is available online.
In addition to advance polls, early voting is also available at any Elections Canada office until Tuesday, April 22 at 6 p.m. local time. Voters may also apply to vote by mail before that same deadline, but must ensure their special ballot is returned on time. Ballots can be mailed or dropped off in person at a local Elections Canada office before polls close on election day.
Elections Canada is also recruiting workers for a range of paid positions during the election. Those interested in working the vote can apply online or contact their local office.
Elections Canada is an independent, non-partisan agency that reports directly to Parliament.
Five candidates have been confirmed in the Chatham-Kent–Leamington riding for this month’s election:
– Dave Epp, Conservative Party of Canada
– Trevor Lee, People’s Party of Canada
– Seamus McInnis Fleming, New Democratic Party
– Keith Pickard, Liberal Party of Canada
– James Plunkett, Green Party of Canada
Election day is April 28, 2025.
More details are available https://www.elections.ca/.
