What is the Federal Election?

The Canadian federal election determines who will become the Prime Minister. In each electoral district, or “riding,” Canadians elect a member of parliament (MP) who is sent to the House of Commons. The party that wins the most ridings in the general election is asked by the Governor General to form the government, and the leader of that party becomes the Prime Minister. The party that wins the second-highest number of seats in the House of Commons becomes the Official Opposition.   

Justin Trudeau is the current Prime Minister of Canada and the leader of Liberal Party of Canada. He was elected to office in 2015.

When is Election Day?

Monday October 21st, 2019

How Do I Know If I Am Eligible to Vote?

You can vote in the federal election if you are a Canadian citizen, are eighteen years of age or older on election day, reside in the area of the polling station, and have valid ID and proof of address.

How Do I Make Sure I Am Registered To Vote?

If you received a Voter Information Card in the mail, then you are registered to vote. If you did not receive a voter registration letter in the mail, you can register to vote online by visiting the Elections Canada online voter registration.

Where & When Can I Vote?

You will be able to vote on the University of Guelph Campus from Saturday, October 5th to Wednesday, October 9th, 2019.
You can vote at an advance poll on Friday, October 11th, Saturday, October 12th, Sunday, October 13th, and Monday, October 14th.
You can vote at any Elections Canada office. Offices are open seven days a week.
You can vote at your designated polling station on election day: Monday October 21st, 2019.

 For more information, including how to find the advance polling station closest to you and how to check whether a polling station is accessible, visit www.elections.ca

What Will Be On the Ballot?

When you go to vote, you will be voting for a member of parliament in your riding.

The ballot will be a list of all the candidates in your riding with their name and political party.
The ballot will have a white circle beside each candidate’s name.

What Do I Bring With Me To Vote?

Option 1: One piece of ID

- Either your driver’s license or any other card issued by a Canadian government (federal, provincial/territorial or local) with your photo, name and current address.

Option 2: Two pieces of ID

- One piece of ID must have your current address and both pieces of ID must have your name.
- For example, two of the following: student card, bank statement, voter information card, or utility bill.

Option 3: If you don’t have ID

- You are still able to vote if you declare your identity and address in writing and have someone who knows you and who is assigned to your polling station vouch for you.
- The voucher must be able to prove their identity and address.

Why Is It Important To Vote?

Voting allows your voice to be heard and has a significant impact on your future, your community, and future generations.

Voting allows you to be an active member of your community and your country.

The results of the election directly affect you and every vote matters.

A Guide to Voting in the Canadian Federal Election