How to Vote in Victoria
Make your voice count. Here's everything you need to know to vote in the October 2026 Victoria City Council election.
Victoria Election 2026 postcards will be mail-dropped to homes the week of September 14–18, followed by the City Connect newsletter the week of September 21–25.
When and Where to Vote
Advance Voting
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Victoria Conference Centre
October 7, 13, 14 and 15 — 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. each day.
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University of Victoria
October 14 — tentatively 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (to be confirmed by the City).
Mail-in Voting
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Pick up your ballot at City Hall
Ballots available after September 17.
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Have a ballot mailed to you
Register your name and address after September 17 online at victoria.ca/city-government/elections, email legislativeservices@victoria.ca, or call 250-361-0571.
Ballots must be returned to the City by October 17.
Election Day — Saturday, October 17
On Election Day, you may vote at any one of 12 voting places across Victoria. Exact locations will be confirmed by the City by September 7 — check back closer to the date.
Victoria Voting Areas
Victoria's neighbourhoods and voting areas are shown on the City's district map. Use it to confirm your neighbourhood and find your nearest polling station once Election Day locations are announced.
Source: City of Victoria Open Data
Voting Tips
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What to bring
Bring government-issued photo ID showing your name and Victoria address. A BC Driver's Licence or BC ID Card is ideal.
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Who can vote
You are eligible to vote in the Victoria City Council election if you are a Canadian citizen, 18+ years old, and a resident or property owner in Victoria for at least 30 days before the election.
Information provided by the City of Victoria. For the most up-to-date details, please confirm directly with the City closer to the election.