Who Can Vote?
How old do you need to be to vote in a federal election?
18 years old on election day
Can you register to vote on election day?
Yes — at your polling station with proper ID
What’s one ID you can show to vote?
Driver’s licence (or any government-issued ID with name, photo, and address)
Name one place you can vote.
On election day at your polling station
What should you bring to vote?
Accepted ID that shows your name and address
What is one thing you need to be to vote in Canada?
A Canadian Citizen
What’s the deadline to register early at an Elections Canada office?
Tuesday before election day at 6 p.m
True or False: You need two pieces of ID to vote.
False — one is enough if it shows your name, photo, and address
What are advance polling days?
The Friday to Monday the week before election day
Name all 3 requirements to vote in a federal election.
Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old, and prove identity/address
Name two ways to register before election day.
Online or at an Elections Canada office
What can you do if you have no ID?
Have someone vouch for you who knows you and votes at the same place
Can students vote on campus?
Yes — at select campuses using a special ballot
Can you vote without a voter information card?
Yes — as long as you have ID
True or False: Permanent residents can vote in federal elections.
False — only Canadian citizens can vote
What document will you receive in the mail if you're registered?
A voter information card
Can you use digital documents (like an e-bill) as ID?
Yes — printed or shown on a phone
What is a “special ballot”?
A ballot you can use to vote from anywhere (office, campus, mail)
What time are polling stations open on election day?
12 hours — 8am to 8pm
What should you do if you haven’t received your voter information card?
Go to elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868 to check your registration
How can you update your address or name for voting?
Online at elections.ca, by phone, or at your polling station with ID
What must the second ID show if your first only has your name?
Your current address
What’s the deadline to apply to vote by mail?
Tuesday before election day at 6 p.m.
What if your polling station isn’t accessible for you?
Call Elections Canada before voting day for accommodations