Voting is officially underway for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election.
The Voting Period opens Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and will remain open until Monday, October 26, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. Electors can cast their ballot by telephone or internet, anytime during the voting period.
For more information about the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, including Voter Assistance Centre hours and election updates, electors are encouraged to visit saugeenshores.ca/Elections or contact the Elections Team 519-832-2008 ext. 100.
Have Your Voter Information Letter (VIL) Ready
Electors will need their Voter Information Letter (received by mail) to access the voting system. Each letter includes voting instructions and your unique Voting PIN.
Need Help Voting?
Electors who have questions about voting, have not received their Voter Information Letter, or require assistance accessing the voting system should contact the Elections Team or visit the Voting Assistance Centre.
Electors are encouraged to bring identification showing their name and qualifying address (e.g. utility bill) when visiting the Voting Assistance Centre.
The Voting Assistance Centre will be available at the Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre (AWC) in Port Elgin throughout the voting period to assist voters with internet voting. Voting kiosks will be available for those who need access to a computer or support casting their votes.
The Pryde AWC offers accessible parking and entrances, and members of the Elections Team will be available to provide assistance and answer questions throughout the voting process.
Voting Assistance Centre Hours:
- Monday, October 19, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 20, 2026 – Friday, October 23, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Sunday, October 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Monday, October 26, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Haven’t Received Your Voter Information Letter?
Eligible voters who have not received their Voter Information Letter by Monday, October 19, 2026 will need to contact the Town’s Election staff by email elections@saugeenshores.ca or phone 519-832-2008 ext. 100 as soon as possible.
If you are not on the Voters’ List, you may be added by visiting the Municipal Office or Voter Assistance Centre in person. You will be required to complete an Application to Amend the Voters’ List – Form EL15 and provide identification showing your name and qualifying address.
