City Encourages Residents to Confirm They Are on the Voters' List

The City of Owen Sound encourages all eligible residents to confirm they are on the Voters' List and that their information is up to date before the upcoming 2026 Municipal and School Board Election.

Residents can visit Owen Sound's election website at OwenSoundVotes.ca to learn about voter eligibility, acceptable identification, voting methods, and key election dates. To check whether you are on the Voters' List, visit the website and use our online tool. If you need to update your information or be added to the Voters' List, please visit the City Hall Service Counter for support.

To be eligible to vote in the City of Owen Sound Municipal Election, an individual must be a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years of age on voting day, and either reside in the City of Owen Sound, own or rent property in the City, or be the spouse of such a person. Renters are eligible to vote and are encouraged to ensure they are registered.

Residents visiting City Hall to check, update, or add their information to the Voters' List are encouraged to bring identification and proof of residence. A full list of acceptable identification is available on OwenSoundVotes.ca.

The City is committed to making voter registration accessible. Residents without identification can still be added to the Voters' List by visiting City Hall and completing a declaration.

Individuals who confirmed or updated their voter information through RegisterToVoteON.ca before the August 12 deadline can expect to receive their Voter Information Letter in the mail before October 7. For those who confirmed after August 12 either online or at City Hall, Voter Information Letters will arrive before October 16.

The Voter Information Letter includes important voting information and the unique credentials required to cast a ballot during the voting period.

The City is encouraging all eligible residents to:

• Visit OwenSoundVotes.ca and review voter information.
• Confirm they are on the Voters' List.
• Visit City Hall if they need to update or add voter information.
• Bring identification and proof of residence when possible.
• Watch for their Voter Information Letter in early October.

The 2026 Municipal and School Board Election voting period runs from October 16 to October 26, 2026, with voting available by internet or telephone.

For more information, visit OwenSoundVotes.ca or contact the Election Team at 519-370-7350 or elections@owensound.ca .

Quote:

"Voting is one of the most important ways residents can have a say in the future of their community. Taking a few minutes now to confirm your voter information can help ensure a smooth voting experience this October."

-Mayor Ian Boddy

Quick Link:

• For all information for the upcoming Municipal and School Board Election please visit OwenSoundVotes.ca.

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