Advance Voting Sees Strong Turnout in Ward 15 By-election for Don Valley West

October 28, 2024 Danielle Larmond 0 Comments 2 min read

Toronto — With a promising advance turnout, a total of 4,019 Ward 15 voters have already cast their ballots in the by-election for Don Valley West Councillor. This early turnout—split across two days—saw 1,877 voters turn out on Saturday, October 26, and 2,142 on Sunday, October 27.

Preparing for Election Day on November 4

For those who haven’t yet cast their vote, election day is set for Monday, November 4, with 49 polling locations open across the ward from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters are encouraged to confirm their assigned voting location, which is available through the City of Toronto’s election portal at www.toronto.ca/MyVote.

Advance voting turnout for the Ward 15, Don Valley West By-election

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Eligible voters should bring ID that confirms both their name and Ward 15 address. While a Voter Information Card (VIC) is not required to vote, it helps streamline the process. VICs were mailed to those on the voter list by October 10, and they are also accessible digitally via the MyVote portal.

Key Points on Voting and Identification

Voter Information Cards (VICs): VICs serve to inform voters of when and where to vote but are not a substitute for ID.
Identification Requirements: Voters must present ID showing both name and qualifying address; those not already on the list can register at the polling place on election day.
Digital VICs: For those who prefer digital copies, these can be accessed and downloaded to mobile devices through the City’s website.

For a comprehensive list of acceptable ID, visit the Toronto Elections page: www.toronto.ca/ByElection.

Election Night Results and Next Steps for Third-Party Advertisers

Unofficial results will be published starting at approximately 9 p.m. on election night, encompassing all ballots from advance and election day voting as well as any mail-in ballots received. For historical comparison, data from past by-elections is available on Toronto’s Open Data portal.

Third-Party Advertising Registration

Those interested in third-party advertising must register by Friday, November 1, at 4:30 p.m. Registration must be completed in person at Toronto City Hall, with approval from the City Clerk before any advertising activity can begin.

Toronto, one of the most vibrant and diverse cities globally, continues to be a leader in areas such as finance, culture, and climate action, reflecting the contributions of its residents and local businesses. For ongoing updates and information on the election, the City encourages residents to follow them on social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook.

For more information about the Ward 15 by-election, including election day procedures, results, and guidelines for third-party advertisers, visit the official Toronto Elections website at www.toronto.ca/byelection.

SOURCE City of Toronto