Mail-in Voting Applications for Ward 25 By-Election Due September 4

Scarborough-Rouge Park residents reminded of key deadlines for September 29 council vote

Toronto, ON — Eligible voters in Ward 25, Scarborough-Rouge Park, are reminded that the deadline to apply for mail-in voting in the upcoming City Council by-election is Thursday, September 4 at 4:30 p.m.

How to Apply for Mail-in Voting

Residents can apply online at toronto.ca/VoteByMail or by calling 416-338-1111 and pressing ‘5’. Applicants will receive a confirmation code by email, which can be used to track the status of their Mail-in Voting package. Packages will begin mailing out on Monday, September 8.

Voter Information Cards (VICs)

• VICs will be mailed starting Thursday, September 11 to voters who are on the list by September 4.

• Voters can also access a digital VIC on the MyVote webpage and present it on a mobile device with valid ID.

• A VIC is not required to vote and is not considered valid identification.

Voters’ List Additions and Updates

Eligible voters must add or update their name by 7 p.m. on September 21 for it to appear on the printed list at polling stations.
If not already on the list, voters can register at the polls with valid ID:

• Advance voting: September 20–21, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

• Election Day: September 29, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Proxy Voting

Those unable to vote in person or by mail may appoint a proxy who is eligible to vote in Toronto. Proxy forms must be certified by the City Clerk no later than September 29 at 4:30 p.m. Certification can be completed at City Hall, 89 Northline Road (by appointment), or during advance voting at:

• Malvern Recreation Centre, 30 Sewells Rd.

• Heron Park Community Recreation Centre, 292 Manse Rd.

Canada Post Contingency

In case of a postal disruption, voters can:

• Use the MyVote portal to access a digital VIC.

• Receive alternate instructions for voting if they have already applied for mail-in voting.

Election Day

The by-election to fill the Ward 25, Scarborough-Rouge Park council seat takes place on Monday, September 29. Voting will run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

For complete details on eligibility, mail-in ballots, proxy voting, and polling locations, visit toronto.ca/byelection.

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