How to Vote in Richmond Hill’s 2026 Municipal Election
Richmond Hill voters can vote online or in person by paper ballot.
Voters will elect a Mayor, up to two Regional Councillors, a local Councillor and School Board Trustees.
Ward 2 Boundary Map
Use the Ward 2 map to confirm whether your home is within the ward.
Online Voting
Online voting opens:
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Online voting closes:
Monday, October 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Eligible Richmond Hill voters may cast their ballot online during the voting period without attending a Vote Centre.
The City of Richmond Hill will provide the final online voting instructions and login requirements.
In-Person Voting
In-person voting will use paper ballots and vote tabulators.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, October 25, 2026
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Monday, October 26, 2026
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Where to Vote
The Vote Centre located in Ward 2 is:
Elgin Barrow Arena
43 Church Street South
Richmond Hill, ON L4C 1W1
You may attend any of Richmond Hill’s seven Vote Centres. At a Vote Centre, you can vote by paper ballot, use an online voting station, or request a change to the Voters’ List.
Who Can Vote
You can vote in Richmond Hill’s municipal election if you meet all of the following requirements:
- You are a Canadian citizen.
- You are at least 18 years old on or before October 26, 2026.
- You are a Richmond Hill resident, an owner or tenant of land in Richmond Hill, or the spouse of an owner or tenant of land in Richmond Hill.
- You are not prohibited from voting under any law.
Different eligibility rules may apply when voting for a School Board Trustee. Please review the City’s official voter information if you have questions about your school board designation.
Check the Voters’ List
You must be on the Voters’ List to vote. Beginning September 1, 2026, you can use the City’s website to check, add or update your voter information.
It is especially important to check your information if you have moved or changed your name.
Before You Vote
- Confirm that you are eligible to vote.
- Check that your name and information are correct on the Voters’ List.
- Confirm that you live in Ward 2.
- Choose whether you prefer to vote online or in person.
- Review the candidates and make an informed choice.
- Check the City’s website for any final instructions or updates.
Official Election Information
Voting dates, procedures and locations may be updated by the City of Richmond Hill. The City’s election website is the final source for official voting information.
Clear information, practical service and respect for residents. That is the approach I will bring to Ward 2.
