On this page
Check, update, or add your information to Voters List.
Plan Your Vote
Before you vote
Where and when
- Find advanced voting locations and accessible supports for each Ward
- View the map of polling locations
Other ways to vote
General Election Information
The next municipal election is October 26, 2026. Polls will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Advanced polling will occur on the following dates:
- October 10th and 11th, 2026 at City Hall (1 Carden Street) from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- October 12th to 15th, 2026 at City Hall (1 Carden Street) from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- October 16th to 18th, 2026 at one location in each Ward and City Hall (1 Carden Street) Locations will be specified at a future date. Polls will be open:
- October 16th – 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- October 17th – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- October 18th – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
See the list of locations you can vote in advance and on October 26.
Voters
In the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, Guelph voters will elect the positions of Mayor, City Councillors and School Board Trustees.
The position of Mayor is elected at-large, meaning across the entire City.
- City Councillors in Guelph are elected by Ward, and each voter selects up to two candidates when voting.
- School Board Trustees are selected based on the school board you qualify to vote for.
Update your Voter Information
From September 1 to October 9, 2026, eligible voters can check, update, or add their information to the voters’ list for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election either online at Voters List – VoterServices or in person at City Hall located at 1 Carden Street, Guelph ON.
Please note for qualifying ID, that an Ontario Healthcard can only be accepted if the address is visible on the identification.
Need More Information?
For inquiries related to the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, contact the City Clerk’s Office at 519-837-5625 or at [email protected].
