How to Vote

Municipal Election

How to vote online

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgJobco9cxs&t=185s 

How to vote by telephone

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPqE7TcBhp4&t=47s

How do I vote?

Here are five quick steps to help make voting easier:

Check if you are eligible to vote

Are you:

• a Canadian citizen
• at least 18 years old
• live in Shelburne (own or rent), or
• don’t live in Shelburne, but you or your spouse own or rent property in Shelburne.

Pick your preferred voting option and date

Shelburne Town Hall has been designated as a voter help centre (203 Main Street East, Shelburne).

There are three ways to vote:

• online using internet voting from October 11 to 24, 2022 - anywhere, anytime
• in person at the voter help centre October 12 to 19, 2022 from 8:30am to 4:30pm
• in person at the voter help centre October 21, 2022 from 8:30am to 4:30pm
• in person at the voter help centre on October 20, 2022 from 4:30pm to 8pm
• in person at the voter help centre on October 22, 2022, from 10am to 3pm at Shelburne Town Hall
• in person on election day, October 24, 2022, from 8:30am to 8:00pm at Shelburne Town Hall

Choose what time of day you want to vote

Vote anywhere, anytime.  The 2022 Municipal Election is being held via telephone and internet voting.  Check your mail for your voter notification card.  Voting hours are as noted above.

Supporting your accessibility requirements

We want to make voting as easy-as-possible for you. See the Election Accessibility Plan.

What do I need to bring when I vote?

There are two things to bring with you when you vote in person:

1. your voter notification card – it will save you time when you check in.
2. one piece of ID that has your name and address on it. Photo ID not required. Accepted ID includes:
   • Ontario driver’s license
   • Ontario photo card
   • A cancelled personalized cheque
   • An insurance policy or statement
   • Any other document included on Ontario’s acceptable documents for voter identification list

What should I expect if I vote in person?

When you arrive at your voting location, you will be greeted by Town of Shelburne election staff.

You will be given an electronic device to complete your ballot.

To vote for your chosen candidate, fill in the bubble beside their name and then cast your ballot in the tabulator.

Who can I contact for more information or help?

You can contact the Clerk at the Town of Shelburne by:

Email: clerk@shelburne.ca 

Telephone: 519-925-2600 ext. 223