Important dates and timelines for the 2026 B.C. provincial election

Advertisement 1 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Breadcrumb Trail Links HomeNewsLocal NewsPolitics Important dates and timelines for the 2026 B.C. provincial election Here are some important dates and timelines to know about the 2026 provincial election, including voting deadlines and campaign milestones. Author of the article: By Stephanie Ip Published Sep 22, 2026 Last updated 52 minutes ago 2 minute read Join the conversation Mark your calendars. B.C. is headed to the polls. PHOTO BY FRANCIS GEORGIAN /PNG Article content We’re headed to the polls. Article content Premier David Eby confirmed Tuesday that the provincial government would be dissolved and that British Columbians would be heading to the polls for a snap election. Article content Article content Because of the shortened lead-up time, it’s more important than ever to ensure you know what to expect and when. Article content Here are some important dates and timelines to know about this 2026 B.C. election, including voting deadlines and campaign milestones: Article content Article content When is the election? Article content Sunrise Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. Sign Up By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Article content The 44th provincial general election will take place on Oct. 24. Article content This is two years earlier than the previously scheduled provincial election that was set to happen in October 2028. Article content When does campaigning start? Article content Writ day is when an election is officially called and when the campaign period begins. For the 2026 snap election, writs were issued Tuesday, Sept. 22. Article content When is the nomination deadline? Article content Those who wish to run in the election have until Oct. 3 at 1 p.m. to hand in their nomination documents. Article content When does voter registration close? Article content Voters can register in advance or register when they go to vote. In order to vote, you must be a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years or older on Oct. 24 and a resident of B.C. since April 23, 2026. Article content All voters will need to prove their identity and residential address before voting. You can do this by bringing one piece of government-issued ID or two pieces of ID or documents that show your name (with at least one showing your…