Voting in the 2026 B.C. Election: What you need to know

Advertisement 1 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Breadcrumb Trail Links HomeNewsLocal NewsPolitics Voting in the 2026 B.C. Election: What you need to know Whether in person, in advance or by mail, here's everything you need to know to vote in the 2026 provincial election. Author of the article: By Stephanie Ip Published Sep 23, 2026 Last updated 13 minutes ago 4 minute read Join the conversation Here's everything you need to know to vote in the 2026 B.C. election. PHOTO BY ARLEN REDEKOP /PNG Article content With both a civic and a provincial election taking place in October, it’s easy to get lost in the details. Article content B.C.’s provincial election will take place on Oct. 24, two years earlier than scheduled after Premier David Eby called a snap election. Article content Article content Here’s everything you need to know to vote in the 2026 B.C. election. Article content READ MORE: Important dates and timelines for the 2026 B.C. election Article content Article content Article content When is the B.C. 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 provincial election takes place on Saturday, Oct. 24. Article content Nominations for candidates are accepted until 1 p.m. on Oct. 3. Article content What important dates do I need to know? Article content In order to vote, you’ll need to be registered as a voter. Article content The deadline for registering in advance (either online or by phone) is Oct. 1. This will ensure you receive a Where to Vote card in the mail and streamline the process when you arrive to vote in person. After Oct. 1, you’ll have to check online for your nearest polling station and register when you arrive on voting day. Article content Advance voting takes place from Oct. 16 to 21. Article content You can also vote by mail by requesting a package online or by phone 1-800-661-8683 by Oct. 18 at the latest. Mail-in ballots must be received by Elections B.C. no later than Oct. 24. Article content The last day to vote is election day on Oct. 24. Article content How do I register to vote in B. C.? Article content To be eligible to vote, you must be a Canadian citizen who is at least 18 years of age and must have lived in B.C. for the past six months. Article…