Important reminders ahead of the 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections
Haldimand County is issuing some important reminders for eligible voters as they prepare to head to the polls or cast their ballots online for the 2026 Municipal and School Boards Elections.
Voters list registration
Eligible voters can confirm, update, or add their information to the Voters List at www.haldimandvotes.ca.
Voter Notification Letters, which include voting instructions and credentials, have been mailed to all eligible voters. If an eligible voter does not receive their Voter Notification Letter, they should contact the Elections team at election@haldimandcounty.ca.
Ways to vote
Eligible voters will be able to cast their ballot in several ways:
Online voting
Internet voting will run from Friday, October 16, 2026, at 9 a.m. to Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 5 p.m. All eligible voters will receive a Personal Identification Number (PIN) in their Voter Notification Letter that will allow them to vote online. The link to the online voting portal will be live at www.haldimandvotes.ca on Friday, October 16 at 9 a.m.
Voters will need access to the internet, their PIN, and date of birth to vote online. During the internet voting period, voters will be able to vote at the library and the Haldimand County Administration Building; library staff and customer service representatives will be able to assist if needed. If you are having issues casting your ballot online, you can reach out to Haldimand County's Elections team.
Advance Voting – In person
Eligible voters can cast their ballots in-person at any Advance Polling location they choose.
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Saturday, October 17: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at McSorley Family Room, Cayuga Arena (55 Thorburn Street South, Cayuga)
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Sunday, October 18: 12 to 4 p.m. at Dunnville Community Lifespan Centre (275 Ramsey Drive, Dunnville)
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Monday, October 19: 3 to 7 p.m. at Hagersville Active Living Centre (11 Athens Street, Hagersville)
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Tuesday, October 20: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jarvis Lions Community Centre (18 James Street East, Jarvis)
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Wednesday, October 21: 12 to 4 p.m. at Caledonia Lions Community Centre (100 Haddington Street, Caledonia)
Election Day – In person
Voting Day is Monday, October 26, 2026. All Voting Day polls are open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eligible voters can vote at any voting location they choose. Voting locations include:
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McSorley Family Room, Cayuga Arena - 55 Thorburn Street South, Cayuga
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Dunnville Community Lifespan Centre - 275 Ramsey Drive, Dunnville
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Hagersville Active Living Centre - 11 Athens Street, Hagersville
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Jarvis Lions Community Centre - 18 James Street East, Jarvis
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Caledonia Lions Community Centre - 100 Haddington Street, Caledonia
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Selkirk Christian Chapel - 20 Erie Street North, Selkirk
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Gateway Church - 15 Haldimand 66, Caledonia
Accepted I.D.
To vote in person at a poll location:
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Bring your Voter Notification Letter (VNL)
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Bring acceptable identification showing your name and address
If you do not have a single piece of ID with both your name and address, you may provide 2 pieces of ID together. Examples of accepted I.D. include, but aren’t limited to:
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Ontario driver’s licence
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Ontario Health Card (photo card)
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Ontario Photo Card
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Ontario motor vehicle permit (vehicle portion)
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cancelled personalized cheque
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mortgage statement, lease or rental agreement relating to property in Ontario
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insurance policy or insurance statement
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loan agreement or other financial agreement with a financial institution
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document issued or certified by a court in Ontario
Voting Accessibility
Haldimand County is committed to providing accessible election services. Information about accessible voting options and assistive supports are available at haldimandvotes.ca.
Election results
On Voting Day, October 26, results will be displayed in a live dashboard once all polls close, as ballots are tabulated. The live dashboard will be viewable at www.haldimandvotes.ca. Unofficial results will be shared on the Haldimand County website and social media channels the evening of October 26; official results will be certified by the Clerk and shared on the website/social media on October 27. The inaugural meeting of the 2026-2030 Term of Council will be held on November 16 at 6 p.m.
Residents with questions about the 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections are encouraged to visit www.haldimandvotes.ca for official voting information, and to contact the Elections team with any questions.
