Where and when can I vote?

At any of the following 2026 voting opportunities, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM:

Advance Voting Day #1 = Date & Location TBD

Advance Voting Day #2 = Date & Location TBD

General Election Day = Saturday, October 17, 2026 -- Location TBD

***Special voting opportunities may also be held for residents of seniors' care facilities. Dates/Locations TBD.

***As authorized by the Local Government Act, and pursuant to the City of Williams Lake's General Local Government Election Bylaw No. 2364, voting may be done by mail ballot. Contact the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer (250-392-1773/1774; elections@williamslake.ca) to inquire on how to sign up for a mail ballot package.

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1. When is the next election?
2. Where and when can I vote?
3. Do I qualify to vote?
4. Can I still vote if I do not live in the City of Williams Lake boundaries?
5. When will we know who is running for Mayor and Councillors?
6. Is my name on the current list of electors?
7. Can I register to vote on election day?
8. Do I need identification to vote?
9. Do you offer curbside voting for persons with disabilities?
10. Can I vote if I am out of town in October?
11. Are mail-in ballots permitted?
12. Do I have to vote for all six (6) Councillor positions on the ballot?
13. Am I qualified to run for office?
14. Do I have to live in the City of Williams Lake to run for office?
15. How to I get nominated?
16. How many nominators do I need to run for office?
17. Where do I get nomination papers and when is the period for filing them?
18. What are the rules for campaign signs?
19. Where can I find information on campaign financing, elector organizations and third party sponsors?
20. Where can I find information on financial disclosure requirements?
21. What is an Elector Organization?
22. What is a Campaign Organizer?
23. Does the public have access to candidates’ nomination documents?
24. What was the voter turnout for past municipal elections in Williams Lake?
25. Who can I contact if I have questions?