Today, Monday, April 28th is official election day across Canada.
Polls will be open today from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm.
Once the polls close, check regularly at Central Alberta Online for the latest local and national numbers.
If you haven't voted already in an advanced poll, here's what you need to know before heading to vote today.
Where to vote?
Because of decennial redistribution process that was completed in 2023, Central Alberta riding boundaries have changed.
Click here to find out where you need to vote.
What kind of ID do I need to vote?
To vote, you must be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old on election day.
Option 1: Show one of these pieces of ID
- your driver's licence
- any other card issued by a Canadian government (federal, provincial/territorial or local) with your photo, name and current address
Option 2: Show two pieces of ID
Both must have your name and at least one must have your current address.
Click here for a list of accepted forms of ID.
Examples:
- voter information card and bank statement
- utility bill and student ID card
Option 3: If you don't have ID
You can still vote if you declare your identity and address in writing and have someone who knows you and who is assigned to your polling station vouch for you.
The voucher must be able to prove their identity and address. A person can vouch for only one person (except in long-term care facilities).
Who is running in Central Alberta?
Ponoka—Didsbury (5)
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ABRAHAM, Grant (United Party of Canada (UP))
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CALKINS, Blaine (Conservative)
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GRATTON, Larry (People's Party - PPC)
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HOOLEY, Logan (NDP-New Democratic Party)
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ZAFAR, Zarnab
Red Deer (6)
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ASSEFA, Elias (NDP-New Democratic Party)
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BAILEY, Burton (Conservative)
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BANGASH, Ayaz (Liberal)
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COURTE, Kyla (People's Party - PPC)
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MACDONALD, Ashley (Green Party)
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PRINGLE, Brandon (Christian Heritage Party)
Accessible polling stations
All electors are assigned a polling station for election day and advance polling days. Make sure your assigned polling station meets your accessibility needs.
- To find out how accessible your assigned polling station is:
- check your voter information card;
- visit elections.ca and enter your postal code into the Voter Information Service box; or
- call us at 1-800-463-6868 or 1-800-361-8935 (TTY).
- All polling stations will have either an automatic door opener or an election worker at the door to provide assistance.
If your polling station doesn't meet your accessibility needs, or if you need language or sign language interpretation when you go to vote, call us. Deadlines apply.
For more information on how we choose polling stations, please refer to our Polling Place Suitability Checklist.
How accessible is your polling station?
To find out how accessible your assigned polling station is, call us at 1-800-463-6868 or 1-800-361-8935 (TTY).