Advance polls close at 9 p.m. tonight in Airdrie–Cochrane — but early voting continues at Elections Canada offices until Tuesday.
Voters heading to the advance polls tonight must go to their assigned polling station. The address is printed on the voter information card mailed by Elections Canada. You don’t need to bring the card, but accepted ID is required.
To vote, you must be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old on election day. If you're not registered, you can do so at the polls when you vote.
Other ways to vote
Missed the advance polls? You still have options.
You can vote in person at your local Elections Canada office or apply to vote by mail — but both close Tuesday, April 22, at 6 p.m. Mail ballots must arrive at Elections Canada by April 28 to be counted.
On election day, polls in Alberta are open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
To check your registration or find your polling place, visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868.
What ID do I need?
You have three options to prove your identity and address:
Option 1: One piece of government-issued photo ID
Must show your name and current address.
Examples:
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Driver’s licence
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Any other government-issued card with your photo, name, and address
Option 2: Two pieces of ID
Both must show your name; at least one must show your current address.
Examples:
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Voter information card and utility bill
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Bank statement and student ID
Option 3: No ID? No problem.
You can vote by declaring your identity and address in writing and having someone vouch for you. They must know you personally, vote at the same polling station, and show accepted ID.
Only one person can be vouched for, except in long-term care facilities where staff may vouch for multiple residents.
Expired ID is accepted if it still shows your name — and, if needed, your address.
You can show digital documents like e-statements on your phone or bring a printed copy. Photocopies are only accepted if the document was issued electronically.
ID must be in English or French. In Nunavut, Inuktitut is also accepted.
Voting by vouching
If you don’t have ID, someone can vouch for your identity and address. The voucher must appear on the list of electors at your polling station, know you personally, and present accepted ID.
They can only vouch for one person — unless they’re authorized staff in a care facility.
Gender identity and voting
Your appearance doesn’t have to match your ID photo. You can vote even if your documents list different gender indicators. Only your name and address matter when voting — not gender or sex.
Candidate representatives and ID
Candidate representatives, also known as scrutineers, may ask to see your ID. You are not required to show it to them. Only the election officer can decide if your ID is valid.
If the officer is satisfied, you vote.
Accessibility and support
Elections Canada says its identification rules are guided by three principles: inclusiveness, trust, and service to electors.
If you require sign language interpretation, you must request it by April 22.
If you’ve moved or are a student
If you've moved recently, bring ID that shows your current address. You can update your registration at the polls.
Students can use a Letter of Confirmation of Residence from their school, along with accepted ID, to prove where they live.
Voting in long-term care
Mobile polls will serve voters in long-term care homes and seniors’ residences. Times vary by location.
Candidates in Airdrie–Cochrane
Five candidates are confirmed:
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Christopher Bell – Christian Heritage Party of Canada
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Blake Richards – Conservative Party of Canada
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David Sabine – Libertarian Party of Canada
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Sean Secord – Liberal Party of Canada
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Sarah Zagoda – New Democratic Party
Elections Canada does not endorse or verify candidate websites.
Key election dates
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April 21: Last day to vote at advance polls
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April 22 (6 p.m.): Deadline to vote by mail or at an Elections Canada office
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April 22: Deadline to request sign language interpretation
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April 28: Election day (polls open 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Alberta)
Validated results will be posted by Elections Canada after election day.
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