Mississauga’s municipal election day is October 26, 2026, and as part of The Local’s election coverage, we’re breaking down everything you need to know to cast your ballot. This guide answers common questions about voting in Mississauga, from who is eligible to what you’ll need to bring to polling locations.
Who do I get to vote for?
Eligible voters will cast their ballot for a mayor, a city councillor to represent their ward, and relevant school board trustee at the same time.
Voters can check which of Mississauga’s 11 wards they live in by using the city’s address lookup tool.
In Mississauga, city councillors also sit on the Region of Peel Council.
Am I eligible to vote?
You must be at least 18 years old, a Canadian citizen, and qualify to vote. Resident electors—the most common type of eligibility—own, rent or live in the municipality. You can also vote if your spouse rents or owns property in the municipality.
Mississaugans can check, update or add their registration to vote using the Voter Registration Portal. Voters can also add their name to the list at a polling station with proper identification during advance voting or on election day.
Where can I vote?
On October 26, polling stations are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.. Mississauga voters can cast their ballot at any location in their ward.
All advance polling locations are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., on October 6 and 7 at Mississauga Civic Centre, regardless of your ward. Locations for October 8 to 11 are on the City’s website.
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What do I need to bring with me?
To vote, you need to bring one piece of identification with your name and Mississauga address. That includes a drivers license, tax or utility bill, or Ontario health card. The City of Mississauga points voters to Ontario’s full list of acceptable identification.
What if I’m away or can’t get to a polling station?
If you are unable to vote in person on October 26 or at advance polls, you have a few options: designate another person to vote on your behalf by filling out the vote by proxy form, or register for Mississauga’s pilot Vote from Door program (intended for people confined to their homes because of injury, illness, and mobility limitations). Consult the City’s website for key dates and other information regarding these options. The City does not offer mail-in ballots.
Can I vote if I am a student?
Students living away from “home” while in school can vote in both their “home” municipality and the municipality where they go to school, provided that they do not intend to change their “permanent” home. Additionally, they are required to fill out and submit a form.
What if I recently moved?
If you’ve just moved, you can update your address using the Mississauga Voter Registration Portal, or bring identification with proof of address to a polling station.