Our municipal government provides services and manages issues that impact its residents. This includes transit, housing, community safety, infrastructure, recreational services, and more. It is important to vote for candidates who truly want to improve our city and contribute to its resilience.
Election Day is just two weeks away, and every vote counts. There will be two opportunities to vote, which will determine the direction of our city for the next four years. If we want change, we need to show up and push for it.
You can find information on how to vote below.
When to Vote
- Advance Voting Day is on October 16, 2026, from 10 am to 8 pm.
- Election Day is on October 26, 2026, from 10 am to 8 pm.
Where to Vote
You can find out where you can go vote by referring to one of the following:
- Checking your Voter Notification Letter, which contains information on your voting location
- Using the Where do I vote? tool
- Contacting the Elections Office or 311
How to Decide Who to Vote for
- Find the list of candidates running for mayor and the list of candidates running for councilor
- Research the candidates and learn about their positions. Resources can include, but are not limited to:
- Strong Towns Ottawa’s 2026 Election Questionnaire
- Election questionnaires created by news agencies and other organizations
- Social media pages and websites run by candidates
- Online recordings of debates you can find on YouTube
- In-person events hosted by candidates, community associations, and other organizations
- Directly contacting the candidate by email
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