2026 Elections

Voter Eligibility

You are eligible to vote in Richmond if you meet the following requirements as either a resident elector or a non-resident property elector.

Resident Elector 
You may vote as a resident elector if you:

• are a Canadian citizen
  
• are at least 18 years old on General Voting Day (October 17, 2026)
  
• are a resident of Richmond
  
• have lived in BC for at least six months before registering to vote (April 16, 2026 is the last day to meet residency requirement if registering on General Voting Day)
  
• are not disqualified from voting by law

Non-Resident Property Elector
You may vote as a non-resident property elector if you:

• are a Canadian citizen
  
• are at least 18 years old on General Voting Day (Saturday, October 17, 2026)
  
• are not a Richmond resident
  
• personally own a property in Richmond for at least 30 days before registering to vote (September 16, 2026 is the last day to meet local property ownership requirement if registering on General Voting Day). Your property cannot be wholly or jointly owned by a corporation, business, or an organization.
  
• have lived in BC for at least six months before registering to vote (April 16, 2026 is the last day to meet residency requirement if registering on General Voting Day)
• are not disqualified from voting by law
  
  

Voter Registration

If you are eligible to vote in the 2026 Election, find out if you're already on the Voters List.

Am I on the Voters List?

Register early to vote

Registering in advance helps make voting quicker and easier. You’ll receive a voter card in the mail with your voting place and get faster service when you vote.

Register as a Resident Elector

The advance voter registration deadline with Elections BC has passed. You can still register to vote in person at any Advance Voting Opportunity or on General Voting Day.

Register as a Non-Resident Property Elector
You may register to vote in advance by contacting the Richmond Elections Office. You must re-register each election, as you will not be included in the Voters List (only resident electors).

You are required to make an appointment with the Richmond Elections Office before voting to have your forms checked by the Chief Election Officer, which will make the voting process faster for you when you vote.

You must make an appointment with the Chief Election Officer at the Richmond Elections Office located at City Hall in order to register as a non-resident property elector. If the property is jointly owned, you must complete a consent form.

Bring one of the following original documents:

1. Proof of ownership, for example:

• Land Title Office Title Search
  
• City of Richmond Property Tax Notice
  
• BC Property Assessment Notice

2. Two pieces of ID that provide evidence of your identity and place of residence (at least one of which must include your signature).

To register to vote as a non-resident property elector, email elections@richmond.ca or call 604-276-4100. 

Future Voters
Youth ages 16-17 can register through Elections BC to be automatically added to the voters list when they turn 18.

Register when you vote

Bring two separate pieces of ID that together include your name and residential address. One piece must include your signature. For a list of acceptable ID for voter registration, visit Frequently asked questions. 

You may change your name or address at the time of voting. Bring two pieces of ID when you go to the voting place.

Available resources for voters

Where do I vote?

Ready to vote? Find out your designated voting place on General Voting Day (October 17).

Voting Division Maps

Find your voting division by viewing the voting division maps.

Accessible Voting

Accessible Ballot Marking Device

An accessible ballot marking device is available at Richmond City Hall on advance voting dates (October 3, 7, 8, 9 and 10). This option will allow you to mark your ballot independently by using descriptive audio, touch screen, Braille, rocker paddle device, and sip and puff device.

Accessible Voting Options at All Voting Opportunities

• Request to have curb-side voting at the voting place. Please call the Elections Office at 604-276-4100 once you arrive at the voting place.
  
• Bring a family member to assist you with reading or marking your ballot at the voting booth. They must make a solemn declaration to faithfully and impartially assist you.

We strive to ensure that voting locations are accessible for people who use wheelchairs, walkers and mobility scooters; however, some locations are not fully accessible. We will ensure curb-side voting is well signed at locations that are not fully accessible.

Special Voting Provisions for Residents in Care Facilities

Special voting opportunities were held at various care homes on October 5, 6 and 7.

Translation
If you need help with translation, you may:

• Bring a friend or family member who will translate for you when you vote. They must make a solemn declaration to faithfully and impartially assist you.

• Use the translated voting instructions at your voting place, which will be provided in French, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Punjabi. Ballots are only available in English.

Mail ballot applications are now closed. Completed mail ballots must be received by 8:00 p.m. on October 17, 2026.

Mail ballot packages are no longer being mailed. If you request a package after 1:00 p.m. on October 7, you must pick it up at Richmond City Hall. Your package will be available for pick up based on when you successful submitted your request.  For pick up schedule and ballot drop-off instructions, visit Frequently Asked Questions.

Mail Ballot Request Status

After you request a mail ballot package, you can check the status of your application.

You will need to provide valid ID when applying. Once you request a mail ballot package, you CANNOT vote in person at advance voting opportunities or on General Voting Day. 

For more information, see the Frequently Asked Question

General Voting Day Turnout*

*General voting day figures are preliminary and subject to review and adjustment following final verification.

Total ballots cast: 57,771
Turnout percentage: 40.60%

Advance Voting Voter Turnout*

*Advance voting figures are preliminary and subject to review and adjustment following final verification.