Elections


2026 City of Richmond election logo

The next general local election will be held on October 17, 2026.

Eligible voters will cast their ballot to elect one (1) mayor, eight (8) councillors and seven (7) school trustees.

Voter information

Resources are available on the Elections BC website for the following:

  • Register to vote if you are 18 years old or older;
  • Update voter information such as a change of address or change of name; and
  • Pre-registering to add your name to the future voter's list if you are 16 or 17 years old.
Candidate information

Information on candidate nominations for the 2026 Richmond General Local Election will be released soon. Please check back on updates on nomination process, candidate requirements and important dates and deadlines.

Available resources for candidates


View Election Results from past elections

The Richmond Elections Office is a non-partisan office that administers the Election.

Richmond Elections Office 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond,
British Columbia, V6Y 2C1 elections@richmond.ca 604-276-4100