Alternate voting options available for voters to cast their ballot

September 8, 2026

Niagara voters who are unable to cast their ballot on Election Day (Oct. 26, 2026), or who are unable to attend an advance poll, have other options, such as voting by mail (available only in participating municipalities) or assigning a voting proxy.

A voting proxy is someone who will cast a ballot on another’s behalf in their absence. The person acting as a proxy must also be an eligible voter.

A voting proxy can be appointed for one or more family members (parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, sibling or spouse) or for one person who is not a family member.

Visit Niagara Votes, or contact your local municipal Clerk’s Office or website, to learn more about alternate voting options and voting requirements.

Media contact

Janet Rose
Senior Communications Specialist
Niagara Region
289-668-3629
janet.rose@niagararegion.ca