Before you vote

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Eligibility

You can vote in the 2026 Municipal Election if you are:

A Canadian citizen

At least 18 years old

A resident in the City of Mississauga, or;

A non-resident and you or your spouse owns or rents property in Mississauga

You are not eligible to vote in the 2026 Municipal Election if you:

Are serving a sentence of imprisonment in a penal or correctional institution

Are a corporation

Are acting as executor or trustee or in any other representative capacity (except as a voting proxy)

Were convicted of the corrupt practice described in Municipal Elections Act, 1996, less than five years ago

You can only vote once, regardless of how many properties you own or rent in Mississauga.

Identification requirements

You must bring one of the following acceptable identification (ID) with you to the voting location:

  • Ontario driver’s licence
  • Ontario photo card
  • Cancelled personalized cheque
  • Insurance policy or statement
  • Any other document included on the voter identification list

Why you should vote

As a Canadian citizen, voting is your right and responsibility. Your community is shaped by the outcome of an election.

The people who are elected will make many important decisions including how tax dollars are spent in your community.