Winnipeg, MB – Eligible voters have turned out in record numbers to take advantage of advance voting opportunities across the city.
A total of 41,895 voters participated in advance voting for the 2022 Municipal and School Boards Election, marking a 5.1% increase from the 39,840 electors who voted at advance polls in 2018, when the previous advance voting record was set.
“Every election, our goal is to streamline the process, reduce wait times, and improve service for people casting a ballot,” said Marc Lemoine, City of Winnipeg Senior Election Official. “We’re seeing the results of that initiative based on the record number of voters who took advantage of the convenient opportunities.”
Advance voting locations were available across the city from October 3 – 21 in malls, universities, seniors’ residences, hospitals, and other convenient locations.
“We’re very pleased with all of the positive feedback we’ve received so far, and the fact that electors have turned out in record numbers ahead of Election Day means a lot to everyone involved,” he added. “And, of course, we want to encourage all eligible voters who have not yet voted to cast their ballots next week.”
Election Day is Wednesday, October 26. Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Voter’s notices outlining designated election day voting locations have been mailed to all registered voters. Residents are encouraged to bring their notice with them when they head to their designated voting location. In the absence of a voter’s notice, voters can head to winnipeg.ca/wheredoivote to find their election day voting location.
Voters are required to bring valid identification that shows their name and current home address - such as a driver’s license - when they head to the polls. In the absence of a driver's license or enhanced identification card, any two documents that together show the voter's name and current home address will also be accepted.
More information is available by visiting winnipeg.ca/election2022 or by contacting 311.