Alberta election vote by mail

In Alberta, Canada, vote-by-mail (also known as absentee voting) is an option for eligible voters who cannot cast their ballot in person on election day. Here's what you need to know:

Who can vote by mail?

To vote by mail, you must be a registered voter in Alberta and meet one of the following criteria:

  1. You are unable to vote in person due to a physical disability or illness.
  2. You are away from your electoral division on election day (e.g., on vacation, working out of town, or living abroad).
  3. You are a member of the Canadian Armed Forces or a merchant navy personnel serving outside of Alberta.
  4. You are a Canadian citizen living abroad who is eligible to vote in Alberta.

How to vote by mail

To vote by mail, you'll need to:

  1. Check if you're eligible: Verify your eligibility by contacting Elections Alberta or checking their website.
  2. Apply for a vote-by-mail package: Fill out the application form (available on the Elections Alberta website or by contacting them directly) and submit it by the deadline (usually 7-10 days before election day).
  3. Receive your package: Elections Alberta will send you a vote-by-mail package, which includes a ballot, a return envelope, and instructions.
  4. Mark your ballot: Fill out your ballot according to the instructions provided.
  5. Return your ballot: Seal your ballot in the return envelope and mail it back to Elections Alberta by the deadline (usually 8:00 p.m. on election day).

Important deadlines and details

Additional resources

Remember to plan ahead, apply for your vote-by-mail package well in advance, and ensure you meet the deadlines to cast your ballot.