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:
- You are unable to vote in person due to a physical disability or illness.
- You are away from your electoral division on election day (e.g., on vacation, working out of town, or living abroad).
- You are a member of the Canadian Armed Forces or a merchant navy personnel serving outside of Alberta.
- 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:
- Check if you're eligible: Verify your eligibility by contacting Elections Alberta or checking their website.
- 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).
- Receive your package: Elections Alberta will send you a vote-by-mail package, which includes a ballot, a return envelope, and instructions.
- Mark your ballot: Fill out your ballot according to the instructions provided.
- 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
- Application deadline: Typically 7-10 days before election day.
- Ballot deadline: 8:00 p.m. on election day.
- Return envelope: Make sure to sign and date the return envelope.
- Ballot security: Keep your ballot secure and confidential until you return it.
Additional resources
- Elections Alberta website: www.elections.ab.ca
- Contact Elections Alberta: [email protected] or 1-877-422-7530
Remember to plan ahead, apply for your vote-by-mail package well in advance, and ensure you meet the deadlines to cast your ballot.