Federal Election on Fast Track
Submitted by Elections Canada, Gatineau, Sunday, March 23, 2025
The 45th federal general election will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025.
Elections Canada offices will open soon in each of the 343 federal electoral districts (ridings). Electors can visit an office to register and vote early by special ballot or to get information about voting or becoming a candidate.
Canadian citizens who are at least 18 years old on election day are eligible to vote if they:
Are registered. Most Canadians who are eligible to vote are already registered in the National Register of Electors. To check if they are registered or to register to vote, electors should use the Online Voter Registration Service at elections.ca, call us at 1-800-463-6868 or contact their local Elections Canada office. They can also register in person at their assigned polling place when they go to vote.
Show proof of their identity and address. There are many different pieces of ID that can be used to prove identity and address. The full list is available online.
There are several ways to vote. Electors can:
Vote on election day (Monday, April 28) at their assigned polling station
Vote on advance polling days (Friday, April 18; Saturday, April 19; Sunday, April 20; and Monday, April 21) at their assigned polling station
Vote early at any Elections Canada office across the country (until Tuesday, April 22, 6 p.m.)
Vote by mail: Electors must apply by Tuesday, April 22, 6 p.m. and return their special ballot by mail (deadlines apply) or in person at their local Elections Canada office before polls close on election day.
Electors planning to return their special ballot by mail should plan ahead and make sure there is enough time to receive a voting kit and return their completed ballot to Elections Canada by the deadline indicated in their kit.
There are other ways for electors to vote, such as at a Vote on Campus office or at their long-term care facility. They can check elections.ca for the full list of voting options.
Electors do not need to wait for their voter information card to find out where to vote. They can go to elections.ca at any time and enter their postal code to see the location of the Elections Canada office in their riding and, once they are identified, their assigned polling stations.
Elections Canada is hiring election workers to fill various paid positions in this general election. Anyone interested in making an impact in their community can apply online at elections.ca or contact their local Elections Canada office for more information.
Message from MPP Jill Dunlop
March 17, 2025 – I am deeply honoured and grateful for the trust you have placed in me by re-electing me as your Member of Provincial Parliament for Simcoe North, and a place I proudly call home. The February Ontario provincial election was a pivotal moment for our community, and I want to take this opportunity to thank each one of you for your incredible support. From the downtown streets to the quieter rural corners of Simcoe North, your voices have been heard, and together, we’ve set the stage for another chapter of progress and growth.
Returning to Queen’s Park, I am filled with enthusiasm to continue advocating for our shared values and priorities. This next term promises to be a critical one, and I am ready to work tirelessly on your behalf to ensure our community’s needs are front and centre. Whether it’s improving healthcare, addressing housing affordability, or creating more economic opportunities, I am committed to representing you with integrity and dedication.
As your MPP, I always strive to listen to the concerns of residents and families in our riding. My office is always open to you—whether you have questions, concerns, or ideas on how we can improve our province together. I encourage you to reach out at any time. Your input is invaluable, and I look forward to engaging with you more directly throughout this term.
My office, and experienced staff are happy to help with a wide range of provincial services from anniversary, birthday & special event scrolls and marriage, birth and death certificates to ODSP and OHIP, we are here to assist you.
Together, we will continue to make Simcoe North a better place for all. I look forward to the next few years of working alongside you to address the needs of our community and build a bright future for us all.