Vote in the election
Vote in the election
Kelowna Votes 2026
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This October, you get to choose one mayor, eight councillors, and four school trustees who will shape our community. These leaders decide how our city grows, where we invest, and what tax dollars pay for.
Only 1 in 3 residents voted in 2022
This October, let's show up and get out the vote
When and where to vote
The Voting Locations Map is coming soon.
Locations are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. unless otherwise specified.
Wednesday, October 7
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
Saturday, October 10
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
- North Glenmore Elementary, 125 Snowsell St
- Rutland Elementary School, 620 Webster Rd
Wednesday, October 14
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- Black Box Theatre, 1375 Water St
- Okanagan College, S Building Atrium, 1000 KLO Rd (until 6 p.m.)
- University of British Columbia Okanagan, University Centre 200 Ballroom, 3272 University Way (until 6 p.m.)
Thursday, October 15
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
Friday, October 16
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
Saturday, October 17 (general voting day)
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- Black Box Theatre, 1375 Water St
- Central Okanagan United Church, 721 Bernard Ave
- East Kelowna Community Hall, 2704 East Kelowna Rd
- Evangel Church, 3261 Gordon Dr
- Mission Creek Alliance Church, 2091 Springfield Rd
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
- North Glenmore Elementary, 125 Snowsell St
- Okanagan Mission Hall, 4409 Lakeshore Rd
- Quigley Elementary School, 705 Kitch Rd
- Rutland Elementary School, 620 Webster Rd
- Springvalley Middle School, 350 Ziprick Rd
- Watson Elementary, 475 Yates Rd
Residents who are unable to vote in person during advance voting or on general voting day can request a mail ballot. Ballots must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 8 p.m. on Oct. 17, 2026 to be counted.
1. Request a mail ballot
Eligible voters can request a mail ballot starting August 24:
- Online: form coming soon
- In person: Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna
- By phone: 250‑469‑8645
Deadlines:
- Tuesday, Sep. 29 – Last day to request mail ballots to be delivered by Canada Post.
- Tuesday, Oct. 13 – Last day to request mail ballots for in‑person pickup.
2. Receive your ballot
Mail ballots will be available:
- By mail starting October 1, 2026; and
- For pick up at City Hall on October 13 and 14 only.
3. Return your ballot
Completed ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Oct. 17 to be counted. Return your ballot:
- In person at the Office of the City Clerk, Kelowna City Hall (2nd floor)
- By drop box at City Hall beside the main Water Street entrance
- By mail to: Office of the City Clerk, Kelowna City Hall, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1J4
Using Canada Post to return your ballot? Plan ahead: the last day for mail delivery is Friday, Oct. 16.
Accessible voting locations
All voting locations in the City of Kelowna are accessible to voters. This includes general accessibility, an accessible voting layout, and curbside voting available upon request for voters who are unable to enter the voting place.
On-site assistance
Voters may also receive assistance if needed. An individual of their choice—or an election official—can take an oath to help by:
- translating during the registration process, and/or
- providing written assistance to help mark a ballot.
Voter assist terminal
For voters with differing abilities who prefer to mark their ballot independently, a voter assist terminal is available. This electronic option allows voters to vote privately and independently and will be located at Parkinson Recreation Centre during all advance and general voting days.
Special Voting
Special voting opportunities are also provided for eligible residents, family members, and staff in some long-term care facilities, in coordination with Interior Health. Special voting will also be offered at Kelowna General Hospital during designated hours on general voting day.
What you need to vote
Whether you’re voting during advance voting or on election day, make sure you meet the requirements before you arrive.
On the day you vote, you must:
- be a Canadian citizen,
- be at least 18 years old,
- have lived in B.C. for at least the past six months,
- be a resident of Kelowna OR have been the registered owner of real property in Kelowna for at least 30 days before voting, and
- not be disqualified from voting under the Local Government Act, any other legislation, or by law.
All electors must register before casting a ballot. You can register in one of several ways:
- register by August 18 on the provincial voters list, or
- if you are non-resident but own property in Kelowna, register in person at City Hall by August 25, 2026, or
- register at the voting location when you arrive to vote.
Because the provincial voters list is finalized on August 18, anyone who registers after this date will also need to register at the voting station.
All voters must bring identification when voting.
If you registered on the provincial voters list by August 18, you only need to bring one piece of identification.
If you did not register on the provincial voters list by August 18, you must register to vote at the voting location with two pieces of identification: one piece must include your signature and one must show your current address.
If you own property in Kelowna but live elsewhere, you'll need to bring proof of property ownership and a document showing the legal address and description of the property.
Acceptable pieces of ID include:
- Driver’s license***
- BC care card***
- BC identification card
- Social insurance card/letter
- ICBC insurance documents
- Credit card/ debit card
- Utility bill
- Rent receipt
***Please note if your driver’s license and BC care card are combined on one card, it is considered only one piece of identification; you will need a second piece of ID as well.
When you arrive to vote, here’s what to expect:
1. Confirm who you are and get your ballot
- Show your eligible ID.
- Verify that you are on the provincial voters list OR register on site.
- Sign a voter declaration.
- Receive your ballot.
2. Mark your ballot
- Go behind the privacy booth.
- Mark your choice(s) for each elected office type.
- Return your ballot in the secrecy sleeve.
3. Bring your ballot to the vote tabulator
- Following the instructions of the election official, place your marked ballot in the vote tabulator to be counted. The ballot is stored in the sealed ballot box.
- You have completed the voting process and may exit the voting station.
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More ways to participate
Go beyond voting and discover other ways to be part of the election.
Help us make democracy happen. Join a 300‑person team supporting Kelowna’s municipal election. Positions are available for people of all backgrounds, and training is provided.
Work in the election
Considering a run for City Council—or simply curious about the process? Join the Office of the City Clerk in August for a Pre-Candidate Information Session that covers:
- what it’s like to serve on City Council,
- an overview of the election process,
- candidate requirements and expectations, and
- key dates and responsibilities.
Two identical sessions will be offered in August. View the Candidate page for more information.
Interested in supporting a candidate? Donation rules for local elections are managed by Elections BC. Before contributing to a campaign, check Elections BC for information on:
- who is eligible to donate,
- contribution limits,
- permitted and prohibited campaign activities, and
- reporting and transparency requirements.
This ensures your participation follows provincial campaign finance laws.
Whether you'd like to place an election sign on public land or on your own private property, check the Election Sign Bylaw to know exactly what’s allowed before putting one up. The bylaw sets the rules for where and how election signs can be placed during any election.
View the Election Sign Bylaw No. 12920.
