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Confirm Your Registration on the Voters' List
Make sure you are on the Markham Voters' List and that your mailing address is current so you receive your official voting package.
Check or update status on Markham.caπ³οΈ Markham 2026 Municipal Election: Online Voting from Oct 16 (10 AM) to Oct 26 (8 PM)
MARKHAM 2026 MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Complete Guide to Online Voting in Markham
In the 2026 Markham Municipal Election, all eligible electors can cast their ballot online from anywhere, 24/7 on any smartphone, tablet, or computer. Here is everything you need to know to ensure your vote is counted.
Online Voting PeriodFriday, Oct 16 (10:00 AM) to Monday, Oct 26 (8:00 PM), 2026
In-person voting is also available from October 23 to October 26 for those who need in-person assistance.
4 Simple Steps to Cast Your Vote Online
Markham's internet voting system makes participating straightforward, accessible, and fast.
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Receive Your Voter Information Letter (VIL)
Check your mailbox in October. Elections Markham will mail your official letter containing your personalized, secure online Voting PIN.
Keep your Voting PIN confidential03
Visit Elections Markham's Secure Portal
When voting opens, access the official online voting portal printed on your letter using any browser on your phone, tablet, or computer.
Open 24/7 throughout voting period04
Cast Your Ballot for Hanson Shen
Enter your PIN, confirm your identity, select Hanson Shen for Ward 6 Councillor, review your selections, and submit.
Takes only 2β3 minutes to completeOfficial City of Markham Election Resources
Direct links to official tools and resources hosted by the City of MarkhamRegister / Check Voters' List
Verify or update your name and address on the official voter roll so your Voting PIN arrives by mail.
City of Markham Online Voting Guide
Official guide from the City of Markham with instructional video, FAQs, and system security details.
Markham Voter Checklist
Check voter eligibility, acceptable identification, key election deadlines, and voting tips.
Security, Privacy & Encryption
- End-to-End Encryption: From the second you cast your ballot, selections are encrypted directly on your device before transmission, scrambled into tamper-proof code until counting.
- Secret Ballot Guarantee: The voting system tracks that your PIN has been used, but strips identity data before counting. No one can ever connect your ballot to your identity.
- Strict PIN Confidentiality: Your Voting PIN is unique to you. Municipal staff, candidates, and campaign workers are strictly prohibited from asking for your PIN.
- Cryptographic Mixing: Ballots are mixed randomly prior to decryption, exactly like shuffling physical ballots in a ballot box to preserve total anonymity.
Elections Markham Help Desk
If you have questions or require voter assistance, contact the City of Markham election office:
Frequently Asked Questions & Voter Rules
Important details to keep in mind when voting online
How much time do I have to complete my online vote?
After logging in with your PIN, you have 20 minutes to submit your ballot. If your session times out, your ballot is not cast and you can simply restart.
Can I exit the voting system and come back later?
Yes. As long as you have not submitted your final ballot, you can exit and log back in anytime before voting closes on October 26 at 8:00 PM.
What devices and browsers can I use?
You can vote on any modern smartphone (iPhone, Android), tablet (iPad, Android tablet), or computer (Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook) using Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox.
Can I take a photo or selfie with my ballot?
No. Provincial election laws prohibit posting photos or screenshots of your ballot to social media or sharing them with anyone.
What should I do if I did not receive my PIN or lost it?
Contact Elections Markham immediately. They can verify your identity, deactivate the lost PIN, and issue you a replacement.
Who is eligible to vote in Markham Ward 6?
Canadian citizens who are at least 18 years old on Voting Day, and who reside in Markham Ward 6 (or are an owner/tenant of property in Ward 6, or their spouse).
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