One person, one vote. East Gwillimbury voters can choose one method to cast their ballot for the 2026 Municipal Election. For example, if you vote online, you cannot vote in-person and vice versa. Information on how, where and when you can vote is below:
Online Voting
If you’re eligible to vote in the 2026 election, you can vote online using an internet-connected computer, tablet or smartphone anytime from 10:00 a.m. on October 16 until 8:00 p.m. on October 26.
Look For Your Voter Information Letter
Voters will receive their personalized Voter Information Letter in the mail. This letter will contain their Voting PIN (Personal Identification Number) along with the voting website to access the ballot. Scan the QR code using a smartphone or tablet, or enter the voting website provided in your letter into your web browser. Then, using your PIN and your birth date, you’ll be able to access your online ballot and cast your votes from an internet-connected computer, tablet or smartphone.
To learn more about how to vote online, watch the following video:
Election Day (In-person)
October 26, 2026
- Vote in-person using a paper ballot at the voting location assigned to you within your ward
Identification will be required to vote in-person, by paper ballot at a Advance Vote location and on Election Day. Remember to bring one or more piece(s) of identification showing your name and qualifying East Gwillimbury address. Your VIL cannot be used as a piece of ID. Learn more about acceptable pieces of ID.
Questions?
Visit EG's Elections Team in-person at a Voter Help Centre, or contact them by email or phone at (905) 478-4282, if you have questions regarding the Municipal Election or registering to vote.