How to Vote

Voting is Easy and Convenient

If you’re eligible to vote in this election, you can vote online using an internet-connected computer, tablet or smartphone anytime from 10 a.m. on October 17 to 8 p.m. on October 26, 2022.

Look For Your Voter Instruction Letter

In early October, voters will receive their personalized Voter Instruction 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 birthdate, you’ll be able to access your online ballot and cast your votes from an internet-connected computer, tablet or smartphone.

What if I haven’t received a Voter Instruction Letter with a PIN

Video: Step-by-Step Instructions For Voting Online

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Help is Available

If you do not have access to an internet-connected computer, tablet or smartphone, or you require assistance to vote, you can visit a Voter Assistance Centre during hours of operation in the voting period.

The Election Street Team will visit the homes of voters who require at-home voting assistance to help them cast their ballot. Voters who require this service can call the Elections Office at 905-953-5152 and book an appointment with a member of the Elections Team. This service will be offered during the 10-day voting period, from Saturday, October 17 to Monday, October 26.

Paper Ballot Option (by appointment)

If you wish to vote in person by paper ballot, you can do so by appointment during the 10-day voting period at the following location only at:

Town of Newmarket Municipal Office – 395 Mulock Drive, Newmarket, Ontario

Appointments for paper ballot voting can be made by calling (905) 953-5152 or emailing elections@newmarket.ca

How to Vote?: Frequently Asked Questions

How can a post secondary student vote?

If a post secondary student currently does not reside in the Town of Newmarket, yet meets the eligibility requirements to vote in this election, they are entitled to vote. The first step is to make sure they are on the Voters’ List

Registration of Future Voters is available for 16 and 17-year-olds so that they will be automatically added to the voters list when they turn 18. Future voters register here!

I received a Voter Instruction Letter for someone who no longer lives here. What should I do?

Do not open a letter that is not addressed to you. You can mark on the envelope “Incorrect Address, Return to Sender” and mail it.

What if I lost my Voter Instruction Letter?

Contact the Election Helpline at elections@newmarket.ca or (905) 953-5152 to have your existing voting PIN deactivated. You will be issued a new Voter Instruction Letter with a new voting PIN.

What web browsers are supported by the online voting system?

Currently, you may use any of the following web browsers on your computer, phone, or tablet:

Desktop Browsers:

Google Chrome versions 99 and above
Apple Safari versions 12 and above
Microsoft Edge versions 99 and above
Mozilla Firefox versions 99 and above

Mobile Device Browsers:

Google Chrome versions 99 and above
Apple Safari version 12 and above
Mozilla Firefox versions 99 and above

The Voatz Web App does not support Internet Explorer, Opera or browser versions that predate those listed here. You will be notified to update your browser if you are currently running an earlier version.

For best performance, we recommend using Windows 8.1 or 10, or Mac OS 10.14+ (Mojave, Catalina, or Big Sur)