103,810 people voted early in Vancouver's 2026 civic election
Four consecutive record-breaking advance voting days brought Vancouver's early voter total to 103,810, which is 38,847 more than the entire advance voting total in 2022, with election day still to come on October 17.
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Vancouver's four-day advance voting period ended October 13 with a final total of 103,810 people casting early ballots, according to City of Vancouver preliminary figures reported by Daily Hive Vancouver. Each of the four days set a new single-day record for advance voting in the city.
The daily totals were 21,824 on October 3, 25,142 on October 7, 27,748 on October 10, and 29,096 on October 13. Each subsequent day drew more voters than the one before it, with Tuesday October 13 finishing as the highest single advance voting day on record.
How this compares to 2022
Daily Hive Vancouver reports that 64,963 people voted in advance in 2022 across five advance voting days. The 2026 total of 103,810 is 38,847 higher. The full 2022 election total across all voting methods was 171,494 ballots. That means the 2026 advance vote alone reached 60.5 percent of 2022's complete total, with election day still ahead.
The City ran 59 advance voting locations per day in 2026, up from 22 in 2022, according to Daily Hive Vancouver. The City expanded locations after long lines formed during the April 2025 by-election. The elections budget also increased, from $4.4 million in 2022 to $9.4 million in 2026.
Voters reported quick waits at polling stations during the advance period despite the higher numbers, Daily Hive Vancouver notes. The City used a system that allowed any eligible Vancouver voter to cast a ballot at any of the 59 locations, regardless of their home neighbourhood.
Election day is October 17
Advance voting is now closed. Voters who have not yet cast a ballot can do so on election day, Saturday October 17. There will be 85 voting locations open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. You can find your nearest location at /where-to-vote.
The ballot covers Mayor, 10 City Councillors, 7 Park Board Commissioners, 9 School Board Trustees, and a public safety plebiscite question. Candidate information is at /candidates.
Questions this story answers
How many people voted early in Vancouver's 2026 civic election?
103,810 people cast advance ballots during the four-day advance voting period, which ran on October 3, 7, 10, and 13, according to City of Vancouver preliminary figures reported by Daily Hive Vancouver. Each of those four days set a new single-day record for advance voting in Vancouver.
How does the 2026 advance voting total compare to 2022?
Daily Hive Vancouver reports that 64,963 people voted in advance in 2022 across five advance voting days. The 2026 advance total of 103,810 is 38,847 higher. The full 2022 election total across all voting methods was 171,494 ballots, meaning the 2026 advance vote alone reached 60.5 percent of 2022's complete total.
How many people voted on each advance voting day?
City of Vancouver preliminary figures show: October 3 saw 21,824 voters, October 7 saw 25,142, October 10 saw 27,748, and October 13 saw 29,096. Each day was higher than the day before, and each set a new single-day advance voting record, according to Daily Hive Vancouver.
How many advance voting locations were open?
Daily Hive Vancouver reports that 59 locations were open on each advance voting day. This is up from 22 locations in the 2022 advance voting period. The City expanded the number of locations after long lineups during the April 2025 by-election.
Can I still vote if I missed advance voting?
Yes. Election day is Saturday, October 17, 2026. There will be 85 voting locations open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. You can find your nearest location at /where-to-vote. You do not need to have voted in advance to vote on election day.
What is on the ballot for Vancouver's October 17 election?
Voters choose the Mayor, 10 City Councillors, 7 Park Board Commissioners, and 9 School Board Trustees. There is also a public safety plebiscite question on the ballot. Candidate information is at /candidates.
What identification do I need to vote on October 17?
You can vote with one piece of government-issued ID showing your name and address, or two pieces of ID that together show your name and address. If you have no ID, you can take an oath and have another registered voter in your area vouch for you. More details are at /where-to-vote.
Where do I find my nearest voting location on October 17?
The City of Vancouver will have 85 voting locations open on October 17, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Any eligible voter can vote at any location in the city. Check /where-to-vote for the full list and to find the location closest to your home or workplace.
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