46,966 voters cast advance ballots in first two days, doubling 2022 pace
Vancouver's advance voting drew a record 46,966 ballots over the first two days, more than double the 17,882 cast in the same period four years ago. Two more advance voting days remain before October 17.
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Vancouver's advance voting set a new two-day record in the 2026 municipal election, with 46,966 ballots cast over the first two days, according to a Vancouver Is Awesome report published October 8. In the same two-day period during the 2022 municipal election, 17,882 people voted, meaning this year's pace is 29,084 ballots ahead.
The City of Vancouver ran 59 advance voting places across the city, including Vancouver city hall. "While turnout was high, wait times stayed low," the City said in a statement quoted by Vancouver Is Awesome. "With more voting places, larger spaces and more technology than ever, voters reported quick and easy visits to the polls."
One voter at Vancouver city hall told Vancouver Is Awesome that it took about 15 minutes to fill out a ballot, with no lineup visible when she arrived.
Two advance voting days remain
Any registered Vancouver voter who has not yet cast a ballot can still vote in advance on October 10 and October 13. Both dates fall before the October 17 election day. Voters do not need to give a reason to vote in advance, and can attend any of the 59 voting places across the city regardless of where in the city they live.
The high turnout at advance polls follows record first-day numbers reported earlier this week by the City. Vancouver has run more advance voting locations and larger spaces compared with past elections.
What is on the ballot
The 2026 Vancouver municipal election asks voters to choose a mayor, up to ten city councillors, up to seven park board commissioners and up to nine school board trustees. There are 129 candidates across the four races.
Voters need to show accepted identification and be on the voters list. Voters who are not yet registered can register on the day they visit an advance voting place. Full details on locations, hours and ID requirements are at vancouver.ca/your-government/2026-election.aspx and at /where-to-vote on this site.
Questions this story answers
How many people voted in advance in Vancouver's first two days of advance polling?
46,966 people cast advance ballots over the first two days, according to Vancouver Is Awesome, citing City of Vancouver figures. In the same two-day period during the 2022 municipal election, 17,882 people voted, meaning the 2026 number is 29,084 higher. The report was published on October 8, 2026.
When are the remaining advance voting days in Vancouver's 2026 election?
Two advance voting days remain: October 10 and October 13. The final election day is October 17, 2026. These advance days let any registered Vancouver voter cast a ballot before election day without needing to give a reason. You do not need to vote on the day you normally would or at a specific location.
Where can I vote in advance in Vancouver?
The city opened 59 advance voting places across the city, including Vancouver city hall. For a full list of locations, visit the City of Vancouver's election page at vancouver.ca/your-government/2026-election.aspx, or see /where-to-vote on this site. You can vote at any advance voting place in Vancouver regardless of where in the city you live.
Did voters face long waits at advance polling stations?
The City of Vancouver said wait times stayed low despite the record turnout. 'With more voting places, larger spaces and more technology than ever, voters reported quick and easy visits to the polls,' the City said, as quoted by Vancouver Is Awesome. One voter told Vancouver Is Awesome that it took about 15 minutes to fill out a ballot at Vancouver city hall, with no visible lineup.
How does 2026 advance turnout compare to 2022?
The first two days of advance voting in 2026 attracted 46,966 voters, compared with 17,882 in the same two-day period in 2022. That is a difference of 29,084 ballots, according to the Vancouver Is Awesome report published October 8. The 2026 figure is more than double the 2022 figure for the same period.
What offices are on the ballot in Vancouver's 2026 municipal election?
Voters choose a mayor, up to ten city councillors, up to seven park board commissioners, and up to nine school board trustees. There are 129 candidates across the four races. You can see all candidates and their profiles at /nominations on this site. You may vote for up to the number of seats available in each race.
Do I need to show ID to vote in advance in Vancouver?
Yes. Vancouver Elections requires voters to show identification. The City's election page at vancouver.ca/your-government/2026-election.aspx lists accepted forms of ID. You also need to be on the voters list or register on the day you vote. Registration is available at advance voting places on the day, so you can register and vote in the same visit.
Can I vote on both an advance day and on election day October 17?
Each voter may cast one ballot only. If you vote on an advance day, you cannot vote again on October 17. Your advance ballot is counted the same as a ballot cast on election day itself. Voting twice in the same election is an offence under British Columbia election law.
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