As the Federal Election approaches on April 28, 2025, there are multiple options for students, faculty and staff to vote.
Vote on Campus Program
To increase access to voting for students, U of G is participating in Elections Canada’s Vote on Campus Program.
Students and any eligible electors will be able to vote in at the University Centre in Peter Clark Hall (level 0) on April 13 from noon to 6 p.m. and April 14 to 16 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. by special ballot.
When voting by special ballot through Vote on Campus, electors can vote for a candidate in the riding where they ordinarily live. Students who are living away from home while attending school can choose to cast a ballot for their home riding or the riding they live in while attending school, or a staff member who commutes to U of G from another city can cast a ballot for their home riding conveniently during work hours.
Be prepared to cast your special ballot by viewing the most recent list of confirmed candidates in your riding through the Voter Information Service, as you will need to write in the name of the candidate you’re voting for.
Advance Polling
Advance polling will be available at the University Centre in Peter Clark Hall (level 0) from April 18 to 21 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for those assigned to the University Centre as an advance polling location.
Confirm your advance polling location on the Voter Information Service.
Election Day
On election day, April 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., the University Centre will host a polling station in Peter Clark Hall (level 0) for those assigned to vote at the University Centre.
Confirm your assigned polling location on the Voter Information Service.
When voting on campus, you may park for free in visitor lot P31.
Other voting options
- Vote at an Elections Canada Office: Vote in advance at any Elections Canada office in Canada by special ballot by April 22 at 6 p.m.
- Vote by mail: Apply online or at any Elections Canada office by April 22 at 6 p.m. to cast a special ballot by mail.
Registering to vote
Check if you’re registered to vote through the Online Voter Registration Service or in person at your local Elections Canada office by April 22.
You can also register when you go to vote at your assigned polling station on election day or on advance polling days.
What you need to vote
To vote, you will need ID to prove your identity and residence.
You need either:
- One piece of ID that is a driver’s licence or any other card issued by a Canadian government (federal, provincial/territorial or local) with your photo, name and current address is acceptable as single piece of ID.
- Two pieces of ID on the approved list. Both must have your name and at least one must have your current address. Common examples you may have are:
- student ID
- correspondence from the University of Guelph
- voter information card
- Canadian passport
- health card
- library card
- social insurance number card
- bank statement
- credit card
- credit card statement
- residential lease or utility bill
View the full list of accepted ID.
If you do not have access to an ID, you can still vote if you declare your identity and address in writing and have someone who knows you and who is assigned to your polling station vouch for you.
Proof of address for students in residence
Students living in residence can obtain a “Proof of Address” letter from the Housing Portal. When you log in, you will find the link on the right-hand side of the top menu bar.
For more information and resources, visit the Elections Canada website.
Questions?
Stop by the University Centre courtyard on the following dates and times to chat with a representative from Elections Canada Young Voter Engagement.
- Thursday, April 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Friday, April 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.