Have Your Say: Vote in Ontario’s Provincial Election on February 27

A white voting screen labeled "Elections Ontario" sits on a wooden table, ready for the Ontario Provincial Election.

The Ontario provincial election is your opportunity to shape the future of our province and have a large impact on our university experience. Make your voice heard! 

Why Should I Vote? 🤔❓ 

The provincial government makes decisions that impact key areas of our lives as university students, including: 

  • Education (tuition, funding, OSAP) 
  • Healthcare 
  • Infrastructure (public transit, road maintenance, construction) 
  • Economic Development (business growth, job creation, regional development) 

Do your research! Learn about your local candidates and the political parties they represent. Use the Candidate Search from Elections Ontario to find out who’s running in your riding.  

You are invited to our Candidate Town Hall on February 24, from 5-6 PM in the SLC Black and Gold Room. This is your chance to meet your candidates from Waterloo and Kitchener Centre! 

Not sure what or where your riding is? Keep reading!  

Key Details 📅🕘📍 

  • Election Day: February 27, 2025 
  • Time: 9 AM – 9 PM ET 
  • Polling Location: Find yours using the Voter Information Service 

Your polling location might be in the SLC! 

Am I eligible to vote? 🗳️ 

You can vote if you meet all the following criteria:  

  • Are a Canadian citizen 
  • Are at least 18 years old on February 27 
  • Reside in Ontario 
  • Are registered to vote 

How do I register? 📝 

Check if you’re registered to vote here: Voter Registration. If you aren’t registered, you can add yourself to the Register at that link before February 17, or you can register in-person at your polling location on Election Day. 

How do I vote? 🔍📬 

Voting on Election Day 

Find your polling location through Elections Ontario by entering your postal code into the Voter Information Service. 

Advance Voting or Voting by Mail 

If you can’t vote on Election Day, you can vote early or by mail. Use the Voter Information Service to find your electoral district. From there, you’ll be able to access information about the candidates in your riding, voting early, and voting by mail! 

I live away from home… what do I do? 

If you’re studying away from your permanent address, but are still in Ontario you can:  

  1. Vote in your home electoral district (if in Ontario) 
  2. Vote in your school’s electoral district 

Use the Voter Information Service to find your electoral district. 

If you’re an eligible voter on a co-op or study term outside Ontario or Canada, you can vote by mail. 

Where do I vote on Election Day? 📍 

Use the Voter Information Service to find your polling location. 

Students living on campus: Your polling station is likely in the Student Life Centre, but you can confirm through the Voter Information Service. 

What do I need to bring? 📜 

  • Voter Information Card (if you received one) + a piece of ID with your name on it  OR 
  • A piece of ID with both your name and home address on it 

Find a list of acceptable pieces of ID here: ID to vote in provincial elections.  

Accessibility Options ♿ 

Elections Ontario offers accessible voting options, including:♿ Home visits
📬 Mail-in voting
🛠️ Assistive voting technology 

Learn more about accessible voting through Elections Ontario. There are several options available, including voting by home visit, voting by mail, or voting in-person using assistive voting technology.  

Additional Resources 📚 

Join the conversation💡 

Published: Friday, February 14, 2025