Metro Vancouver has not one, but two elections coming up in October. Here's what you need to know.

Municipal elections: October 17, 2026

All municipalities across Metro Vancouver vote on the same day. Find your city's election information and candidate list below:

• Vancouver | Candidates
• Burnaby | Candidates
• Surrey | Candidates
• Richmond | Candidates
• Coquitlam | Candidates
• City of North Vancouver | Candidates | Megathread
• District of North Vancouver | Candidates | Megathread
• West Vancouver | Candidates
• New Westminster | Candidates | Megathread
• Delta | Candidates
• Port Moody | Candidates
• Port Coquitlam | Candidates
• Maple Ridge | Candidates
• Langley City & Candidates
• Township of Langley | Candidates
• White Rock | Candidates
• Pitt Meadows | Candidates

Check out LocalElections.ca for a complete list of candidate lists and general info across British Columbia.

How to vote in the Municipal Election

General voting day for the Municipal Election is October 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Advance voting dates vary by municipality. Check your city's election page above for local dates and locations.

Most Metro Vancouver municipalities offer vote by mail. Check your city's election page for deadlines.

To register or check your registration: elections.bc.ca or call 1-800-661-8683. You can also register in person on voting day with two pieces of ID.

Provincial snap election: October 24, 2026

One week after municipal voting day, Premier David Eby has called a snap provincial election for October 24. Find your provincial riding and candidates at elections.bc.ca.

Run for Election

Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2026 Provincial General Election.

Individuals seeking nomination as a candidate are encouraged to submit their nomination online using the Candidate Nomination Application System (CNAS) or by uploading completed nomination documents through the Secure Online Filing Application (SOFA). The deadline to file a complete candidate nomination is 1 p.m. (Pacific time) on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Key Dates for the BC Provincial Election

• Register or update your voter information to make sure you receive a Where to Vote card: October 1, 2026
• Candidate nominations close at 1 p.m. (Pacific time): October 3, 2026
• Thanksgiving Day (district electoral offices closed): October 12, 2026
• Advance voting: October 16-21, 2026
• Last day to request a vote-by-mail package online or by phone: October 18, 2026
• Final Voting Day: October 24, 2026

How to Vote in the BC Provincial Election

Eligibility and registration requirements are the same as the municipal election. To register or check your registration: elections.bc.ca or call 1-800-661-8683. You can also register in person on voting day with two pieces of ID.

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