Port Moody Votes 2026
How to Vote in Port Moody's 2026 Election
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Port Moody votes Saturday, October 17, 2026. You'll elect a mayor, six councillors, and two school trustees, all city-wide. Advance voting runs Wednesday, October 7 and Saturday, October 10 at the Port Moody Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Road. Register with Elections BC by August 18 to be on the voters list, or register when you vote. Everything on this page comes from the City of Port Moody and Elections BC.
Key dates
- August 18, 2026
- Deadline to register in advance with Elections BC (you can still register in person when you vote)
- September 1–11, 2026
- Nomination period. The official candidate list is published after nominations close at 4:00pm on September 11; candidates may withdraw until September 18, after which the ballot is final
- October 7, 2026
- Advance voting, 8:00am–8:00pm, Wellness Room, Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Road)
- October 10, 2026
- Advance voting, 8:00am–8:00pm, Wellness Room, Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Road)
- October 17, 2026
- General Voting Day, 8:00am–8:00pm at four locations across Port Moody. Mail ballots must be received by 8:00pm
How do I register to vote in Port Moody?
Port Moody uses the provincial voters list. If you're on the Elections BC voters list at your Port Moody address, you're already registered and there's nothing to do.
If you're not registered, or you've moved, the fastest route is registering online with Elections BC before August 18, 2026. Being on the list ahead of time means you skip the registration paperwork at the voting place.
Missed the deadline? You can still register in person when you go to vote. Bring two documents that prove who you are and where you live, at least one with your signature.
To be eligible, you must at the time of voting be:
- 18 or older on or before general voting day
- a Canadian citizen
- a resident of British Columbia for at least six months immediately before the day you register
- a resident of Port Moody
- not disqualified by law from voting
Where do I vote?
On General Voting Day, October 17, vote at whichever of these is easiest, 8:00am–8:00pm:
- Port Moody Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Road
- Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street
- Heritage Mountain Community Centre, 200 Panorama Place
- Glenayre Community Centre, 492 Glencoe Drive
For advance voting on October 7 and October 10, there's one location: the Wellness Room at the Port Moody Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Road, 8:00am–8:00pm.
What ID do I need to vote in BC?
If you register at the voting place (rather than in advance), you'll need two documents that together prove your identity and your address, and at least one must include your signature. The City's list of acceptable documents includes:
- BC driver's licence, BC Services Card, or BCID card
- ICBC owner's certificate of insurance and vehicle licence
- Canadian passport, birth certificate, or citizenship card
- Property tax notice, utility bill, or income tax assessment notice
- Debit or credit card, or a statement from a financial institution
- Student ID card, Canadian Forces ID, or government-issued benefit statements
- A Government of Canada document certifying registration under the Indian Act, such as a status card
- A First Nation identification card, or a Métis Nation BC citizenship card
The full list is on the City's voting information page.
Can I vote by mail?
Yes. Any qualified Port Moody voter can vote by mail ballot. Application forms are available online and at the Legislative Services counter at City Hall (100 Newport Drive) starting in late August 2026.
The deadline is firm: your completed ballot must be received by 8:00pm on October 17, 2026, at City Hall or an authorized drop-off location. A postmark by that date is not enough. If you're not yet registered when you apply, your package will include a registration form to complete and return with copies of two pieces of ID and a witness signature.
Details and forms: the City's mail ballot page.
Common questions
When is the Port Moody election?
Saturday, October 17, 2026, with polls open 8:00am to 8:00pm. Advance voting is Wednesday, October 7 and Saturday, October 10 at the Port Moody Recreation Complex, also 8:00am to 8:00pm.
Where do I vote in Port Moody?
On election day, vote at any of four locations: Port Moody Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Road), Kyle Centre (125 Kyle Street), Heritage Mountain Community Centre (200 Panorama Place), or Glenayre Community Centre (492 Glencoe Drive). Advance voting is at the Recreation Complex only, in the Wellness Room.
Do I need to register before election day?
No. You can register with Elections BC until August 18, 2026 to be on the voters list ahead of time, or register at the voting place when you go to vote. Registering at the polls requires two documents proving your identity and address, at least one with your signature.
Can I vote in Port Moody if I'm not a Canadian citizen?
No. Voting in a BC municipal election requires Canadian citizenship. To vote in Port Moody you must be a Canadian citizen, 18 or older on general voting day, a BC resident for at least six months before you register, and a Port Moody resident (or a registered owner of Port Moody property).
I just moved to Port Moody. Can I vote?
Yes, if you are 18 or older, a Canadian citizen, have lived in British Columbia for at least six months before the day you register, and live in Port Moody. There is no minimum time you must have lived in Port Moody itself; the six-month requirement is for BC as a whole.
Can I vote if I own property in Port Moody but live somewhere else?
Possibly, as a non-resident property elector. You must have owned the property for at least 30 days before registering, own it as an individual (not through a corporation or trust), and meet the other eligibility rules. Details are on the City of Port Moody elections pages.
How do I vote by mail in Port Moody?
Any qualified voter can vote by mail. The application form is available online and at the Legislative Services counter at City Hall (100 Newport Drive) starting in late August 2026. Completed ballots must be received by 8:00pm on October 17, 2026 to be counted; a postmark is not enough.
Who will be on my ballot?
Port Moody voters elect one mayor, six councillors, and two School District 43 trustees. The official candidate list is published after nominations close on September 11, 2026. See the candidates page for who has declared so far.