Municipal Election - 2022 Voter Information
Are you on the Voters' List?
Your name must be on the voters' list in order for you to vote.
Please note: Information will be updated as it becomes available.
Voting day
The 2022 Municipal Election will take place on Monday, October 24, 2022 for the 2022-2026 term of office.
Voting method
Council has approved the use of Internet/Telephone voting for the 2022 Municipal Election:
- Electors will be able to vote in advance of Voting Day electronically
- Electors will be mailed a Voter Information Letter in the beginning of October. It will direct them to a designated website or telephone number to cast their vote
- Eligible electors will be able to vote using a telephone, computer, cell phone, iPad, tablet or laptop.
- This is an accessible, environmentally-friendly and convenient method of voting providing electors with the flexibility of voting from anywhere.
- As with previous elections, voters will be able to attend the municipal office and cast their vote if assistance is required.
Use the Interactive Ward Map to learn what ward your property is in.
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Voter Qualifications |
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Pursuant to the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, A person is entitled to be an elector at an election held in a local municipality if, on voting day (Monday, October 24, 2022), he or she, (a) resides in the local municipality or is the owner or tenant of land there, or the spouse of such owner or tenant; (b) is a Canadian citizen; (c) is at least 18 years old; and (d) is not prohibited from voting under subsection (3) or otherwise by law. 2002, c.17, Sch. D, s. 5 (2); 2005, c. 5, s. 46 (1). There are three ways that you can qualify to vote in a municipality:
The Voter Eligibility Information Sheet has more information about who can vote.
Neither you nor your spouse qualify as a non-resident elector if you do not personally own or rent the property in the municipality. For example, if the property is owned by your business or your cottage is owned by a trust, you would not qualify as a non-resident elector. Students - there is a special rule for students who may be living away from home while they attend school. Students may be eligible to vote in both their "home" municipality and in the municipality where they currently live while attending school. As the Township of Lake of Bays is divided into wards, an elector is entitled to vote only in the ward where he or she resides, even if the elector resides in one ward and is the owner or tenant of land in a different ward or is the spouse of an owner or tenant of land in a different ward. An elector's name shall only appear on the Voters' List for a local municipality only once. If you are required to provide proof of identity and residence please check this list for acceptable voter identification: Ontario Regulation 304/13 - Voter Identification For more information on Voter Qualifications, please contact the Clerk. |
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Resources |
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This webpage provides potential Candidates and School Board Trustee's and Third Party Advertisers with additional resources for the 2022 Municipal and School Board Trustee Election. |
| Election Assistance |
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The Election Help Centre will be set up at the Dwight Municipal Office during the voting period and will be equipped with voting equipment and internet access at kiosk stations. If you have any questions you can email vote@lakeofbays.on.ca |
Please continue to check this website for updated election information, procedures, and public information sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will there be an advance voting period? |
| The Voting module will be open on Monday October 17, 2022 at 10:00 AM. It will remain open until the close of the election on Monday October 24, 2022 at 8:00 PM. |
| Is proxy voting still allowed? |
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As the voting method is by telephone and through the internet, there is no need for proxy voting. Eligible voters can cast their votes using the internet from anywhere in the world, or by using a touch-tone phone from anywhere in the World. |
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Can I get a demo of the system and ask questions? |
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To view a demo of the voting process watch the Simply Voting internet & telephone voting system video. If you have any questions email vote@lakeofbays.on.ca |
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Where can I get in-person help/support? |
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The Election Help Centre will be set up at the Municipal Office located at 1012 Dwight Beach Road, Dwight. During the voting period starting on Monday October 17, 2022 at 10:00 AM, and ending Monday October 24, 2022 at 8:00 PM with voting kiosks for anyone seeking assistance to cast their vote. |
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When, where and how do I find out who the candidates are? |
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To find out who is running in the 2022 Municipal Election view the Short List of Certified Candidates |
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What is the difference between Municipal Elections and Provincial Elections |
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Municipal Elections are managed by Municipal Clerks to allow voters to select candidates to offices in local government (Mayor, Councillors, District Councillors, and School Board Trustees). Municipal elections occur every (4) years in accordance with the Municipal Election Act.
The Provincial Election is managed by the Province to allow citizens to vote for a political candidate to represent them at the Provincial Parliament (Legislature).
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Are we voting for the District Chair? |
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No, this position is not elected at large. Please visit the District Municipality of Muskoka's Website for more information. |
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Can I vote for Ward candidates in a Ward other than the one I live in? |
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No, you must vote for a candidate representing the ward you live in/property is located in. |
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Election Help Centre |
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If I own more than one property in Lake of Bays, can I vote more than once? |
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No, each person is entitled to only 1 vote for each office, no matter how many properties they own in Lake of Bays. |
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I am trying to vote online but the address from my Voter Information Letter doesn't work! |
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Please make sure that you are entering the online address of the voting webpage in the address bar of your browser. The Google search bar will not work in directing you to the right website. The address needs to be entered exactly as it is written on your Voter Information Letter.
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I get an error when I try to vote online |
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If you are using an outdated browser or a computer, cell phone or tablet that does not support the latest software updates, you may not be able to access the site. Please make sure your browser as well as your device is up to date with all of the latest software updates. Alternatively, equipment and assistance will be provided at the Municipal Office (1012 Dwight Beach Rd) during regular business hours while the voting period is open. |
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