Ward 8 By-Election

On Monday, September 22, 2025, Ward 8 voters will elect a new City Councillor. The City is encouraging eligible voters to see how they can cast their ballot.

In the coming weeks, property owners, tenants and households will receive a voters’ card with important information on where to vote in the upcoming Ward 8 Councillor By-election. 

Your vote matters! City Councillors represent the interests of residents in their ward by making decisions on local policies, programs and services. They work closely with City staff and the Mayor to shape Hamilton’s priorities and respond to community needs.

All eligible Ward 8 voters are encouraged to vote in the by-election and make their voices heard. 

Who can vote

You are eligible to vote if you:

• are a Canadian citizen;
• are at least 18 years old;
• are a tenant or property owner in Ward 8, Hamilton; and
• are not prohibited from voting under law.

The City encourages all eligible voters to participate and take part in shaping the future of their community.

Voter Notification Cards

New for this by-election! Only one voters’ card per property or unit will be distributed, and voters will not receive a personalized voters’ card. The Voters Card outlining Voting information (dates, locations) will be sent to each household in Ward 8 in late August.

You do not need to have a voters’ card to vote, only valid identification or a completed declaration is required. A list of acceptable identification is available at O. Reg. 304/13 VOTER IDENTIFICATION | ontario.ca

Where to Vote

Eligible Ward 8 Electors can cast their votes at any Poll locations during the dates and times listed.

Advanced & Election Day Polling

These polls are for residents of the specified community or institution only.

Community Poll (for Residents of St. Elizabeth Village only)

Institutional Poll (as determined by MEA s.45(7) - for Residents only)

Opportunities to Vote

• Eligible electors in Ward 8 may cast their ballot at any of 6 Advanced and Election Day Polling locations, spanning 8 days, and allowing for 160 hours of voting opportunities.
• Also, Community and Institutional Polls provide residents of 4 additional communities the opportunity to cast their ballots at 4 additional locations, over 2 days allowing for an additional 14 hours of voting opportunities in the ward.
• Ward 8 Councillor By-election Totals - 10 polling locations, 8 days of polling, 174 hours of voting opportunities.
• Regular, advanced and community polls will be equipped with assistive voting technology allowing electors the ability to independently mark a ballot via “sip-and-puff”, audio ballots, or the use of paddles, or a tactile device.
• Curbside Voting at the Poll is available by request as in previous elections.
• ‘Front of the Line Service’ is available for DARTS passengers at the polls as in previous elections.

Certified Candidates

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