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Election Day is November 13, 2024

A Voter Brochure with detailed voter information will be mailed to all households in Prince Albert in October.

To avoid line-ups at the Polls, print and fill out the Voter Registration Form prior to attending. A voter's list is not used.

Voters must sign the form in front of an Election Official at the Poll.

Voter's Registration Form

Who Can Vote:

Qualifications of a Voter

A voter must vote in the city ward in which they reside; or must be the owner of assessable land in the City.

A person can be registered as a voter in a municipality or school division if they, on election day:

are a Canadian citizen;
are the full age of 18 years; and,
have resided in Saskatchewan for at least six (6) consecutive months immediately before election day.
in the case of a municipality:

have resided in the City or are the owner of assessable land situated in the City for at least three (3) consecutive months immediately before election day; and,

in the case of a public school division:
- have resided in the school division for at least three (3) consecutive months immediately before election day.
in the case of a separate school division:
- have resided in the separate school division for at least three (3) consecutive months immediately before election day AND be catholic.

A person who is registered as a voter in a public or separate school division is not qualified to be registered as a voter in any other school division.

Non-Resident Electors

If you do not live in Prince Albert, but are the owner of assessable land in the City for at least three (3) consecutive months immediately before election day, you can vote, but only in the ward where the property with the highest assessment is located.

You can only vote for Councillor and Mayor.

Acceptable Voter Identification

Voters are required to produce identification that clearly shows their name and place of residence prior to completing a voter’s declaration form.

Where and How to Vote:

Election Day Polls

Polls open at 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Find out where you vote on Election Day, November 13, 2024 below.

Election Day Polls Map

To avoid line-ups at the Polls, print and fill out the Voter Registration Form prior to attending. Voters must sign the form in front of an Election Official at the Poll.

Advance Polls

Advance polls are organized to allow for voting opportunities prior to Election Day. All advance polls will be on the following dates and times:

Alfred Jenkins Field House, 2787 10th Avenue West, 2nd Floor, Malhotra Room:

Friday, November 1, 2024 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Drive-Thru, Exhibition Grounds, Exhibition Drive off 6th Avenue East:

Friday, November 8, 2024 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Mail-In Ballots

All eligible voters will have the option to apply to vote using a mail-in ballot.

There are two (2) options: 1. Register from home or 2. Register in-person. Review more details below.

Mail-In Ballot Application Form

1. Register for your Mail-In Ballot Package from Home (NOW CLOSED)

The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot through mail is is now closed. Mail-in ballots must be received at the Election Office before 8:00 p.m. on November 13, 2024 in order to be counted.

2. Register for your Mail-in Ballot Package in-person at City Hall

Visit the Election Office on the 2nd floor of City Hall between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday to register for your mail-in ballot package in-person. The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot package in-person is November 13, 2024 by 8:00 p.m.

When you come in, be sure to have original copies of all required identification. The office will have a Voter's Registration and Declaration Form for you to complete and a designated election official to witness your signature.

Watch for your Ballot Kit in the mail by mid-late October.

Return completed ballots by:

Mail - Election Office, 1084 Central Avenue, Prince Albert, SK S6V 7P3
In-Person - Election Office, 2nd floor, City Hall between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Drop box located at the west entrance of City Hall

Mail-in ballots must be received at the Election Office on the 2nd floor of City Hall before 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 13, 2024, in order to be counted.

Mobile Polls (Homebound Voting)

A Mobile Poll has been established only for those voters who are unable to attend a polling place due to disabilities or limited mobility, along with the resident caregiver of that voter.

Eligible voters are required to complete the Application Form and have it certified by an individual who can confirm the limitations of that voter. In the case of the resident caregiver, they are also required to complete an application, and have it certified by an individual who can confirm that the caregiver is providing care to that voter.

The eligible voter(s) will be required to complete the Voter Registration Form and show the required identification prior to voting.

Application Forms can be printed and filled out or picked up in the Election Office at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 1084 Central Avenue.

Deadline to submit the Application to the Election Office is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.

Mobile Polls will take place between November 4 to 12.

Special Polls

Special Polls have been established and arrangements are made with each facility to ensure residents living in these facilities are able to vote in this election. These polls are only open to the residents within the designated facilities, with the exception of the Hospital where the staff can also vote.

Name of Facility	Address of Facility	Date	Time
Victoria Hospital	1200 – 24^th Street West	Wednesday, November 13, 2024	9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Herb Bassett Nursing Home	1200 – 24^th Street West	Wednesday, November 13, 2024	1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Pineview Terrace Lodge	1200 – 24^th Street West	Wednesday, November 13, 2024	3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Green Hill Lodge & Suites	701 – 13^th Street West	Wednesday, November 6, 2024	1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Sherman Towers	888 – 1^st Avenue East	Tuesday, November 5, 2024	9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Carment Court	230 – 8^th Street East	Tuesday, November 5, 2024	1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Northcote Manor	795 – 1^st Avenue East	Wednesday, November 6, 2024	9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Columbian Centre	205 – 13^th Street West	Wednesday, November 6, 2024	3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
River Breeze	658 River Street East	Wednesday, November 6, 2024	9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Connaught Village	100, 1040 – 1^st Street East	Wednesday, November 6, 2024	12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Mitchell Place	700 River Street East	Wednesday, November 6, 2024	2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Chester Court	1050 – 1^st Street East	Wednesday, November 6, 2024	3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Good Shepherd Villas	1499 – 15^th Avenue East	Thursday, November 7, 2024	9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Nelson Care Home	1336 – 7^th Street East	Thursday, November 7, 2024	1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Points West Living	19 Guy Drive	Thursday, November 7, 2024	9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Mont St. Joseph	777 – 28^th Street East	Thursday, November 7, 2024	1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Voters with Disabilities

There are different options available for eligible voters with disabilities. You can:

bring a friend to assist at your designated regular poll; or
you can request an Election Official to assist at their designated regular poll.

There are transportation options through the Community Service Centre.

AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal and Homebound Voting are also options to consider.

AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal

Use the AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal that is available at the Advance Poll locations only.

The AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal is an optical scan ballot-marking terminal that assists voters who are visually impaired or have physical impairments that would make it difficult or impossible to mark the ballot in the usual way. It uses a touch screen to let voters mark the paper ballots privately and independently, and is wheelchair accessible.

If you are interested in accessing this feature, it would be preferable to make arrangements in advance by calling the Election Office at 306-953-4305.

Homebound Voting

A Mobile Poll has been established only for those voters who are unable to attend a polling place due to disabilities or limited mobility, along with the resident caregiver of that voter.

The eligible voter(s) will be required to complete the Voter Registration Form and show the required identification prior to voting.

Application Forms can be printed and filled out or picked up in the Election Office at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 1084 Central Avenue.

Deadline to submit the Application to the Election Office is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.

Mobile Polls will take place between November 4 to 12.

Transportation - Free Transit on Election Day

Transit is free on Election Day, Wednesday, November 13. The system runs from 6:45 a.m. until 10:15 p.m. View the current bus route to plan your trip to the polls.

Seniors and Special needs:

Current transportation services provided by the Prince Albert and District Community Service Centre will be available free of charge on Election Day to seniors and residents with special needs.

Book your ride by calling the dispatcher at:

Access transit - 306-953-4466
Seniors transportation - 306-953-4477

Remember to book by October 30, 2024 to secure your ride.

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