2026 Saanich Election

Election day: Saturday, October 17

On Saturday, October 17, 2026, eligible voters will
cast their ballots to elect:

  • One (1) Mayor
  • Eight (8) Councillors
  • 4 CRD Directors
  • Two (2) School District 63 Trustees
  • Two (2) School District 61 Trustees
  • One (1) Public Opinion Question (non-binding)

Candidates running for Mayor and Council are also eligible to be elected to the Capital Regional District (CRD) as members of various boards.   Based on past practice, the five members of Council to be appointed to the CRD Board would be the Mayor and the four Councillor candidates receiving the highest number of votes in the municipal election.

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Voting

The District of Saanich uses the most current list of registered electors prepared by Elections BC.  

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If you're not on the Voters List, no problem—you can register when you vote at any Advance Voting Opportunity or on General Voting Day.  Please ensure you have the appropriate identification.

 

Accessible Voting Options

We're committed to making voting accessible to all by providing:

  1. Mail Ballots - You can request a mail ballot so that you can vote in your own home at your convenience.
  2. Curbside Voting - When you attend to vote either at Advance Voting or on General Voting Day, notify an Election Official who will bring the ballot to your vehicle.
  3. Personal Assistance - Assistance can be requested from an Election Official, or you may be accompanied by another person to assist you with voting.

For more information, visit our Voter webpage.

Candidates

Nomination documents can be filed with the Chief Election Officer from 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Packages can be picked up at the Legislative Services Division, Saanich Municipal Hall, 770 Vernon Avenue during regular business hours.  An electronic copy can also be provided upon request by emailing elections@saanich.ca.

Nomination packages and other information for School District 61 (Greater Victoria) School Trustee candidates are available through the School District's website.  

Voting in the election

Information about voting opportunities, including advance voting, mail ballot voting and general voting day will be updated on the website as the election approaches.

Candidates and
elector organizations

Check Elections BC for details on:

  • What to know before you start campaigning
  • Campaign financing and advertising

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