Make a Plan to Vote
Voting is easier when you have a plan. Download the Make a Plan to Vote Checklist and Quick Guide for an overview of the key steps to get election ready. If you plan to vote online, watch the Online Voting Tutorial for a step-by-step walkthrough of the voting process. Then, review the information below for everything you need to know about voter registration, wards, candidates, voting options, identification requirements, Voter Information Notices, voting locations, and important election dates.
Beginning September 1, 2026, electors may submit an Application to Amend the Voters' List to add, update, or remove voter information.
To submit an application, electors must book an appointment by emailing elections@lincoln.ca or calling 905-563-2800, provide acceptable identification, and complete the required form in person.
To vote in the 2026 Town of Lincoln Municipal Election, you must be:
- A Canadian citizen
- At least 18 years of age
- A resident of the Town of Lincoln, or a non-resident owner or tenant of land in the Town, or the spouse of such an owner or tenant
- Not prohibited from voting under any law
You are not eligible to vote if you are:
- Serving a sentence of imprisonment in a penal or correctional institution
- A corporation
- Acting as executor or trustee in another representative capacity, except as a voting proxy
- Convicted of a corrupt practice described in section 90 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996
Important: You may vote only once in the Town of Lincoln Municipal Election, regardless of how many properties you own or rent.
What is the Voters’ List?
Elections Ontario maintains the Permanent Register of Electors for Ontario, also known as the “voters' list” or “register”.
The voters’ list contains information for individuals eligible to vote in:
- Provincial elections
- Local municipal elections in Ontario
As directed by Council, the Town of Lincoln completed a ward boundary and council composition review, resulting in changes to both ward boundaries and the structure of Council (By-law 2025-28). Your ward determines which Councillor candidates appear on your ballot and where you vote on Election Day.
To find out which ward you live in, view the Election Community Map.
How to search for your address:
- Select "Find an Address" located at the top centre of the map
- Select your Street Name and Street Address from the drop-down menu
Important: You must vote at the designated voting location for the ward where you live.
Review the 2026 Certified Candidates List before casting your ballot. To learn more about individual candidates, including their contact information, please visit the General Election webpage.
Offices to be Elected
- One (1) Mayor
- Six (6) Councillors, with two (2) elected in each ward
School Board Trustee Offices
- One (1) English Public School Trustee – District School Board of Niagara
- One (1) English Separate School Trustee – Niagara Catholic District School Board
- One (1) French Public School Trustee – Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- One (1) French Separate School Trustee – Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
Important: Your ballot will include the Mayor, the two Councillor positions for your ward, and your eligible School Board Trustee position.
Check your mailbox for your Voter Information Notice (VIN), which will be mailed to eligible voters and includes:
- Voting dates and times
- Your assigned voting location
- Advance voting opportunities
- Online voting information
Keep your Voter Information Notice in a safe place. Bringing it with you may help speed up the voting process.
Important: If you have not received your Voter Information Notice by October 5, 2026, please contact elections@lincoln.ca.
Voting Option Date(s) Time Location What to Bring Additional Information Advance Online Voting October 7 to 21, 2026 Between 10:00 a.m. on October 7 until 8:00 p.m. on October 21 Anywhere with internet access Voter Information Notice
Acceptable IDAn online voting tutorial is available. Public computers and internet access are available at the Fleming and Rittenhouse branches of the Lincoln Pelham Public Library and at Town Hall during regular operating hours. Advance In-Person Voting October 14, 17 & 21, 2026 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Town Hall, 4800 South Service Road, Beamsville Voter Information Notice
Acceptable IDVote before Election Day at Town Hall. Election Day Voting October 26, 2026 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Your assigned voting location Voter Information Notice
Acceptable IDConfirm your assigned voting location before heading to vote. Tip: Review your options and choose the voting method that works best for you.
Before voting, take a moment to confirm where to vote.
- Review your Voter Information Notice
- Confirm your assigned voting location
- Bring acceptable identification showing your name and qualifying Town of Lincoln address
Tip: If you're unsure of your ward or voting location, use the Town's Election Community Map or contact elections@lincoln.ca for assistance.
- Review your Voter Information Notice
To vote in person, you must present acceptable identification showing:
- Your name
- Your qualifying Town of Lincoln address
Review the list of acceptable voter identification documents.
Tip: Having your identification ready before you arrive will help make the voting process quicker and easier.
Before Election Day, consider:
- How you will vote (advance online, advance in-person, or on Election Day)
- When you will vote (date and time)
- Where you will vote (Town Hall, online, or your assigned polling location)
- What identification you'll bring
Tip: Voters who make a plan are more likely to participate. Mark your voting date and time on your calendar and keep your identification ready.
If you are unable to vote, you may appoint a voting proxy.
You may appoint a proxy after nominations have been certified, with appointments available beginning September 1, 2026. To book an appointment, please contact the Clerk’s Office by email or by telephone at 905-563-2799 ext. 513.
Proxy Voting Rules
- A person may act as a proxy for one elector only, unless they are a relative (spouse, sibling, parent, child, grandparent, or grandchild)
- Proxy appointments are valid only for the 2026 Municipal Election and expire after voting day
- A voting proxy without a certified form will not be permitted to vote on your behalf
Obtaining the Form
- At Town Hall (4800 South Service Road Beamsville, ON L3J 1L3), or
- Download online: Appointment for Voting Proxy – Form 3.
The proxy must:
- Attend the Clerk’s Office in person with the completed form signed by the elector
- Provide valid identification
- Obtain a Clerk-issued certificate
Voting as a Proxy
- A Clerk‑issued certificate must be presented at the voting place
- The proxy must vote at the elector's designated voting location
Tip: Proxy voting is encouraged during advance voting where possible.
- The Town of Lincoln is committed to providing accessible elections. Information about accessibility measures and accommodations for the 2026 Municipal Election is available in the Town's Accessible Election Policy.
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 4800 South Service Road, Beamsville
Election Hotline: 905-563-2800
Email: elections@lincoln.ca