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Who Can Vote in Ward 2:
Quick Guide
Basic Eligibility
Canadian citizen
At least 18 years old on Election Day
Not prohibited from voting
Ward 2 Connection Required
Live in Ward 2, or
Personally own/rent land in Ward 2, or
Be the spouse of a Ward 2 owner/tenant
Who can vote for Ward 2 Regional Councillor?
A person can vote in Ward 2 if they meet the basic voter rules and have a qualifying Ward 2 connection. The most common voter is a resident of Ward 2.
Proper Situations
Key Rule
You may vote only once in Whitby.
Multiple properties do not create multiple Whitby votes.
A Ward 2 vote requires a qualifying Ward 2 address.
Campaign Takeaway
Main voter pool: Ward 2 residents.
Also include qualifying non-resident Ward 2 property owners/tenants and eligible spouses.
Business-only property connections do not count.
Bottom line: Live in Ward 2, or personally own/rent Ward 2 property, or be the spouse of a Ward 2 owner/tenant = potentially eligible to vote for Ward 2. One vote in Whitby only.
Citations
1. Municipal Elections Act, 1996, S.O. 1996, c. 32, Sched., s. 17.
2. Town of Whitby, Voters, Municipal Elections page, 2026.
3. Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 2026 Voters' Guide for Ontario Municipal Council and School Board Elections - Eligibility to Vote, updated March 24, 2026.
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