ID Requirements

To vote you will need to show your identification.

If your name IS on the voters list:

• You must show one piece of identification that has your name on it. Your name as shown on the piece of identification must match your name on the voters list.
• If you do not have ID, you can complete the Statutory Declaration confirming your identity.

If your name is NOT on the voters list:

• You must show one piece of identification that has your name and current residential address.

You can use an original identification document, a photocopy of an identification document, or an electronic copy displayed on a mobile device. This includes utility bills received electronically.

Examples of acceptable identification

Government-issued documents:

• Ontario’s driver’s licence
• Passport
• Ontario photo card
• Ontario health card
• Ontario motor vehicle permit
• Statement of government benefits (child tax benefit, old age security, etc)
• Any document issued by the Government of Canada, Ontario or a municipality in Ontario or from an agency of such a government
• Any document issued by a Band Council in Ontario (established under the Indian Act)

Examples of other acceptable documents:

• Utility bill (gas, hydro, etc.)
• Cellular phone bills
• Bank/credit card statement
• School admissions letter
• School transcript/report card
• School tuition/fees statement
• Cancelled personalized cheque
• Certification of Identity and Residence form signed by authorized administrator
• Cheque stub, T4 tax slip or pay receipt issued by an employer
• CNIB identity card
• Hospital record/document
• Insurance policy/statement
• Loan/agreement with a financial institution
• Residential lease, rental or mortgage agreement/statement