Voters across the region are heading to the polls for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, with online voting open until 8 p.m. tonight.
As of 12:30 p.m. today, the Municipality of South Huron reported that 3,611 of its 8,881 registered voters had cast a ballot, bringing turnout to 40.66 per cent. The municipality is encouraging residents to vote and try to beat the 44.5 per cent turnout recorded in the 2022 election.
In Lambton Shores, 29.99 per cent of eligible voters had cast their ballots as of 9:50 a.m. Today.
The Township of Lucan Biddulph reported a voter turnout of 36.6 per cent as of 1 p.m. Today.
Meanwhile, the Municipality of Bluewater reports voter turnout has reached 32.85 per cent. That is higher than turnout in the 2022 municipal election, but still below the rate recorded in 2018.
Eligible voters can cast their ballots online using a phone or another device connected to the internet. Voters will need the information provided in their Voter Information Letter to complete the process.
Residents are encouraged to check with their municipality for help with voting or questions about the election.
