Which address do I use to vote?

You can only vote once each election, but as a student, you have the unique ability to vote using either your permanent home address (i.e. where you live when school is not in session – for example, your parents house or wherever you live during summer or study breaks) or your current address (i.e. where you live when school is in session or where you are working during the summer– for example, your residence or rental apartment). The address you choose will determine which riding (local area) you will vote in and which candidates you can vote for.

To vote in the riding associated with your permanent home address, you must vote either by mail, in person in that riding, or at any Elections Canada office (asking for a special ballot when you do so).