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Registering to vote in a Yukon territorial election

To vote in a Yukon territorial election, you must be registered at your home address. Being registered at the right address makes voting faster. When an election is called, you will be sent a voter information card letting you know when, where, and the ways you can vote.

Register online

Online registration has closed. Electors can still register when they go to vote at their returning office or polling location. 

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible to vote?

To be added to the register, you must:

  • be a Canadian citizen, and
  • have been a resident of the Yukon for at least 12 months,
  • be at least 16 years old*
    *if you are 16 or 17 years old, you can pre-register as a future voter. You will be automatically added to the register when you turn 18.

What information do you need to register online?

The online registration portal will ask for your:

  • legal name,
  • date of birth, and
  • civic address (the address where you live).

If you are registering for the first time or updating your information, you will need to upload ID that shows your name and address. Your ID must match your registration. Most people use their Yukon driver's license or general identification card. There are 50+ ID options.

If you have trouble with the application or do not know your civic address, contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling (867) 667-8683 / 1-866-668-8683 (toll free).

Voting in a Yukon territorial election

Vote at a Returning Office

Once an election is called, Yukoners have multiple voting options.

Shortly after an election is called, all registered electors will be sent a voter information card that tells them where, when, and the ways they can vote. A full list of dates and locations will be posted online.

 

Vote at any returning office (RO office)

Once an election is called, offices are set up in all 21 electoral districts. Offices are open 6 days a week during the election period.

You can vote in-person at any returning office across the Yukon. To vote at a returning office, you will need to fill out an application and show ID. Staff at the office can help you fill out the form. Most people use their Yukon driver's license or general identification card. There are 50+ ID options.

All voting at returning offices is done by special ballot. 

Vote at an advance poll

Advance polls take place on the Sunday and Monday before polling day from 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Every registered elector is assigned to a polling location based on where they live. Registered electors can find their assigned advanced polling location on their voter information card.

 

Vote by mail

Once an election is called, electors can apply to be mailed a ballot. You can apply by:

  • completing an online application and uploading a copy of your ID, or
  • downloading and printing the application form. The completed application and a copy of your ID can be mailed or faxed to Elections Yukon at (867) 393-6977.

The online and downloadable applications are posted online once an election has been called.

If you are planning to vote by mail, you are encouraged to submit your application early. All voting by mail is done by special ballot. 

Accessibility

Accessibility needs and supports

Elections Yukon is committed to supporting people with accessibility needs in the voting process. This includes accessibility of the returning offices and polling sites. 

At the polling place, the following supports are offered to assist in voting:

  • a poster of an enlarged ballot
  • a hand held magnifier
  • the Deputy Returning Officer may take an oath and mark the ballot paper as directed by the elector
  • chairs are provided for people who are waiting in line at the polling station
  • A service dog can accompany the voter at the polling station.

If you have any specific concerns, contact your Returning Officer or Elections Yukon.

Find my electoral district

You can view the electoral district maps by clicking on the PDF version of the maps. Electoral districts within Yukon or the City of Whitehorse are also available.

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