Voting ID myths, checked against the City
Myth vs. fact, Windsor voting ID: you don't need photo ID, a wrong voter card does not block you, and free Transit Windsor rides to the poll do not require a voter card. Next advance day: Sat Oct. 17 Mic Mac Park drive-thru, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Windsor's municipal election continues through Voting Day on Monday, Oct. 26. Here are common identification mix-ups, checked against the City of Windsor's election pages.
Myth: You need photo ID
Fact: Voters must prove identity and residential address. The City's accepted list includes documents without a photo, such as a utility bill for hydro, water, gas, telephone or cable, a lease or rental agreement, an insurance statement, or a cancelled personalized cheque. An Ontario driver's licence, Ontario photo card or Ontario health card also works.
Myth: A wrong voter card means you cannot vote
Fact: Bring the card and acceptable identification. Election workers can correct the information. The City says new cards are not reissued if a card is lost, damaged or wrong.
Myth: Free transit needs a voter card
Fact: Eligible voters may ride Transit Windsor free when going to or from voting on any advance day or Voting Day. The City says no voter card is necessary; tell the driver you are on your way to or from voting.
Next advance day
Saturday, Oct. 17, is drive-thru voting at Mic Mac Park, 1125 Prince Road (enter from Matchette Road), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Advance days are open to all eligible Windsor electors. Voting Day is Monday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., at any location in your ward.
