Frequently Asked Questions

  • Trustees are locally elected officials who must work closely with the schools and the community to ensure students and community needs are being met. TDSB trustees represent electors in the public school system within the City of Toronto. They typically help guide policies, assist with the budget, appoint directors of education, make staffing decisions and act as a liaison between the provincial government, schools and the communities.

  • The next municipal election is Monday, October 26, 2026, from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.

    However:

    Advance voting is Tuesday, October 6 to Sunday, October 11, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.

  • TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE IN TORONTO’S 2026 MUNICIPAL ELECTION, YOU MUST BE:

    • a Canadian citizen; and

    • at least 18 years old; and

    • a resident in the city of Toronto; or

    • a non-resident of Toronto, but you or your spouse own or rent property in Toronto; and

    • not prohibited from voting under any law.

    • You may only vote once regardless of how many properties you own or rent in Toronto.

    • You must vote in the ward where you live.

    TO VOTE IN TORONTO, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO SHOW IDENTIFICATION WITH YOUR NAME AND TORONTO ADDRESS.

    Learn more here.

  • Supporters can:

    • give a donation

    • help to canvas

    • display a sign

    • attend an event

    • volunteer in other meaningful ways

    • help us connect with people in the community, and/or

    • share our campaign with their network, plus

    • engage with our content on social media.

    Please see the donation and volunteer tabs for more information. I would love to have your support.