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Election Day Monday, November 9, 2020

Covid-19 Update: Non-medical masks are mandatory at polling locations on Election Day in accordance with the Saskatchewan Government's Public Health Order effective November 6, 2020. We ask that you bring your own mask, but one will be provided to you if you do not have one when your arrive. For those that that are unable or unwilling to wear a mask, curbside voting will be available. At the door, an election official will bring your ballot outside and conduct your vote from your vehicle or on the sidewalk.

2020 Voter's Guide

Voter's are encouraged to read the above Guide in full to understand what is required to be a voter, including qualifications, identification, polling areas and places, voting early, transportation on election day and additional resources. A Voter Brochure will be mailed to all households in Prince Albert in October prior to the election.

Voter's Registration Form

To avoid line-ups at the Polls, print and fill out the Voter Registration Form prior to attending as there may be a delay due to COVID-19 protocols. Voters must sign the form in front of an Election Official at the Poll.

Who Can Vote:

Qualifications of a voter

A voter must vote in the city ward and public school board subdivision in which they reside; or must be the owner of assessable land in the City.

A person can be registered as a voter in a municipality or school division if he/she, on election day:

is a Canadian citizen;
is the full age of 18 years; and,
in the case of a municipality:
- has resided in the City or on land now in the City for at least three (3) consecutive months immediately preceding the day of the election; or,
- is the owner of assessable land situated in the City or of land now situated in the City or on land now in the City for at least three (3) consecutive months immediately preceding the day of the election; and,
- has resided in Saskatchewan for at least six (6) consecutive months immediately preceding the day of the election.

in the case of a school division:
- has resided in the school division or on land now in the school division for at least three (3) consecutive months immediately preceding the day of election and has resided in Saskatchewan for at least six (6) months immediately preceding the day of the election.

In the case of a separate school division, in addition to the requirement set out above, voters must be of the religious faith of the minority that established that separate school division, which is Roman Catholic, in the City of Prince Albert. On being registered as a voter in that separate school division, that person is not qualified to be registered as a voter in respect of any other school division.

A person who is registered as a voter in a public school division is not qualified to be registered as a voter in respect of any other school division.

Non-Resident Electors

If you do not live in Prince Albert, but are the owner of assessable land in Prince Albert for at least 3 consecutive months immediately preceding the day of the election, you can vote, but only in the ward where the property with the highest assessment is located.

You can only vote for the Councillor and Mayor (not the School Boards)

Acceptable Voter identification

Voters are required to produce identification that clearly shows their name and place of residence prior to completing a voter’s declaration form.

How to Vote:

Mail-In Ballots

Mail-in ballots must be received at the Election Office before 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 9, in order to be counted. Drop off your completed ballot at City Hall (1084 Central Avenue) in the dropbox at the west entrance or at the Election Office on the second floor during office hours, 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.

Register for your Mail-In Ballot Package from Home (NOW CLOSED)

Mail-in Ballots are now closed.

If you applied for a mail-in ballot before October 26, 2020, you will receive your ballot in the mail soon.

The ballot may be returned by mail, City Hall Drop Box, courier, in person or by any other means to the Election Office in order to be counted.

The onus is on the voter to ensure the ballot is received by the Returning Officer by the deadline of 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2020.

Register for your Mail-in Ballot Package in-person at City Hall

You can come to the second floor of City Hall between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday to register for your mail-in ballot package in-person. The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot package in-person is November 9, 2020 by 8:00 p.m.

When you come in, be sure to have original copies of all required identification. The office will have a Voter's Registration and Declaration Form for you to complete and a designated election official to witness your signature.

To protect the public and election workers, we would encourage voters to make an appointment with the Election Office by contacting 306-953-4305 or email at pavotes@citypa.com.

Homebound Voting (NOW CLOSED)

Application submissions for Homebound Voting is now closed.

A Mobile Poll has been established only for those voters with physical disabilities or limited mobility, along with the resident caregiver of that voter.

Each applicant will be notified by the Returning Officer of the specific time when an Election Official will visit the residence.

The eligible voter(s) will be required to complete the Voter Registration Form and show the required identification prior to voting.

Special Polls

Special Polls have been established and arrangements have be made with each facility to ensure residents living in these facilities are able to vote in this election. Here is a list of all the Special Poll dates, times and locations:

*Asterisk means this polling place date has changed from November 4th to November 5th.

Ward	Polling Place	Address	Date	Allocated Times
1	Victoria Hospital	1200 – 24^th St W	Nov 9	9:00 am – 4:00 pm
1	Herb Bassett Nursing Home	1200 – 24^th St W	Nov 5	9:30 am – 12:00 pm
1	Pineview Terrace Lodge	1200a – 24^th St W	Nov 5	1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2	Green Hill Lodge and Suites	701 – 13^th St W	Nov 2	2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2	Sherman Towers	888 – 1^st Ave E	Nov 2	9:00 am – 12:00 pm
2	Carment Court	230 – 8^th St E	Nov 2	1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
2	Columbian Centre	205 – 13^th St W	Nov 5	9:00 am – 11:00 am
2	Northcote Manor	795 – 1^st Ave E	Nov 3	9:00 am – 12:00 pm
3	River Breeze Retirement Complex	658 River St E	Nov 3	2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
3	*Mitchell Place	700 River St E	Nov 5	9:00 am – 10:00 am
3	*Chester Court	1050 – 1^st St E	Nov 5	10:30 am – 11:30 am
3	Connaught Village Housing Cooperative	100, 1040 – 1^st St E	Nov 3	4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
4	Good Shepherd Villas	1499 – 15^th Ave E	Nov 4	1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
4	Mak Lodge	1601 – 1^st St E	Nov 3	2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
4	Nelson Care Home	1336 – 7^th St E	Nov 2	10:00 am – 11:00 am
5	Points West Living (Caleb Village)	19 Guy Drive	Nov 4	9:00 am – 12:00 pm
6	Mont St. Joseph Home	777 – 28^th St E	Nov 4	2:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Election Day Polls

The City is divided into 8 polling areas/wards. Voters can only vote in the polling area/ward they live in. Polls are open 9:00a.m. to 8:00p.m. To avoid line-ups at the Polls, print and fill out the Voter Registration Form prior to attending. Voters must sign the form in front of an Election Official at the Poll.

Find out where you vote on Election Day November 9, 2020 by using the interactive Election Day Polls Map.

Drive-thru Advance Polls

Advance polls are organized to allow for voting opportunities prior to Election Day. All advance polls will be drive-thru voting at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds (Use the 6th Ave E Entrance) on the following dates and times:

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday, October 30, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 31, 2020 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Monday, November 2, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 5, 2020 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Voters with Disabilities

There are different options available for eligible voters with disabilities. You can:

bring a friend to assist at your designated regular poll; or
you can request an Election Official to assist at their designated regular poll.

AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal and Homebound Voting are also options to consider.

AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal

Use the AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal that is available at the Advance Polls only.

The AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminal is an optical scan ballot-marking terminal that assists voters who are visually impaired or have physical impairments that would make it difficult or impossible to mark the ballot in the usual way. It uses a touch screen to let voters mark the paper ballots privately and independently, and is wheelchair accessible. Some of the key features include:

rocker paddle/foot switch for voters with limited motor control.
braille key pad for voters who are blind and have limited visibility.
audio function for voters who are blind or have limited visibility to hear the choices.

This terminal will be located at the Log House on Exhibition Drive. To access this feature, it would be preferable to make arrangements in advance by calling 306-953-4305.

Homebound Voting (NOW CLOSED)

Application submissions for Homebound Voting is now closed.

A Mobile Poll has been established only for those voters with physical disabilities or limited mobility, along with the resident caregiver of that voter.

Each applicant will be notified by the Returning Officer of the specific time when an Election Official will visit the residence.

The eligible voter(s) will be required to complete the Voter Registration Form and show the required identification prior to voting.

There are also transportation options through the Community Service Centre.

Where to Vote:

Find Your Polling Places on Election Day

Find out where you vote on Election Day November 9, 2020 by using the interactive Election Day Polls Map.

Election Day Polls Map

Drive-thru Advance Polls at PA Exhibition Grounds

Advance polls are organized to allow for voting opportunities prior to Election Day. All advance polls will be drive-thru voting at the Prince Albert Exhibition Grounds on the following dates and times:

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday, October 30, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 31, 2020 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Monday, November 2, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 5, 2020 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Transportation - Free Transit on Election Day

Transit is free on Election Day, Monday November 9. The system runs from 6:15a.m. until 7:15pm.

View the current bus route to plan your trip to the polls.

Seniors and Special needs

Current transportation services provided by the Prince Albert and District Community Service Centre will be available free of charge on Election Day to seniors and residents with special needs.

Book your ride by calling the dispatcher at:

Access transit - 306-953-4466
Seniors transportation - 306-953-4477

Remember to book your ride by October 30, 2020 to secure your ride.

Resources:

Helpful Resources

The Returning Officer has been working closely with Elections Saskatchewan and other municipalities across Saskatchewan to find ways to adapt the election processes to protect the health and safety of election workers and voters.