Elections

General local elections in B.C. are held every four years on the third Saturday in October. The next local government election will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026.  Advance voting opportunities will be announced closer to the election date.

Potential candidates

If you are thinking of running for local office the following information provided by the Province of BC may help with your decision: Guide - Thinking about running for local office? 

Candidate financial and election advertising rules are listed with Elections BC.

Voter eligibility

Find out if your are eligible to vote  here: Voter eligibility - Province of British Columbia

Voter Registration

The Township of Esquimalt uses the provincial voters list so please register in advance with Elections BC here: Register to Vote | Elections BC

More information will be posted in 2026.

Further questions may be directed to elections@esquimalt.ca