When a person lives in one jurisdiction and owns property in one or more other jurisdictions, they may vote once in each of the other jurisdictions where they own property - as long as they meet the voter eligibility requirements.
If you’re voting as a non-resident property owner, you’ll need to bring:
- Two pieces of identification, with at least one with your signature, to prove your identity
- Proof that you own the property, such as a tax notice or land title certificate
- Written consent from the majority of the owners if the property has more than one owner
You don’t need to bring a photo ID. It’s a good idea to fill out and sign the written consent form before voting day to save time.
You’ll need to declare that:
- You are not eligible to vote as a resident
- You are 18 or older when you register to vote, or on general voting day
- You are a Canadian citizen
- You have lived in British Columbia for at least 6 months before registering to vote
- You have owned property in the electoral area for at least 30 days before registering to vote
- You are not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust
- You are not disqualified from voting under the Local Government Act or any other laws
Remember that even if you own multiple properties, you can only vote once in the same voting area.
