British Columbians have one final day to cast their ballots in the provincial election as advance polls open for the last time.
After weeks of campaigning and debates, voters have the opportunity to make their voices heard before the official election day on October 24th.
According to Elections BC, over 681,000 people have already voted in advance polls, which is a significant increase from the 2017 election where only 614,389 people voted in advance.
This surge in early voting could be attributed to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, as many people may want to avoid crowded polling stations on election day.
However, Elections BC has assured voters that all necessary safety measures will be in place at polling stations, including physical distancing, mandatory masks, and frequent sanitization.
For those who have not yet voted, advance polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 17th. Voters can find their designated polling station by checking their voter information card or by using the Elections BC website.
It is important to note that advance polls are only open for those who are registered to vote. If you are not registered, you can still do so on election day at your designated polling station.
As for those who have already voted, Elections BC has reminded them that they cannot change their vote. Once a ballot has been cast, it is final.
The results of the advance polls will not be released until after the official election day, so it is still anyone’s game. However, with the high turnout in advance voting, it is clear that British Columbians are eager to have their say in this important election.
So, if you haven’t voted yet, make sure to take advantage of this final opportunity to make your voice heard. Every vote counts in shaping the future of our province.
