The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) will be providing information about the upcoming General Local Elections on this page.
As details are confirmed, updates will be added to help residents understand the election process, key dates, and how to participate. The RDOS is committed to supporting an informed and engaged community by sharing clear, accessible information for all eligible voters across the region. Please check back regularly for new updates and resources, and click the + Follow button to stay in the loop.
General voting day - Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Latest updates will be added below:
Information Release - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Click the link to view the full release: RDOS encourages residents to check voting eligibility ahead of 2026 elections
Voting by Mail
Eligible electors who wish to vote by mail must complete and submit a mail ballot application in order to receive a mail-in ballot package.
Mail ballot applications will be available online and in-person at the RDOS Office (101 Martin Street, Penticton) starting Monday, September 21, 2026.
Advance Voting Day October 7, 2026, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Advance Voting Locations
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Notice of Advance Voting - Electoral Area "A"
Notice of Advance Voting - Electoral Areas "B" and "H"
Notice of Advance Voting - Electoral Areas "E", "F", and "I"
Declaration of Candidates - Electoral Area "I"
Notice of Extended Nomination Period - Electoral Area "I"
Declaration of Candidates
Find Your Voting Area and Eligibility
Use the property search tool to enter your address to find your local voting area.If you meet voter eligibility requirements and an election is being held for representatives in your area, you can vote in the upcoming General Local Election. Click here to access the property search mapping tool.
Expression of Interest – Election Worker Opportunities
Nomination packages available for 2026 RDOS Electoral Area Director elections
School Trustee Election Information
School District 53 - Okanagan Similkameen
School District 58 - Nicola Similkameen
School District 67 - Okanagan Skaha
Nomination Package
Required Documents
Recommended Document
General Information
Advertising & Financing
Important Links & Information Releases
Documents
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Non-Resident Property Elector FAQPDF (1.14 MB) -
Non-Resident Property Elector Application Form No-7-2PDF (129.59 KB)
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Non-Resident Property Elector Consent Form No-7-3PDF (75.56 KB)
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Board Procedure Bylaw No. 3009, 2023PDF (135.51 KB)
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Board Remuneration and Expense Bylaw BL2903PDF (262.92 KB)
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Five Year Financial PlanPDF (1.65 MB)
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Elected Official Code of Conduct PolicyPDF (271.62 KB)
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Election FAQPDF (226.85 KB)
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Election and Assent Voting Procedure Bylaw No. 3143PDF (169.91 KB)
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Automated Vote Counting System Authorization and Procedure Bylaw No. 3151PDF (173.74 KB)
