Ward 7 voting guide
What ID you need to vote in London
One document with your name and London address is enough to vote. No photo required. See the accepted ID list, and what to do if you have none.
The rule is simpler than you think
To vote in London's municipal election, you need one document that shows your name and your qualifying address in the city. That's it.
A photo is not required. This is different from some other elections, so don't let it stop you. If your document shows your name and your London address, it counts. Photo or no photo.
Documents that work
Ontario's voter ID regulation (O. Reg. 304/13) lists the accepted documents. Common ones include:
- Ontario driver's licence
- Ontario Health Card (photo version) or Ontario Photo Card
- A utility bill: hydro, water, gas, phone, or cable
- A lease, rental agreement, or mortgage document
- A bank statement, credit card statement, or RRSP statement
- A cheque stub, T4, or pay receipt from your employer
- An income tax assessment or property tax assessment
- Any document from the Government of Canada, Ontario, or a municipality
- An insurance policy or statement
- A student transcript or campus residence document
- A hospital card or record
Bring the original or a certified copy. One document is enough, as long as it shows both your name and your address.
No ID? You can still vote
If you can't produce any of the accepted documents, you can complete Form 9, a Declaration of Identity, at the voting place. You declare who you are and where you live, and you vote. Nobody gets turned away just because their wallet is missing the right paper.
Questions people ask
Do I need photo ID to vote in London?
No. Your ID must show your name and your qualifying address, but a photo is not required.
Is a utility bill really enough to vote?
Yes. A hydro, water, gas, phone, or cable bill showing your name and London address is on Ontario's accepted list.
What if all my ID shows my old address?
You need a document with your current qualifying address. Recent mail from a government, a new lease, or a current bank statement are common fixes. If you truly have nothing, you can complete a Form 9 declaration at the voting place instead.
What if I have no ID at all?
You can still vote by completing Form 9, a Declaration of Identity, at the voting place.
Can I show ID on my phone?
The regulation calls for an original document or a certified copy. Bring the paper document to be safe.
Verified against official sources
Last verified July 13, 2026 against official sources.