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A by-election has been called in Calgary-Shaw.
Candidate Nominations close on August 27, 2026 at 2:00pm. Advance Voting from Tuesday, September 8 to Saturday, September 12.Election Day is Monday, September 14, 2026.Election workers needed! Apply today.
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2026 By-election
2026 By-election

Home > 2026 By-election > Apply for a Special Ballot

Apply for a Special Ballot

The last day to apply for a special ballot was Friday, September 4 at midnight.

Due to the short time frame for receiving and returning special ballot packages, Elections Alberta will be sending them via Canada Post ExpressPost and will include a prepaid ExpressPost envelope for returning your special ballot package.

The last day for Elections Alberta to receive your special ballot by mail is Friday, September 11 at 5:00pm. Special ballots cannot be delivered in person.