How do I vote in Canadian elections as expat Canadians?
While you’re living outside Canada, you can still vote in Canada provided you are a Canadian citizen who meets the following criteria: • Has resided in Canada any time prior to voter registration • Has resided outside of Canada for less than 5 years since last returning to Canada • Intends to resume residency in Canada in the future For more information, check the Elections Canada and your provincial or territorial election agency’s websites. They’ll have instructions on how to vote when outside Canada, and a phone number to call if you have questions. Make sure you do this as early as possible after an election is called. Your ballot will be sent to you with a return envelope and directions on how to vote. Follow the steps and drop the ballot in the mailbox. Be sure to post your mail with enough time for it to arrive before polls close in your riding. From California, that means sending the ballot 1 to 2 weeks ahead of time. See http://www.canuckabroad.com/forums/how-to-vote-in-the-fe
