Disclaimer: This is not official Elections Alberta communication. These are my own observations and thoughts as a non-partisan election officer who wants to see maximum voter turnout and a smooth election process for all involved. No AI was used in the process of writing this post.

Main takeaways from 5 days of advanced voting and the night of Election Day (19th Oct 2026)

1. Five days of advanced polling were completed without any major incident or upset (at my polling station at least). The first day was chaotic as we were unprepared with dealing with the ballots (one bundle that contains 10, one for each question) and the large crowds on the first day. The crowd levels remain steady and high on days two, three, and four. From my observation, Saturday, which was day five, saw the lowest turnout.

2. Looking forward to tomorrow (19 October 2026), Election Day:

* Please don’t be discouraged by weather such as rain or snow. Please come to vote.

* Curbside voting is always an option if you have mobility issues or any other reason that prevents you from walking all the way into the polling station. Election officers are under oath to register you and cast your ballots ethically.

* The Where to Vote (WTV) cards are not mandatory or important at all.

If you want to find out where to vote, use your CURRENT physical address on the Elections Alberta Where to Vote website to find out which advanced polling station or election day voting station is the one you should be headed to.

You can find the website here: https://map.elections.ab.ca/

Just bring a piece of ID like a drivers license or government identification (and another piece of ID that has your address - if it’s different or changed - to the polling station that is assigned to you). The ID requirements are super flexible and a long list of options are available. Utility bills, lease agreements, bank statements and even the option of updating your home address on your bank app as long as your name matches the government ID you are using all work as proof of address.

If your Alberta ID has expired, it can still be accepted if you have any other piece of ID that has your name on it. A credit card, a Costco card, an employer ID, or anything else to verify your name can be used. We even accept a picture of an Alberta driver license that is accompanied with another piece of ID like a passport or a utility bill which can also be on the phone as well.

1. Please do not make life more difficult for the election workers. Partisan or political comments are not welcome. Election workers must be neutral and must not express any opinion that leans either way of the political spectrum. Be courteous and polite and respectful.

MOST IMPORTANTLY, PLEASE BE PATIENT. Expect long lines and a slow process. The registration process is manual. We will be working with a fresh set of ballots, and we will have to look you up manually in the roll (book) of electors. If not found, you be sent to a registration officer. That will take time.

Comments about the necessity or complexity of the election/referendum are also not welcome. We did not choose this process. Please direct your anger and frustration at the government.

Also, when election workers ask you to confirm something like age, citizenship status, or name and address, do not argue for no reason. We are not asking these questions for the sake of asking them or for fun. We are instructed and mandated to ask them.

Concerns about the validity of the vote because only pencils are provided to mark your ballots are unfounded. I can assure you that all ballots will be counted. Also, you are more than welcome to use your own pen.

I hope my series of posts has helped you all be better informed and that we can have a smooth election process with a maximum voter turnout. If I have the time and energy, I’ll make a closing post after tomorrow, but if I don’t, good luck Alberta!

hey guys, im looking at a 2008 RAV4 that spent most of its life in vancouver, BC. it was then brought over in 2024 to AB, it is AB registered. i know people say stay away from ontario cars cause they can be filled with rust, but was just wondering if there's anything like that with BC vehicles? googled it and couldn't really find much, so just wondering if i am missing something, thanks!

This is my first time ever having a job (like ever), so if anyone has experienced something similar, please offer some advice, I also don't know what to wear or what to bring (but I do know that I should bring my booklet and papers, but that's about it). I'm just pretty nervous about the whole thing too.

Wondering if anyone has experience in the last few months with the drivers road test and cracked windshield.

On the website, in the rules stating what is acceptable, it’s within a certain size that is allowed, but I’ve also heard (and read in years older posts) that it’s either up to the instructor who can decide a small crack (within the allowed limits) isn’t allowed, or that they allow for cracks along the entire windshield, but it all depends on where it is and whether it obscures view.

I have had my learners for way too long, and have been trying to get more practice the last few years to do my road test.

Unfortunately, every person I know who is willing to help me (borrowing their car) has a cracked windshield but one.

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I am also wondering, if borrowing someone’s car, what the rules are for that, and how you present the information if you are not on, or going to be on their insurance (because you are only borrowing the car for the test)

It’s going to be one of the most prolific 48 hours in Albertan/Canadian politics ever. Now more than ever bots and trolls will be on this sub trying to divide and tear down.

This sub leans left naturally but you will see divisive/inflsmatory comments from both sides of the spectrum. They’re meant to tear at the fabric of our conversation and polarize/radicalize.

Remember that outside the internet bubble people are generally good and well meaning. Just trying to take it day by day and make a life for themselves.

IRL I interact with kind benevolent conservative’s and caring pragmatic liberals on a daily basis. I’m
sure many of you do. Also..! Remember to vote!

It seems there doesn't seem to be any local communities dedicated to watches, I've seen watch groups pop up in la, toronto and cities in australia but have yet to ever see anything in Alberta but maybe I'm looking in the wrong places.

Hi folks,

The Varsity soccer league in Alberta, now it its 3rd season, started this weekend for U18 players. It has Edmonton and Red Deer teams. Like APDL it plays 11v11 and starts outdoor in October, moving indoors to play at Red Deer Dome and UofA Foote Field until March. Many teams feature former APDL players and the level of play is top notch.

(Some aged out..some left for this league).

I don't notice any Calgary teams joining. Anyone know if Calgary clubs will eventually join? Its a great option for U17/U18 players, male and female, instead of moving to 7x7 or 9v9 with small nets, and to avoid the high fees of APDL but get better soccer.

Especially for U17 players, playing against slightly older players helps you develop. I jeard some Varsity players from last year moved to InterToronto

@emsavarsity on Instagram

With the ongoing event at CFB Wainwright, I thought it prudent to remind everyone to donate blood if they are able to. Any mass casualty event will deplete current supplies, and it takes time for blood to go into circulation.

Burn victims may require blood transfusions especially if their burns are severe or they require surgery/skin grafting. Burns damage both blood vessels and tissue leading to blood loss, and additional blood can also help with anemia and wound healing.

I've booked an appointment online already, super easy, and it’s a very simple process to donate. This is an opportunity to support the many Canadians in our military, and while it may seem small, there is strength in numbers. Together it is an action we can collectively take to have a positive impact on those who are currently experiencing one of the worst moments of their lives.

Please if you can, consider donating this week. My heart goes out to anyone affected