Early Voting Commences in Saskatchewan's Provincial Election
Saskatchewan residents have five days to vote early ahead of the October 28 election, with over 880 polling locations available.
- Voting Week is designed to offer convenience, allowing eligible voters to cast their ballots from Tuesday to Saturday.
- Chief electoral officer Michael Boda emphasizes the importance of voting early to avoid potential weather disruptions.
- More than 32,000 voters have opted to vote by mail, a decrease from the 2020 election.
- Mobile polling stations are available at personal care homes, hospitals, and correctional facilities to accommodate voters unable to travel.
- The election features a contest between the incumbent Saskatchewan Party, promising tax reductions, and the NDP, focusing on healthcare and education reforms.