Sunday, Nov. 5, is election day across the province. If you're not entirely certain about the process, here's what you need to know.
In Montreal, as in most other parts of the province, you'll have from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. to vote. If you don't know where you have to vote, you should still have the reminder card that you got in the mail that will tell you.
In Montreal, you can also check the Election Montreal web site for more information.
Wherever you have to vote, you'll have to bring at least one piece of government-issued photo ID, such as a health insurance card, a driver's licence, or a passport.
You can also bring your voter card with you to make it easier for election staff to help find you on the list.
Depending on your borough, you'll be given anywhere from two to five ballots — everyone will have to vote for a mayor and a local city councillor, though in some places you'll also have to vote for a borough mayor and borough councillors.
In Montreal, 103 positions are up for grabs — mayor, 18 borough mayors, 46 city councillors and 38 borough councillors.
Meanwhile, in some parts of the city, your kids will also be able to cast ballots — sort of. Those too young to vote will be able to cast 'ballots' as part of a pilot project. Your kids won't be able to choose a mayor or a councillor, but they will be able to answer the question, 'in Montreal, what is most important to you?'
They'll get four choices: arenas, sports centres, and swimming pools; buses, the metro and trains; libraries, recreation centres and concerts; and parks, play modules and green spaces.
It's hoped the initiative will spark an interest in the democratic process among youngsters.