Check that you live in Ward 5
- You must vote at a polling station in your own ward
- Enter your address in the City’s “What Ward Am I In?” map
- Your Voter Notification Letter lists your voting locations
Cambridge Municipal Election · Monday, October 26, 2026
Where to Vote in Ward 5, Cambridge
Ward 5 has three Election Day polling stations, open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. You are not assigned to one. Vote at whichever Ward 5 location is closest to you.
- Mon Oct 26Election Day
- 10 a.m.–8 p.m.All Ward 5 polls
- 3 locationsUse any of them
- Bring IDName and address
Election Day locations
Ward 5 polling stations
The City of Cambridge has confirmed these three voting locations for Ward 5. Tap Get directions to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps.
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Cambridge Public Library – Queen’s Square Branch
1 North Square, Cambridge, ONMon Oct 26 · 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Cedar Hill United Church
241 Cedar Street, Cambridge, ONMon Oct 26 · 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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St. Augustine Catholic School
177 Bismark Drive, Cambridge, ONMon Oct 26 · 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Locations and hours are from the City of Cambridge Clerk’s Office (in-person voting page), last checked October 25, 2026.
Before you go
How to vote in Ward 5
Bring the right ID
- One government photo ID with your name and Cambridge address
- Or two documents that together show both, like a utility bill and a bank statement
- Your Voter Notification Letter is not valid ID
- See the full list of accepted ID
Not on the voters’ list?
- Canadian citizens 18 or older who live, own or rent in Cambridge can vote
- You can be added at the polling station on Election Day
- Bring ID showing your name and qualifying address
Prefer to vote online?
- Online voting is open until October 26
- You need the Voting PIN on your Voter Notification Letter
- Verify your photo ID online first, then vote
- Register, verify and vote online
Need help? Bring a support person, ask an election official, or ask about curbside voting. City of Cambridge Election Office: (519) 513-6415 (8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day) or election@cambridge.ca.
Ward 5 voter questions
Voting in Ward 5: FAQ
Where do I vote in Ward 5, Cambridge?
On Election Day, Monday, October 26, 2026, Ward 5 voters can vote at any of three polling stations: Cambridge Public Library – Queen’s Square Branch (1 North Square), Cedar Hill United Church (241 Cedar Street) and St. Augustine Catholic School (177 Bismark Drive).
What time are Ward 5 polling stations open?
All three Ward 5 polling stations are open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026.
Do I have to vote at a specific polling station?
No. Cambridge does not assign voters to one polling place. You must vote in the ward where you live, but Ward 5 voters can use whichever of the three Ward 5 locations is most convenient.
How do I know if I live in Ward 5?
Enter your address in the City of Cambridge “What Ward Am I In?” map. Your Voter Notification Letter from the City also lists your voting locations.
What ID do I need to vote in Cambridge?
Bring one piece of government-issued photo ID showing your name and Cambridge address, such as an Ontario driver’s licence, or two documents that together show your name and address, such as a utility bill, bank statement, lease or property tax assessment. Your Voter Notification Letter is not accepted as ID.
Can I vote if I am not on the voters’ list?
Yes, if you are eligible. You can be added to the voters’ list at your polling station on Election Day. Bring ID that shows your name and qualifying address.
Can I vote online instead of going to a polling station?
Cambridge online voting runs from September 26 to October 26, 2026. You need the Voting PIN printed on your Voter Notification Letter and must verify your photo ID online before you can vote.
What help is available for voters with accessibility needs?
You can bring a support person to help you mark your ballot, ask a trained election official for assistance, or ask about curbside voting if you cannot enter the building.
Who do I contact with questions on Election Day?
The City of Cambridge Election Office answers questions at (519) 513-6415 from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, or by email at election@cambridge.ca.
A message from Nazim Shah
Why I’m running for Ward 5
Ward 5 deserves a councillor who listens carefully, plans ahead, and manages every dollar responsibly. I’m running to bring practical, results-focused leadership to City Hall — not politics.
For over two decades, I’ve kept essential operations running, solved complex problems, and brought people together. As a Power Engineer and Operations Manager, my job is to make sure critical systems don’t fail — that budgets are respected, risks are caught early, and when something breaks, it gets fixed properly the first time. That’s the same mindset I want to bring to Ward 5: less talk, more follow-through.
I hear the same concerns at doors across our neighbourhood — the cost of living keeps climbing while paycheques stay flat, traffic and road safety are getting worse near our schools and intersections, and residents want to know their property tax dollars are being spent wisely, not wasted on projects that run over budget or over schedule. I’ve spent my career managing systems where there’s no room for guesswork — where you plan properly, monitor closely, and hold yourself accountable for the outcome. City Hall should operate the same way.
Growth is coming to Cambridge whether we’re ready or not. Ward 5 needs a councillor who can look at a development proposal, a road plan, or a budget line and ask the hard operational questions: Does this actually work? Can we afford it? What’s the long-term cost if we get it wrong? That’s the lens I bring — not as a career politician, but as someone who has spent his life making sure things run the way they’re supposed to.
Cambridge is home. My wife and I are raising our four children here, and like every family in Ward 5, we want safe streets, reliable services, and a city that respects our money as much as we do. I want to put my practical experience to work for the neighbours and families who make Ward 5 strong.
“Cambridge is home. I want to put practical experience to work for the neighbours and families who make Ward 5 strong.”— Nazim Shah
Monday, October 26 · 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Vote Nazim Shah for Ward 5 Councillor
Practical leadership, accountable spending, safer streets and reliable local services.