Here’s a quick heads-up for anyone working in Fort McMurray who may not be sure how to vote in this federal election.
📍 Where to Vote in Advance polls: Elections Canada Office 427 Gregoire Drive, Suite 202, Fort McMurray
🗓️ Advance Voting Dates: April 18 – 21, 2025
🕘 Advance Voting Hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (daily)
🆔 What to Bring: • A valid driver’s license (covers most ID needs) • OR a passport plus another supporting piece of ID (can be non-photo)
Important Info on Voting Rights for Workers
👷 Remote Workers (Non-RMWB Residents): If you are working in Fort McMurray but are not a resident of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB), your employer must provide you with a 3-hour window to vote during one of the advance polling days (April 18–21, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM).
🏡 Local Workers (RMWB Residents): If you live in the RMWB and are voting at your assigned polling station on Election Day – Monday, April 28, your employer must provide three consecutive hours off during your shift to vote. Election Day polling hours: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
📞 Questions? Call Elections Canada at 1-866-497-8895
Thank you to all members working under the Refrigeration Collective Agreements who took the time to cast your ballot. With this ratification we can move forward with four years of stability for our industry!
With a federal election set for April 28, 2025, the race is shaping up to be much closer than before. Polls have fluctuated, and as always, the outcome will be decided by the voters on election day!
Here’s a look at the current party leaders: ✅ Mark Carney – Liberal Party ✅ Pierre Poilievre – Conservative Party ✅ Yves-François Blanchet – Bloc Québécois ✅ Jagmeet Singh – New Democratic Party
🔹 Make Your Vote Count! 🔹 We encourage everyone to get informed, get involved, and build relationships within their home ridings. Your vote matters—support the candidate who stands up for trades workers and our industry!
Find important voting details, including advance polling, campus voting, and mail-in ballots, here:
✅ Early voting & mail-in ballots can help accommodate busy work schedules! Register online or call 1-800-463-6868 to check your registration, update your address, and find the best way to cast your vote.
Let’s stand together, stay engaged, and make our voices heard for a stronger future! 💪
Take care & stay safe! 🔧👷🏽♂️🇨🇦 #FederalElection2025 #TradesMatter #MakeYourVoteCount #UnionStrong #StayInformed
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