Absentee Ballots In Canton, What You Need To Know

CANTON, CT — Canton voters planning to cast absentee ballots in the 2026 election can apply without providing a reason or excuse under a recently enacted state law.

Canton voters planning to cast an absentee ballot can submit an application online or download and mail a paper application to the Canton Town Clerk's Office.

The town provides a link to Connecticut's online absentee ballot application portal for voters who want to submit their requests electronically.

Voters choosing a paper application can download and print the form through the Town of Canton website.

Key information includes:

• Online: Absentee ballot applications can be submitted through Connecticut's online application portal.
• Paper: Voters can download and print an absentee ballot application from the town's website.
• Signature required: Paper applications must be completed and signed before being returned.
• By mail: Completed applications should be mailed to Canton Town Clerk, AB Application, P.O. Box 168, Collinsville, CT 06022.

Absentee ballots have been available since Friday, Oct. 2, according to information from the Avon Town Clerk's Office.

Voters seeking an absentee ballot must first complete an application.

Key dates and information include:

• Absentee ballots available: Friday, Oct. 2.
• Application required: An application must be completed before obtaining an absentee ballot.
• Ballot box opens: 8 a.m. Oct. 2.
• Ballot box closes: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3.

For more information on Canton absentee ballots and other election information, click on this link.