Elections Canada has announced preliminary estimates that show nearly two million electors voted Friday, the first day of advance polls.
Representatives of the non-partisan agency said that’s a record turnout.
The announcement, which was posted on social media Saturday afternoon, came after Canadians reported long lines across the country on Friday. Some told CBC News on Friday they waited more than two hours to cast their ballots.
Registered voters can cast an early ballot at their assigned polling station between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. from April 19-21.
Voter information cards, which registered voters should have received in the mail by April 11, will provide the location of the assigned polling station for advance voting. Election day stations may be at a different address.
Registered voters can also search for their advance polling station here or call Elections Canada at 1-800-463-6868.
