Calgary election 2017: Where to vote, who the candidates are and everything else you need to know

From where and when to vote in Calgary's municipal election on Oct. 16 to who your candidate is, CBC News has you covered with everything you need to know.

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Here's how to stay informed and cast your vote:

Find your candidates

All candidates who wanted to run in the election declared their candidacy officially by Sept. 18.

The final list was announcedSept. 19.The city is publishing biographies, contact information, a photo and video for each candidate.

Many filled out the official paperwork early because it wasnecessary to collect donations.

The city has a list online to help you look up who's running for your ward.

• Find the candidates in your ward

Dozens have registered to run for council, and at least nine are throwing their hat into the mayoral race.

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CBC News will have complete election coverage until voting day. We'll also publisha piece by each mayoral candidate outlining their vision.

Where to vote

Each voter is assigned a voting station, which will be identified on a voting card mailed out to your home. The stations willalso be posted online.

ManyCalgarianswill be voting in a new place this year. Ward boundaries have changed enough to impact 58 communities in the city.

The city hasan online search toolto help you look up your ward.

When to vote

Advanced voting will be held from Oct. 4 to 11, excluding Oct. 9, which is Thanksgiving.

Election Day is Oct. 16, and voters must head to their designated station.

Polling station locationswill be available on the city's website.

Some voters may qualify for mail-in ballots if unable to vote in advance or day-of polls.For more information, please fill outan online request on the Elections Calgarywebsite

What to bring

To vote, you must prove you're eligible. Picture ID is not required but you'll need something to prove you live in Calgary.

Bring either an Alberta-issued government ID, such as a driver's licence, an Alberta-issued document, such as a property tax assessment, or correspondence from a school, college or university.

You can also ask your First Nations band, post-secondary institution or property management company, among other authorities, vouch that you're a resident of the area.

Documents with your address may work, as well, such as a credit card statement or utility bill.

The city has a full list of eligible identification records online.