Halifax municipal election race heating up [Video]

Election signs are popping up everywhere across the Halifax region as the municipal race heats up.

General municipal elections across Nova Scotia are scheduled for Oct. 19, but in Halifax, voters can cast ballots early online, by phone, or in person.

“People have three different ways they can vote,” said Halifax Regional Municipality spokesperson Ryan Nearing. “The first is through online voting which will start on Oct. 8. If folks received their voter information letter, they have a unique pin where they can vote online or by phone.”

Advance in-person voting is available on Oct. 12 and 15, said Nearing.

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In Halifax, there are a number of hot-button issues driving people to the polls, but housing and affordability dominate the conversation.

“I’d love for someone to tackle the housing crisis, affordability, and homelessness,” said Evan Thomas, an undecided voter in Halifax.

“I’m plagued like I’m sure most …