The entry of a person's name into the list of eligible voters is called __________.
To vote in a Canadian federal election you must be: 1  A Canadian citizen (Temporary and permanent residents cannot vote); 2  18 years old or older on election day; 3  Residents in the electoral district; and. 4  Registered on the Voters List (also called the list of electors).he National Register of Electors is a database of Canadians who are qualified to vote. A few weeks before the election, Elections Canada will send you a Voter Information Card if your name is on the voters lists.