Apply to work at an election poll during the 2022 municipal election

Burlington, Ont. — June 28, 2022 — The City is looking for temporary election officials to help run Burlington’s 2022 municipal election. Election officials will support the advance voting period on Oct. 15 and 18, and election day on Oct. 24, 2022.

There are a variety of election jobs available and all positions are paid. To find the one right for you and apply, visit myvoteburlington.ca.

Individuals eligible to apply are:

• at least 18 years of age (16 years for the role of Information Assistant)
• a resident of Ontario
• legally entitled to work in Canada
• not a registered candidate or closely related to one.

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Quick Facts

• In October, eligible voters in Burlington will choose who they want to represent them on Burlington City Council in the 2022 municipal election, including: Mayor; City Councillor(s); Regional Chair for Halton Region; and School Board Trustee.
• The Mayor and City Councillors also represent Burlington on Halton Regional Council.
• Nominations to run as a candidate in the 2022 municipal election are open until Aug. 19, 2022. Learn more at myvoteburlington.ca

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Kevin Arjoon, City Clerk
“The municipal election comes around every four years and it really is a unique opportunity to have a front-row seat to democracy in action. I encourage anyone who is interested in learning more about how their local government works to apply to join the election team. It’s also a great chance to meet new people, work alongside members of your community and develop professional skills.”

Links and Resources

• Visit myvoteburlington.ca for all your 2022 Burlington election news, updates and information.
  
  
• To receive the latest news and updates about the city’s 2022 municipal election, residents can subscribe to the “News and Updates” at myvoteburlington.ca.
  
  
• To confirm if you are on the registered voters list for the 2022 municipal election, visit myvoteburlington.ca. Being on the voters list saves you time when you vote.

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