Apply to work the 2026 municipal election
Thank you for your interest in supporting democracy in Wrenford. We are looking for residents to help run the municipal election on October 26, 2026. All roles are now filled, but we keep this page updated for future reference and to share what to expect if you apply next time.
Election worker roles and pay
We are hiring more than 2,000 workers across three main roles. You can apply to one or more roles through the Elections section on our site.
- Presiding Election Official ($45.00 per hour): You will manage voting operations at an assigned polling place. This role is best for people with leadership experience who stay calm under pressure and can solve problems quickly.
- Alternate Presiding Election Official ($34.00 per hour): You will support the Presiding Election Official. If the Presiding Election Official needs a break, you step in to take over. This is a great way to learn the ropes and gain leadership skills.
- Election Official and Rover ($22.00 per hour): You will greet voters, check their identification, process their registration, and hand out ballots. Rovers move between several polling places to help where the need is greatest, restock supplies, and check that everything runs smoothly.
Who can apply
To work at a polling place, you must:
- Be 16 years of age or older
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Act as a non-partisan representative of the City of Wrenford at all times
- Meet the qualifications listed in each job description
Important dates
Your schedule depends on the role you are hired for. All times are in Eastern Time.
- Mandatory training: October 12 to 17, 2026. You must attend a three-to-four-hour in-person session and complete one hour of online training beforehand.
- Advance voting: October 23 and 24, 2026 (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.). Working these shifts is optional.
- Election day: Saturday, October 26, 2026 (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.). You must be available to work this day.
Shift lengths may be extended or shortened based on how many voters show up.
How to apply
- Visit the Elections page to create a new applicant profile.
- If you have worked for Wrenford elections before, log in with your existing username.
- Submit your application and select your top three preferred polling place areas. We will try to match your preferences, but final assignments depend on operational needs.
- If you are selected, you will receive an email with your shift details and training location.
Pay and tax information
You will receive your pay by direct deposit on November 6, 2026. You must submit a void cheque or a bank-verified direct deposit form to set this up. If you do not have a bank account, we will mail a paper cheque to the address you provide.
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) disability pension rules: Workers under 18 or over 70 are automatically exempt from CPP contributions. If you are between 65 and 70 and want to be exempt, you must fill out the CPT30 form and send it to the recruitment team by August 20, 2026.
Your T4 slip will be mailed to your home address by March 31, 2027. A digital copy will also be available in your Canada Revenue Agency account.
Contact us
If you have questions about the application process, shift assignments, or pay, please email [email protected] or call 519-555-0100.