Work in the election
Work in the election
Kelowna Votes 2026
Make democracy happen. Help power the election behind the scenes. Be part of the team that runs voting locations across Kelowna.
Join the election team
We’re hiring nearly 300 election workers to support Kelowna’s municipal election in October 2026. Be part of a great team, earn a daily stipend, and help put democracy into action.
Applications open July 21
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Working the election: what to know
Be part of a 300‑strong team helping deliver Kelowna’s municipal election.
You can apply to work in the election if you:
- Are legally able to work in Canada
- Are 18 years or older
- Can attend a mandatory election training in September (date to be determined)
- Are available on General Voting Day and/or other advance voting days
- Are physically able to work the full voting day (approx. 7 a.m. - 9:30p.m. depending on position)
- Are willing and able to remain on site at the voting location at all times, from the beginning of the shift until the end of the shift
Can make a solemn declaration of impartiality and have no personal connection to any candidate
Note: You do not need to be a Canadian citizen.
Dates
- Advance voting days to be determined
- Saturday, Oct. 17 (General Voting Day)
Hours
- Voting locations are typically open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Shifts typically run from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Hours vary by position.
- Workers must remain at their voting location for the full shift. Breaks are provided, but workers cannot leave the property to protect the security and secrecy of the vote.
Locations
The Voting Locations Map will be posted summer 2026.
Locations are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. unless otherwise specified.
Wednesday, October 7
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
Saturday, October 10
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
- North Glenmore Elementary, 125 Snowsell St
- Rutland Elementary School, 620 Webster Rd
Wednesday, October 14
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- Black Box Theatre, 1375 Water St
- Okanagan College, 1000 KLO Rd (open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- University of British Columbia Okanagan, 3272 University Way (open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- Thursday, October 15
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
Friday, October 16
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
Saturday, October 17 (General Voting Day)
- Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way
- Black Box Theatre, 1375 Water St
- Central Okanagan United Church, 721 Bernard Ave
- East Kelowna Community Hall, 2704 East Kelowna Rd
- Evangel Church, 3261 Gordon Dr
- Mission Creek Alliance Church, 2091 Springfield Rd
- MNP Place, 4105 Gordon Dr
- North Glenmore Elementary, 125 Snowsell St
- Okanagan Mission Hall, 4409 Lakeshore Rd
- Quigley Elementary School, 705 Kitch Rd
- Rutland Elementary School, 620 Webster Rd
- Springvalley Middle School, 350 Ziprick Rd
- Watson Elementary, 475 Yates Rd
Presiding Election Official (PEO)
Prior election experience is required.
Reporting to the Chief Election Officer, the PEO oversees the voting station, manages staff, and is responsible for the security and integrity of ballots and the voting machine. The PEO also prepares the ballot account summary.
- Shift: 7:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Daily rate: to be determined*
Assistant Presiding Election Official (APEO)
Prior election experience is required.
Reporting to the PEO, the APEO supports station operations, registers non‑resident property electors, assists with ballot accounting, monitors voter lines, provides direction to voters, and offers guidance on using the voting machine.
- Shift: 7:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Daily rate: to be determined*
Election Official (EO)
No election experience required.
Reporting to the PEO and APEO, EOs help set up the voting location, register voters, distribute ballots, support closing tasks (removing signage, moving tables/chairs), and keep the voting process running smoothly. Approximately 300 positions will be filled.
- Shift: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- Daily rate: to be determined*
*Gross pay is subject to basic Canada Revenue Agency payroll deductions.
NOTE: There are no open volunteer opportunities for the election. If available, volunteer positions are filled by local high school students as part of their political science curriculum to gain experience in municipal government processes.
Applications will be opened on July 21, 2026 at kelowna.ca/careers.
Deadline to apply: August 11, 2026
All election workers must attend one in‑person training session.
More information will be provided.
Because election workers must remain at the voting station all day, please bring:
- enough water and beverages for your full shift,
- food and snacks (kitchen facilities may not be available),
- comfortable, layered clothing,
- comfortable footwear, and
- any required medications.
