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in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, Ju ly 14 ,2 02 2 | 12 2July 27th@12:00PM The Town of Oakville is invit- ing residents 16 and older to work the 2022 municipal election. Town staff said paid positions are available to help with ad- vance voting Oct. 6 to 9 and Oct. 11 to 15, and on voting day, Oct. 24. Prior election experience is not required for most of the roles, as the town will provide all neces- sary training. Election workers could be as- signed to one of many functions, such as general information and customer service, voter verifica- tion, ballot issuing and location su- pervision. Compensation will be provided based on the position. For more information on the employment opportunities or to apply for one of these opportuni- ties visit https://elections.oak- ville.ca/employment.html. Online applications will re- main open until all positions are filled. Town staff noted that for Ca- nadian citizens, longtime resi- dents and retirees, working in the election is a meaningful way to support their community. Staff also said it is an ideal op- portunity for youth looking to build their resumé. These employment opportuni- ties are also open to new resi- dents who are legally eligible to work even though they may not be eligible to vote. Town staff said all voting loca- tions are physically accessible, and the town welcomes individu- als of all abilities to apply. Residents who speak multiple languages in addition to being fluent in English are also wel- come to apply. Town staff said their linguistic skills will be valuable in connect- ing with and supporting voters. TOWN HIRING FOR MUNICIPAL ELECTION NEWS Iris McGee stops to check out the selection as Oakville Public Library recently launched its first Library On The Go - Book Bike in Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. The free weekday service (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) offers books for all ages, to either read while in the park or take home and return. Graham Paine/Metroland READING ON THE GO