Lois Byron
Lac du Bonnet,Canada
Summary
Accomplished Senior Election Officer with extensive experience at RM of Lac du Bonnet, adept in voter registration and election compliance. Proven ability to coordinate logistics and ensure fair election processes, while effectively training staff and managing polling operations. Strong communicator with a commitment to maintaining integrity and accuracy in all electoral activities.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Election Officer
RM of Lac du Bonnet
01.2012 - Current
- During this time I planned four (4) by-elections and two (4) general elections.
Senior Election Officer
RM & TOWN of LDB
Lac du Bonnet, MB
01.2012 - Current
- Managed voter registration processes to ensure accurate and timely updates.
- Assisted in setting up polling stations for efficient election operations.
- Provided training and support to election workers during voting events.
- Monitored compliance with electoral regulations throughout the election period.
- Facilitated communication between voters and election officials to address inquiries.
- Conducted pre-election testing of voting equipment for reliability and accuracy.
- Collaborated with local authorities to coordinate logistics on election day.
- Prepared detailed reports on electoral activities for post-election analysis.
- Checked voter identification and signed in registered voters prior to administering ballots.
- Oversaw election proceedings to maintain impartiality and fairness and assisted voters with adequate information.
- Coordinated polling stations during peak hours in high traffic areas during voting period
- Assimilated governance knowledge to handle referendum material to eligible voters with adherence to predetermined guidelines.
- Published notices of upcoming elections and nomination meetings.
- Attended meetings to discuss general and specific voter information on election issues.
- Facilitated cooperative activities with representatives of registered political parties and candidates to resolve issues and problems.
- Maintained social media sites to communicate with members about election initiatives in program.
- Represented voter views on matters related to to discuss with board.
- Constructed feature articles to promote nomination for community outreach efforts.
- Administered oaths of office for newly elected candidates following certification of election results.
- Inspected polling places prior to opening on Election Day in order to ensure safety standards were met.
- Reported any irregularities or violations of law immediately to appropriate authorities.
- Provided support services for disabled voters, including curbside voting when necessary.
- Collected and counted ballots at the close of each polling station.
- Conducted training sessions for new poll workers and volunteers on proper voting procedures.
- Updated voter rolls by adding or removing names as needed due to changes in residency or death records.
- Provided assistance to voters in locating their polling place or completing absentee ballots.
- Maintained a secure environment during the election process by enforcing all applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed paperwork related to candidate filings, vote counts, and precinct tallies, ensuring accuracy at all times.
- Assisted with the preparation of election materials, such as ballots and voter information packets.
- Responded to inquiries from citizens regarding upcoming elections and voting procedures.
- Monitored polling stations throughout the day to ensure compliance with election rules and regulations.
- Resolved issues related to voter eligibility quickly and accurately while maintaining confidentiality.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Collected, evaluated and stored documents securely in permanent records.
- Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
- Answered questions and fulfilled requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
- Located and retrieved files, assisting public with general information.
- Purged inactive files and destroyed obsolete files following procedures.
- Provided hands-on training and coaching for junior staff on office policies and regulations.
- Ordered and restocked supplies in line with budget limits and office needs.
Chairperson for fundraising for the Lac du Bonnet Community Committee
01.1992 - Current
- This facility included several halls, bowling lanes and a curling club with a projected cost of approximately $3 million.
- Fundraising activities I implemented included a community pledge program, pursuing corporate donations and organizing events for which I enlisted upwards of a hundred volunteers.
Central Poll Supervisor
Federal and Provincial
Lac du Bonnet, MB
01.1980 - 12.2025
- Manage the polling place and ensure that all partisan material is removed
- Confirms the accessibility of the polling place
- Ensures that polls open and close promptly at the prescribed time
- Monitor poll workers and assume their duties if necessary
- Supervise poll workers to ensure procedures are followed and forms are completed correctly
- Makes sure scrutineers are following the guidelines
- Supervise the counting of the ballots
- Manages the collection and return of ballot boxes and election materials
- Contact the returning officer with the results of the count for the polling stations in a central polling place
Deputy Returning Officer
Federal and Provincial
Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba
01.1980 - 12.2024
- Make sure the polling station has all necessary supplies and open and close on time
- Ensures that the elector provides satisfactory proof of identity and address before voting
- Hands the ballot to the elector and indicates the instructions to follow
- Counts the ballots, completes the related forms and communicates the results to the local Elections Canada office
- Returns the ballot box and related materials to the returning officer or central poll supervisor, as instructed, at the end of voting
Poll Clerk
01.1980 - 12.2020
- Assist the deputy returning officer in all aspects of the voting station
- Prepare forms and maintain records
- Verify that the elector's name appears on the list of electors and that their information matches the ID provided
- Keep track of electors who voted, using forms and lists
- Assist with counting the ballots and with completing the related forms
Senior Election Officer
Town of Lac du Bonnet
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed voter registration processes to ensure accurate and timely updates.
- Assisted in setting up polling stations for efficient election operations.
- Provided training and support to election workers during voting events.
- Monitored compliance with electoral regulations throughout the election period.
- Facilitated communication between voters and election officials to address inquiries.
- Prepared detailed reports on electoral activities for post-election analysis.
- Oversaw election proceedings to maintain impartiality and fairness and assisted voters with adequate information.
- Coordinated polling stations during peak hours in high traffic areas during voting period
- Published notices of upcoming elections and nomination meetings.
- Constructed feature articles to promote nomination for community outreach efforts.
- Administered oaths of office for newly elected candidates following certification of election results.
- Inspected polling places prior to opening on Election Day in order to ensure safety standards were met.
- Provided support services for disabled voters, including curbside voting when necessary.
- Collected and counted ballots at the close of each polling station.
- Conducted training sessions for new poll workers and volunteers on proper voting procedures.
- Updated voter rolls by adding or removing names as needed due to changes in residency or death records.
- Maintained a secure environment during the election process by enforcing all applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed paperwork related to candidate filings, vote counts, and precinct tallies, ensuring accuracy at all times.
- Assisted with the preparation of election materials, such as ballots and voter information packets.
- Responded to inquiries from citizens regarding upcoming elections and voting procedures.
- Monitored polling stations throughout the day to ensure compliance with election rules and regulations.
- Collected, evaluated and stored documents securely in permanent records.
- Purged inactive files and destroyed obsolete files following procedures.
- Provided hands-on training and coaching for junior staff on office policies and regulations.
- Ordered and restocked supplies in line with budget limits and office needs.
School Bus Driver
Sunrise School Division
01.1991 - 12.2009
- Managing a large group of children ranging from five years of age to graduating age while maintaining focus on the road taught me to manage multiple distractions at one time.
Chairperson
Lac du Bonnet Community Centre
01.1995 - 12.2000
- Duties included overseeing staff, organizing meetings, and regulating finances.
Teacher's Aide
Sunrise School Division
01.1989 - 12.1991
- During which I had to assist in managing classrooms of approximately 30 teenaged adolescents.
- De-escalating emotionally charged situations was a normal day-to-day requirement while trying to motivate attentiveness and learning.
Education
GED -
St. Mary's Academy
Winnipeg, MBSkills
- Voter registration
- Election compliance
- Polling station setup
- Voting equipment testing
- Candidate filing management
- Election logistics coordination
Affiliations
Manitoba Wildlife Association, Contributor and Member
Electoral District
Selkirk-Interlake-Eastman, MB
Statutory Requirements
True, True, True, True
Education - Highest Level
Work Experience Only
Community Participation
- Lac du Bonnet Community Committee, Fundraising Chair, Raised funds by organizing events.
- Lac du Bonnet Community Centre, Chair, Oversaw operations and staff.
- Ringette Teams, Coach, Coached young athletes and managed logistics.
- Senior High, Graduation Advisor, Ensured students met graduation requirements.
Civic Address
660 McArthur Ave., Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba, R0E 1A0
Mailing Address
Box 522, Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba, R0E 1A0
Volunteer Experience
Chairperson, Lac du Bonnet Community Committee, 01/01/92, 12/31/92, Fundraising for a facility with a projected cost of approximately $3 million.
Languages
Advanced, None
Other Relevant Information
Enjoy organizing elections and learning about the electoral process.
Additional Qualifications
- Senior Election Officer, Municipal, 2012-2020, Managed various election-related tasks.
- Central Poll Supervisor, Federal and Provincial, 1980-2020, Managed polling places and ensured compliance.
- Deputy Returning Officer, Federal and Provincial, 1980-2020, Oversaw polling station operations.
- Poll Clerk, Federal and Provincial, 1980-2020, Assisted in all aspects of the voting station.
Timeline
Senior Election Officer
Town of Lac du Bonnet
01.2019 - 12.2019
Senior Election Officer
RM of Lac du Bonnet
01.2012 - Current
Senior Election Officer
RM & TOWN of LDB
01.2012 - Current
Chairperson
Lac du Bonnet Community Centre
01.1995 - 12.2000
Chairperson for fundraising for the Lac du Bonnet Community Committee
01.1992 - Current
School Bus Driver
Sunrise School Division
01.1991 - 12.2009
Teacher's Aide
Sunrise School Division
01.1989 - 12.1991
Central Poll Supervisor
Federal and Provincial
01.1980 - 12.2025
Deputy Returning Officer
Federal and Provincial
01.1980 - 12.2024
Poll Clerk
01.1980 - 12.2020
GED -
St. Mary's Academy