Field Liaison Officers

Key activities

In accordance with the , FLOs are responsible, under the Chief Electoral Officer's general direction, and in respect of the geographical area (region) to which they are assigned, for providing support to ROs and acting as intermediary between ROs and the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer.

Tasks

Between electoral events, FLOs :

• Foster collaboration and promote information-sharing among ROs to find solutions to regional issues and challenges
• Implement changes with respect to legislation, processes, policies, practices and priorities
• Oversee pre-event field-readiness assignments completed by ROs by committing to deliverables, negotiating plans and budgets with EC, providing advice, guidance, coaching and support to ROs, and encouraging completion of tasks on time, on budget and within guidelines
• Lead engagement activities with provincial or territorial management bodies, municipalities, school boards and other organizations in the region
• Organize post-election meetings

They are also actively involved in :

During electoral events, FLOs :

Regions

There are 31 FLO regions across Canada.

Employment status and remuneration

FLOs are appointed under the in a way that is similar to how ROs are appointed. Their remuneration is specified under the .

Qualifications

Statutory requirements

A FLO must be qualified as an elector (i.e., be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old) and must reside in the region in which he or she is to perform duties under the Canada Elections Act.

Education

Successful completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary education program

OR

An acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience.

Experience

Language

For regions outside the province of Quebec, fluency in English is essential. In the province of Quebec, fluency in French is essential. In regions where both official languages are widely used, bilingualism is required. In all other regions, bilingualism is considered an asset. Please refer to the list of regions for details.

Additional qualifications that may be used to select candidates

Knowledge and skills

Important considerations for appointment

For details, see the .