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2026 School Board Elections (October 28, 2026)

Graphic announcement for Brandon School Division's School Trustee Elections, featuring logos for Brandon School Division and Brandon Votes. It highlights the election date as October 28 and directs viewers to visit www.brandonvotes.ca for more information.

Updated: May 12, 2026

The 2026 School Board Elections are scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026. This is a great opportunity for residents to take part in shaping local education in Brandon. 

School Trustees are elected every four years during Manitoba’s municipal elections. They play an important role in representing the community, helping set priorities for local schools, and supporting decisions that impact students, staff, and families across the Division.

If you’re curious about what’s involved in becoming a trustee—or just want to make sure you’re ready to vote—there are some helpful resources available: 


Candidate Information Webinars

The Manitoba School Boards Association is holding two virtual webinars for those thinking of entering the race! The webinars are scheduled for May 27 and June 1. View the MSBA Election Webinar Invitation (PDF) for more details. No registration required. 


Information for Candidates

The campaign registration period for school division trustee candidates opens June 30, 2026. Anyone intending to run for municipal office must register with the SEO before accepting contributions, incurring expenses, raising funds, or borrowing money for their campaign. 

To qualify as a candidate for municipal council, an individual must be:

  • a Canadian citizen
  • at least 18 years of age on Election Day
  • a resident of Manitoba
  • a qualified voter, which includes someone who has lived in or owned property in the municipality for at least six months before Election Day (Apr. 28, 2026)
  • not subject to disqualification under The Municipal Act or any other applicable legislation

Under The Municipal Act, the following individuals are disqualified from being nominated:

  • a judge of the Court of Queen’s Bench or the Court of Appeal
  • a provincial judge or justice of the peace
  • a member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba or the Senate or House of Commons of Canada



More information about candidate registration, nominations, voting locations, and key dates will be shared as the election gets closer.

For more information, contact:
Heather Ewasiuk, Senior Election Official
City of Brandon/Brandon School Division
Phone: 204-729-2462 | Email:brandonvotes@brandon.ca


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