Winnipeg, MB – In consultation with the Winnipeg School Division, and in accordance with section 102(1) of the Municipal Councils and School Boards Elections Act, the Senior Election Official has declared voting for the School Trustee By-Election for Winnipeg School Division Wards 3 and 4, to be suspended at all voting locations.
Taking into account voter participation, worker and facility availability, and to protect the community from the transmission of COVID-19, election officials have determined that this decision is necessary to maintain the health, safety, and well-being of the public and all election staff.
Under the Municipal Councils and School Boards Elections Act, suspended polls must be re-opened within seven days of Election day or the results become invalid and a new election must be held.
Until further notice, the following voting places will be closed and will not be open to facilitate voting:
Community Advance
| Where: | Mulvey School, 750 Wolseley Ave. Ecole River Heights, 1350 Grosvenor Ave. |
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| When: | Tuesday, March 17, 2020 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. |
By-Election Day
| Where: | Winnipeg (4) Wolseley School, 511 Clifton St. Mulvey School, 750 Wolseley Ave. Millennium Library - Buchwald Room, 251 Donald St. Winnipeg (3) |
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| When: | Saturday, March 21, 2020 |
Election officials will continue to monitor the situation and provide further updates as available.
For more information visit winnipeg.ca/byelection2020 or contact 311.