Winnipeg, MB – Nomination papers for the offices of Mayor, Councillor, and School Trustee, will be accepted beginning today at 8:30 a.m. until Tuesday, September 22 at 4:30 p.m.
All candidates must submit their nomination papers in-person with the Senior Election Official. They are encouraged to make an appointment in advance.
The City Clerk’s Department will be open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the weekend during the Nomination Period. Candidates must also provide valid identification showing proof of name and current address to be nominated.
Nomination papers must be filed by the candidate on the prescribed form, and have the required number of valid signatures, as follows:
- Mayoral candidates must have a minimum of 250 signatures from voters whose names appear on the voters list
- Councillor candidates must have a minimum of 25 signatures from voters whose names appear on the voters list for the council ward in which they are seeking election
- School Trustee candidates must have a minimum of 25 signatures from voters whose names appear on the voters list for the school division ward in which they are seeking election
The deadline to file nomination papers is 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 22.
Candidates may withdraw their nomination, in writing, until 4:30 p.m., Wednesday,
September 23.
Order of names on the ballot
A random draw to determine the order of the candidates' names on the ballot will take place in the Council Building on September 23 at 6 p.m.
The 2026 City of Winnipeg Municipal and School Boards Election is on Wednesday, October 28. Eligible voters can cast a ballot for Mayor, Councillor, and School Trustees.
More information is available by visiting winnipeg.ca/election2026 or by contacting 311.