Election Information
Rural Municipality of Mountain
Information, notices, key dates, candidate information, and frequently asked questions for municipal elections.
Current Election Notice
Election information will be posted here as it becomes available. Please check back regularly for updates, official notices, deadlines, and voting information.
Important Dates
Candidate Registration
Reeves:
May 1 - September 22, 2026
Councillors:
June 30 - September 22, 2026
Advance Voting
Date: October 14, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location:
Cowan Community Center
Election Day
Date: October 28, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location:
Pine River Community Center
Cowan Community Center
Birch River Legion Hall
Mafeking Legion Hall
Election Information
For Voters
Voter's List:
Contact the municipal office to confirm you are listed on our voter's list.
Note: Those not listed on the official voter's list but are eligible to vote will be required to sign an Oath on election day prior to being given a ballot.
Eligibility Requirements:
- A Canadian Citizen;
- At least 18 years of age on Election Day;
- A resident or land owner within the municipality for at least 6 months on Election Day.
Sealed Ballot:
Those voters that are unable to attend the polling station in person may make application to the Municipal Office to have a ballot mailed to them.
Contact the Municipal Office for more information.
For Candidates
Eligibility Requirements:
- A Canadian Citizen;
- At least 18 years of age on Election Day;
- A resident of Manitoba;
- A qualified voter of the municipality;
- Not subject to disqualification under Manitoba Legislation.
Contact the SEO for a registration and nomination package, or to answer any questions you may have.
Term Length:
Successful candidates will hold their seat beginning October 29th, 2026 until October 23, 2030.
More Questions:
Contact the SEO for a registration and nomination package today.
Official Notices & Documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to vote?
You are eligible to vote if you meet all of the following criteria:
- At least 18 years of age on Election Day;
- A Canadian Citizen;
- A resident or land owner of the municipality for 6 months before Election Day.
Where do I vote?
Polling stations will be established in four of our major communities. You will vote for Reeve and a local representative at the polling station where you reside or where you own land.
What identification do I need?
Acceptable ID consists of an official document that contains a photo of the voter or at least two other documents identifying the individual.
How do I run for Council?
Contact the Municipal Office to receive a registration and nomination package today!
Contact Information
Paige Driscoll, SEO
100 Drury Ave., P.O. Box 155
Birch River, MB R0L 0E0
Phone: 204-236-4222
Email: cao@rmofmountain.com
Website: rmofmountain.com