Election Information
Rural Municipality of Mountain
Information, notices, key dates, candidate information, and frequently asked questions for municipal elections.
Current Election Notice
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