2026 Municipal Election

General Information 

A person is eligible to have their name added to the Voters List if they are:

1. A Canadian citizen and at least 18 years of age on Election Day (October 28, 2026); and 

2. A resident of the local authority for at least six months prior to election, OR a registered owner of land in the municipality for at least six months prior to Election Day 

To ensure you are on our Voter List and your Information is up to date, please contact the Municipal Office. If you wish to have your information on the voter's list obscured, you may do so by filing an application with the SEO in person, by mail, or by fax. 

Election Day

Election Day is scheduled for October 28, 2026 and is taking place at the Rivers Legion (633-2nd Ave Rivers MB) from 8:00am to 8:00pm. A voter may be asked to produce identification before being given a ballot by the voting official if there are questions about the voter's eligibility.

If you are not available to vote on October 28, 2026, advanced polls will be open on                             . You may also vote by mail or fax. 

Timeline 

Responsibilities of Elected Officials

In Riverdale Municipality, as a member of Council you will serve a four year term (until 2030) with your term officially commencing October 30, 2026. As one vote out of seven, you are responsible for representing your community and chart a course for our future! If you are considering running for Council, we encourage you to to attend Council Meetings, and speak to a municipal Council member about their experience. All elected officials must complete Manitoba's training on municipal codes of conduct. 

Time Commitment

Council meetings are held twice a month (July and August is only once per month) in the evening, however, you will also be required to attend special meetings, committee and board meetings, and various public meetings/functions.

Duties

As a council member you will be part of a team that will develop and evaluate policies and programs for the municipality. You will ensure that the services are delivered to residents and property owners in the most efficient way possible.

Renumeration 

Members of Council are paid in accordance with By-Law 2024-04 - Council Indemnity.

Qualification of Candidates 

You may only run for Council if you are a Canadian citizen who is at least 18 years of age on the day of the election and a qualified voter within Riverdale Municipality. An employee of the Municipality may only run if they have taken a leave of absence from their position.

To confirmation registration, obtain nomination forms or discuss any matters regarding the 2026 Election further, please contact the Riverdale Municipality Administration Office from 8:30am to 4:30pm (closed from 12-1pm) Monday to Friday. 
SEO: Marci Quane | cao@riverdalemb.ca | 204-328-5300