The 2026 School Board Elections are scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026. This is a great opportunity for residents to take part in shaping local education in 51Թ.
School Trustees are elected every four years during Manitoba’s municipal elections. They play an important role in representing the community, helping set priorities for local schools, and supporting decisions that impact students, staff, and families across the 51Թ.
If you’re curious about the role of a trustee as you prepare to vote, there are some helpful resources available:
OCTOBER 28, 2026 ELECTION – ANNOUNCEMENT
I hereby give notice of the following elections (candidates listed alphabetically):
Ward 1 West – Bothwell, Crystal Springs, Kleefeld, Niverville (2 trustees)
Jenn ELLIOT
Jeff FRIESEN
Paul LAVIN
Ward 2 North – Blumenort, Landmark, Mitchell (2 trustees)
Shayne BARKMAN
Jacqueline MORGAN
Brad SUDERMAN
Ward 3 Steinbach (4 trustees)
Lynn BARKMAN
Cecilia CAJURAO
Tess DOERKSEN
Bryan ENNS
Josh LOEWEN
Jeremy NEUFELD
Mark PETERS
Eric STEGNE
Sarah WIELER
Erin WILLIAMS
Ward 4 South – Grunthal (1 trustee)
Shara DUECK
Cheryl FROESE
Voting locations, dates and times will be provided separately.
Dated September 23, 2026
Rachel Klassen
Senior Election Official
To view each HSD School Trustee candidate’s contact information and disclosures go to the Candidatespage.