Manitoba Municipal Elections are held every four years. The general Election Day is always the fourth Wednesday of October. The next general municipal election is October 26, 2022.
October 26, 2022 is also the election of School Board Trustees.
The City of Portage la Prairie and the Portage la Prairie School Board have decided to have a joint election and have appointed Diane Van Aert as the Senior Election Official for the City of Portage la Prairie.
Diane Van Aert – Senior Election Official
97 Saskatchewan Ave. E.
Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0L8
Email: dvanaert@city-plap.com
Phone: 204-239-8337
NOTICE OF ELECTION
for the City of Portage la Prairie and the Portage la Prairie School Division Ward One
Notice is hereby given that the voters of the City of Portage la Prairie will be taken to elect One Mayor and Six Councillors from the following duly nominated candidates:
FOR OFFICE OF MAYOR:
HAMILTON, Bryon
KNOX, Sharilyn
PELECHATY, John Donald
TAHIR KHAN, Mohammad
FOR OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR:
AGGARWAL, Ajay MASI, Joe
DOYLE, Colin MEIER, Preston
ESPEY, Ryan R. NICHOLLS, Faron
FOX, BJ PORTER, Terrie
IQBAL, Raahim SAINSBURY, Paul
KITCHEN, Christopher SLOIK, Garry J.
KNOTT, Bill TILK, Mitch
Notice is hereby given that the voters of the City of Portage la Prairie will be taken to elect Five School Trustees from the following duly nominated candidates:
ASHAM, Tracey LUNA, Luis
BEAULIEU, Greg MCCUTCHEON, Rhonda
CARMICHAEL, Tyne MINTY, Ebbonnie
HALL, Tara-Marie O’NEILL, Haylee
HOULE, Jacinda SMOKE, Donald
LESLIE, Shauna-Lei TULLY, Darryl
LUCKO, Ryan WALDVOGEL, Gregg
VOTING PLACES
Voting places will be open for voting on Wednesday the 26th day of October, 2022 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at:
Polling Station Location
No. 1 Herman Prior Activity Centre, 40 Royal Road N
No. 2 MNP Building, Island Park
No. 3 Red River College, 32 5th Street SE – West Entrance
Where you vote is determined by where you live and/or own property in the City of Portage la Prairie. See our website for details or call 204 239-8337 to find out where you vote.
IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example – driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.
ADVANCE VOTING
For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on Election Day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at the Herman Prior Centre, 40 Royal Road North and will be open on Saturday, October 15, 2022. between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
MOBILE VOTING
For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but reside at a health care facility, a mobile voting station will be set up at the following health care facilities on Election Day: Manitoba Development Centre, Portage General Hospital, Douglas Campbell Lodge, Lions Prairie Manor and Dufferin Villa. Times will be posted at each facility. Please note that Mobile Voting is for residents/patients only. Staff members must vote at the poll in which they reside.
APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE
A voter who is unable to go in person to either the regular or advance poll may apply in person, in writing, or by fax to the Senior Election Official at City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
In Person
If applying in person, a voter may apply between September 28 and October 23, 2022. A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.
Mail or Fax
If applying by mail or fax, a voter may apply between July 28 and October 23, 2022. The application must state the applicant’s name, address and telephone number. The application must also include legible photocopies of identification and a declaration of eligibility. A voter applying by mail or fax will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, if the application is received by the S.E.O. 12 or more days before the election. If the application is received less than 12 days before the election, the voter may make alternative arrangements with the S.E.O. to have the ballot delivered to ensure it can be returned by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. This could include designating a family member to pick up the ballot package. The S.E.O. may require the family member to produce identification and take oath as to his/her relationship with the voter.
Diane Van Aert
Senior Election Official
City of Portage la Prairie/Portage la Prairie School Division Ward One
Phone: 204-239-8337 Email: dvanaert@city-plap.com
Nominated Candidates
The following is a list of nominated candidates who have filed their nomination papers in order to run for office in the upcoming 2022 Municipal & School Board election.
Candidate bios with contact information will be posted as it is submitted. The City of Portage la Prairie does not endorse any candidate nor guarantee the accuracy of the information they have provided.
Mayor (1 position to be filled)
Councillor (6 positions to be filled)
School Board Trustee (5 positions to be filled)
Where you vote is determined by where you live and/or own property in the City of Portage la Prairie. Voting stations will be located at the Herman Prior Activity Centre, MNP Building and Red River College. See the map below or enter your address into our Poll Finder to see where you vote. For more information on where to vote, call the SEO at 204-239-8337.
If you live on one of the streets dividing the voting districts, where you vote will depend on what side of the street you live on. For example, if you live on the north side of Saskatchewan Avenue you will vote at the poll station in District 1. If you live on the south side of Saskatchewan Avenue and west of 3rd Street SE / River Road you will vote at the poll station in District 2. If you live on the south side of Saskatchewan Avenue and east of 3rd Street SE / River Road you will vote at the poll station in District 3.
All voting stations are accessible and will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Alternative Voting Options
Options are available for voters who may not be able to vote on Election Day.
Advance Voting
For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on Election Day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at the Herman Prior Centre, 40 Royal Rd N, on Saturday October 15, 2022 from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm.
Sealed Envelope Voting
Any voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place, or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by fax to vote by sealed envelope. The Application to Vote by Sealed Envelope can be mailed to the Senior Election Official at City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday or emailed to dvanaert@city-plap.com.
Mail or Fax
If applying by mail or fax, a voter may apply between July 28, 2022 and October 23, 2022. The application must state the applicant’s name, address and telephone number. The application must also include legible photocopies of identification and a declaration of eligibility. A voter applying by mail or fax will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, if the application is received by the S.E.O. 12 or more days before the election. If the application is received less than 12 days before the election, the voter may make alternative arrangements with the S.E.O. to have the ballot delivered to ensure it can be returned by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. This could include designating a family member to pick up the ballot package. The S.E.O. may require the family member to produce identification and take oath as to his/her relationship with the voter.
In Person
If applying in person, a voter may apply between September 28, 2022 and October 23, 2022. A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.
Mobile Voting
For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but reside at a health care facility, a mobile voting station may be set up at the Manitoba Development Centre, Portage General Hospital, Douglas Campbell Lodge and Lions Prairie Manor on Election Day. The times the mobile voting station will be at each location will be announced.
Voters List
The deadline to make changes to the Voters List was September 20th. You can still vote if your name is not on the list, but you will be asked to present valid identification and proof of residency or property ownership in the City of Portage la Prairie.
Voter Eligibility
You are eligible to vote if you are:
- A Canadian citizen;
- At least 18 years of age on Election Day;
- A resident (or registered landowner) of the City of Portage la Prairie for at least six months prior to Election Day (since April 26, 2022).
You may be asked to show identification and/or proof of property ownership in the City of Portage la Prairie. Acceptable identification includes an official document issued by the federal, provincial or municipal government that contains the voter’s name, address and photograph or at least 2 documents that provide evidence satisfactory to the election official.
Where to Vote
See the map under the “Where to Vote” tab or enter your address into our Poll Finder to see where you vote Poll Finder – Election Polling Places (arcgis.com)
Notice of Registration of Prospective Candidates for the 2022 General Municipal Election
**Registration rules do not apply to School Trustee Candidates**
The general election will be held on October 26, 2022. Prospective municipal election candidates must register with the Senior Election Official (SEO) during the registration period before they may begin to accept contributions, incur expenses, fundraise or borrow money for their campaign.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will be receiving candidate registrations:
- For the office of Mayor: Between May 1, 2022 and September 20, 2022
- For the office of Councillor: Between June 30, 2022 and September 20, 2022
At the City of Portage la Prairie City Hall office, 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East during the regular hours of business 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. To obtain a registration form contact the SEO at the telephone number listed below or download a PDF of Form 11A – Registration of Prospective Candidate For General Municipal Election.
Diane Van Aert
Senior Election Official
Phone: 204-239-8337
Notice of Nominations
City of Portage la Prairie and Portage la Prairie School Division WARD ONE (CITY LIMITS)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the following days:
Wednesday, September 14, 2022;
Thursday, September 15, 2022;
Friday, September 16, 2022;
Monday, September 19, 2022;
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, I will receive nominations for the offices of Mayor and City Councillors for the City of Portage la Prairie, and for School Trustees for Portage la Prairie School Division Ward 1 (City Limits).
The nomination deadline is September 20, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. Nominations cannot be accepted after this time and date.
All nominations shall be made in writing and shall be signed by at least twenty-five voters of the City of Portage la Prairie. Each nomination shall also be accompanied by the candidate’s declaration of qualification.
Nominations may be filed in person or by an official agent at the above location, on the date and hours specified. Nomination papers and/or candidate’s declaration of qualification may be obtained upon request from City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East.
Nomination papers not accompanied by the required documents and not properly filed shall be rejected.
Diane Van Aert, CMMA
Senior Election Official
City of Portage la Prairie/Portage la Prairie School Division Ward 1
97 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, R1N 0L8
204-239-8337
dvanaert@city-plap.com
Additional Resources
The Municipal Candidate Guidebook is designed to assist anyone interested in seeking election to City Council. This Guidebook provides an overview of the election process in Manitoba and outlines steps you need to take to run as a candidate in the upcoming election for City Council.
2022 Candidates Guidebook
The Municipal Act
The Municipal Councils and School Boards Elections Act
Important Dates:
- Mentorship Program Webinar Series: Follow the link to view the recording of the May 4 webinar, May 11 webinar and Resources
- Candidate Information Session – September 13 at 7:00 p.m.(virtual)
- September 14 – Nomination Period Opens
- September 20 – Nomination Period Closes
- October 26 – Election Day
Notice of Nominations
City of Portage la Prairie and Portage la Prairie School Division WARD ONE (CITY LIMITS)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the following days:
Wednesday, September 14, 2022;
Thursday, September 15, 2022;
Friday, September 16, 2022;
Monday, September 19, 2022;
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, I will receive nominations for the offices of Mayor and City Councillors for the City of Portage la Prairie, and for School Trustees for Portage la Prairie School Division Ward 1 (City Limits).
The nomination deadline is September 20, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. Nominations cannot be accepted after this time and date.
All nominations shall be made in writing and shall be signed by at least twenty-five voters of the City of Portage la Prairie. Each nomination shall also be accompanied by the candidate’s declaration of qualification.
Nominations may be filed in person or by an official agent at the above location, on the date and hours specified. Nomination papers and/or candidate’s declaration of qualification may be obtained upon request from City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Avenue East.
Nomination papers not accompanied by the required documents and not properly filed shall be rejected.
Diane Van Aert, CMMA
Senior Election Official
City of Portage la Prairie/Portage la Prairie School Division Ward 1
97 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, R1N 0L8
204-239-8337
dvanaert@city-plap.com
Additional Resources
The Guide to School Boards and Trusteeship in Manitoba is designed to assist anyone interested in seeking election to School Board office. This Guidebook provides an overview of the election process in Manitoba and outlines steps you need to take to run as a candidate in the upcoming election for School Board Trustee.
Manitoba School Boards Website – Elections
School Boards and Trusteeship in Manitoba
The Municipal Councils and School Boards Elections Act
The Public Schools Act
School Board Election Resources