Candidate Guidebook
The 2022 Candidates Guidebook is your source for everything you need to know as a candidate. The purpose of the guide is to assist anyone who is interested in seeking election or re–election to municipal office. It provides an overview of the electoral process in Manitoba, and outlines the steps you need to follow in order to run as a candidate.
The information in this Guidebook is general in nature, and is meant to serve as a reference for municipal candidates. It is the responsibility of candidates to know the rules and abide by the legislation. You may obtain a copy of the legislation HERE.
AMM municipal elections resource hub
AMM has developed this hub to provide new and returning municipal candidates with helpful resources and information.
Important Dates
Candidate Registration | Mayor - between May 1, 2022 and September 20, 2022 Councillors - between June 30, 2022 and September 20, 2022 |
Nomination | September 14, 2022 to September 20, 2022 |
Campaign Period | Mayor - May 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023 Councillors - June 30, 2022 to March 31, 2023 |
Withdrawal Deadline | September 21, 2022 |
Election Day | October 26, 2022 |
Filing of Election Finance Statements | No later than 210 days after the election (May 24, 2023) |