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Election Information

Leadership | Community | Local Decision Making

2026 Municipal Election

Rural Municipality of Mountain

Municipal government is where decisions directly affect the roads we travel, the services we rely on, the communities we build and the future we leave behind.

Consider Serving Your Community

Have You Ever Considered Running for Council?

You do not need to have all the answers to make a valuable contribution. Good local government needs people who care about their community, are willing to listen, ask questions, consider different perspectives and make responsible decisions for the municipality as a whole.

Why Run for Council?

Your Decisions Matter

Council makes decisions that affect municipal roads, infrastructure, taxation, emergency services, waste management, recreation, development and the services residents use every day.

Help Shape the Future

Council is not only responsible for today's issues. Decisions about infrastructure, investment, community development and municipal finances can affect residents for many years.

Bring Your Perspective

Farmers, business owners, parents, retirees, tradespeople, professionals and community volunteers all see the municipality differently. That experience can make Council stronger.

Represent Your Community

Listen to residents, bring local concerns to the Council table and help make decisions that consider both individual communities and the municipality as a whole.

Be Part of the Budget

Council determines priorities for municipal spending. Every budget involves choices about what needs attention now, what can wait and how taxpayer dollars can be used responsibly.

See Ideas Become Action

Municipal decisions can turn into repaired infrastructure, improved services, new development opportunities, stronger emergency resources and better communities.

Think About It

Could Council Be For You?

You do not need to be an expert in municipal government before you run. Consider whether these statements sound like you.

I care about what happens in my community and want to contribute to its future.

I am willing to listen and want to work towards a common goal.

I have ideas about how to make our community a better place.

I can look beyond one issue or one area and consider what is best for the municipality as a whole.

I can make difficult decisions even when there may not be an option that makes everyone happy.

I am interested in how municipal decisions are made and willing to learn about budgets, infrastructure, policies and services.

If You Said Yes to Several of These, Council May Be Worth Considering

Experience matters, but so do curiosity, judgment, integrity, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in your community.

What Does Council Actually Decide?

Municipal Council deals with practical decisions that directly affect residents and property owners.

Roads & Infrastructure Municipal Budget Taxation Fire Protection Waste & Recycling Community Development Recreation Policies & By-laws Long-Term Planning

Not Sure Whether Council Is For You?

Learn More Before You Decide

Learn about Council responsibilities, meeting expectations, municipal finances and the nomination process before deciding whether you would like to put your name forward.

Ready to Run?

Step 1

Candidate Registration

Registration must take place before a candidate can be nominated.

REGISTER TODAY!

Reeve: Registration may begin May 1, 2026

Councillor: Registration may begin June 30, 2026

 Registration Information

Step 2

Candidate Nomination

Nomination paperwork may be prepared after registration and must be formally submitted to the Senior Election Official during the nomination period.

Nomination Period:
September 16, 17, 18 & 22, 2026

 Nomination Package

reeve and councillor registrations accepted 

(as of August 27, 2026)

The RM of Mountain's Senior Election Official has accepted registration for the following candidates for Reeve & Councillor:


FOR THE POSITION OF REEVE:
Keith Behrmann


FOR THE POSITION OF COUNCILLOR:

Wilmer Malcolm, Ward 1 Councillor


Nestor Rizok, Ward 3 Councillor


Jarrett Mosiondz, Ward 4 Councillor


Ryan Pedersen, Ward 5 Councillor

Denis Beaudry, Ward 5 Councillor


Prospective candidates are encouraged to register with the SEO as soon as possible. Upon registering, prospective candidates can begin their campaign and pursue obtaining endorsements for nomination.

Voting Information

Advance Voting

October 14, 2026

8:00 a.m.

Location: Cowan

Election Day

October 28, 2026

8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Voting locations will be available in Pine River, Cowan, Birch River and Mafeking.

Where Do I Vote?

Detailed voting locations, voter eligibility information and identification requirements are available through the links below.

Official Election Notices & Documents

Official election notices, forms and required public documents will be available below as they are issued.

Thinking About Running?

If you are considering putting your name forward and have questions about registration, nomination or the election process, contact the RM Office. Asking questions does not commit you to becoming a candidate.

 Contact the RM Office: 204-236-4222 

Local Decisions. Local Leadership. Our Community.

The people around the Council table help determine the direction of the Rural Municipality of Mountain. Consider whether you could be one of them.