The Town of Morris is putting out a call for regular citizens to step up and serve on council as the October 28, 2026, municipal election approaches. A news post on the town’s website, titled “You Don’t have to be a politician,” makes it clear that previous political experience is not required.
The town’s message is direct: “You don’t have to be a politician. Municipal Council needs people like you.” With the nomination period opening September 16 to 22, the town is hoping to see a strong slate of candidates come forward. Registration for those interested in running for councillor actually opened on June 30, 2026.
The current council, made up of Mayor Scott Crick and six councillors, wraps up its four-year term on October 28. Councillors are Chris Hamblin, Taylor Braun, Mel Baxter, David Funk, Tim Lewis, and Trevor Thiessen. The new council will be sworn in at noon on October 29, 2026, and will serve until 2030.
To run, a person must be a Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old on election day, and either a resident or property owner in Morris for at least six months before the election. According to the province’s candidate guide, those are the basic requirements set by Manitoba’s Municipal Councils and School Boards Elections Act.
Morris, a town of about 1,975 people in the Red River Valley, is encouraging anyone with an interest in community decisions to find out more. Residents can contact the town office at 204-746-2531, email [email protected], or visit the elections page on the town’s website for nomination details.
