MSBA at a Glance
What's Happening
2026 School Board Elections
The next school board elections in Manitoba will be on held Wednesday, October 28, 2026. School board elections are a great opportunity for Manitobans to get involved in public education - by voting for your local trustee or by running as a candidate. Visit elect2026.ca to discover more!
MSBA Fall General & Regional Meetings
Save the Dates for MSBA's Fall General and Regional Meetings being held November 26–27. Join us for two days of learning, collaboration, and Association business in downtown Winnipeg at the Delta Hotel. Day 1 will focus on professional development for both new and experienced trustees. Day 2 will feature the general meeting, regional meetings, and additional business, including the MSBA Executive by-election for President and additional MSBA Executive positions if required. Registration details coming soon.
Nominations Open for 2027/2028 Provincial Executive
Member school boards and trustees are invited to nominate candidates for the 2027-2028 Manitoba School Boards Association Provincial Executive. The following positions will be elected for two-year terms in 2027:
- President
- Vice-President (Fewer than 6,000 students)
- Directors for Regions 2, 4, and 5 (one position)
The final call for nominations will be made at the March Annual Convention. Nominations are posted as they are received and can be viewed here.
Learning Opportunities Calendar
Our 2026-2027 Learning Opportunities Calendar is now available. This calendar will help trustees and boards plan for the upcoming year. It provides an overview of conferences, workshops, and other learning opportunities that will interest trustees and administrators. Where possible, we have included preliminary program and registration information, and links to relevant websites.
Employment Opportunities
Standing Together for Safe Schools
A joint press statement outlining a shared commitment among Manitoba's education partners for safe, caring, and inclusive schools.
Reference Guide
A reference guide has been produced by MSBA to promote safe schools for students, while promoting the best interests of staff:
- Staff Interactions with Students & Human Trafficking, Child Exploitation, & Non-Consensual Intimate Images in Manitoba Schools (English PDF)
- Interactions du personnel ave les élèves et la traite des êtres humains, l'exploitation des enfants, et images intimes non consensuelles dans les écoles du manitoba (français PDF)
Upcoming Events
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Women's History Month
Thanksgiving
CACE-ACACÉ Conference
2026 Manitoba School Trustee Elections
Remembrance Day
Manitoba School Boards Association
The Manitoba School Boards Association is a voluntary organization of public school boards in Manitoba. Its mission is to enhance the work of locally elected school boards through leadership, advocacy and service, and to champion the cause of public education for all students in Manitoba. The association offers a wide range of direct services to member boards, and provides a strong voice for the expression of their views and concerns.