The Manitoba School Boards Association’s 62nd Annual Convention will be held on March 19 and 20 in Winnipeg. This two‑day gathering will bring together trustees and education leaders from across the province for an engaging program of workshops, keynote presentations, and networking opportunities.

Registration is now open! Be sure to visit the convention page regularly for the latest updates and announcements.

Member school boards and trustees are invited to nominate candidates for the 2026–2027 MSBA Provincial Executive.

The following positions will be elected for two-year terms in 2026:

• Vice-President (boards with greater than 6,000 students)
• Regional Directors for Regions 1, 3, and 5 (one position).

The first call for nominations was issued via written notice dated May 15, 2025. A second call will take place during Fall Regional Meetings, and the third and final call will be made at the March Annual Convention. Nominations are posted as they are received and can be viewed here. 

Each year at its annual convention, the Manitoba School Boards Association proudly honours the dedication of long-serving trustees and presents the Presidents' Council Award to one outstanding educator, support staff member, or community champion who has made a meaningful contribution to student success in Manitoba.

View the Recognition and Awards Program package for details on the awards being presented in March, including eligibility criteria and the selection process.

Nomination Deadline: February 6, 2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 Student Citizenship Awards, which recognize outstanding young people throughout Manitoba who are active participants in their communities and schools. Students who are regularly attending a Manitoba public school are eligible. View the criteria and apply online here. The nomination deadline is Friday, April 3, 2026.

The Canadian School Boards Association (CSBA) 2026 Trustee Gathering on Education, Innovation and Reconciliation is Canada’s premier K-12 public education gathering, bringing together leaders and decision-makers from across Canada’s K-12 public education systems. School trustees, senior district leaders, Indigenous rights holders and knowledge keepers, and education and corporate partners will gather in beautiful Whistler, BC, for three days of exceptional learning, deep connection, and collective leadership. Registration closes on June 2. Learn more.