On October 28, 2026, Morden’s municipal election produced a newly elected mayor and a council composed largely of newcomers. In the neighboring town of Winkler, voters turned down a local referendum that would have allowed retail cannabis sales.
Both municipalities held their votes as part of the province‑wide municipal elections in Manitoba. Morden’s council seats saw significant turnover, resulting in a mostly fresh slate of councillors serving alongside the new mayor.
Winkler’s ballot included a question on permitting cannabis retailers, and the majority of voters chose to reject the proposal, maintaining the town’s existing position on cannabis sales.