Do criminal record check on candidates

Advertisement

Advertise with us

Re: Brandon’s upcoming election

Read this article for free:


or

Already have an account? Log in here »

We need your support!
Local journalism needs your support!

As we navigate through unprecedented times, our journalists are working harder than ever to bring you the latest local updates to keep you safe and informed.

Now, more than ever, we need your support.

Starting at $15.99 plus taxes every four weeks you can access your Brandon Sun online and full access to all content as it appears on our website.

Subscribe Now

or call circulation directly at (204) 727-0527.

Your pledge helps to ensure we provide the news that matters most to your community!

To continue reading, please subscribe:

Add Brandon Sun access to your Free Press subscription for only an additional

$1 for the first 4 weeks*

  • Enjoy unlimited reading on brandonsun.com
  • Read the Brandon Sun E-Edition, our digital replica newspaper
Start now

*Your next Free Press subscription payment will increase by $1.00 and you will be charged $20.95 plus GST for four weeks. After four weeks, your payment will increase to $24.95 plus GST every four weeks.

Opinion

Re: Brandon’s upcoming election

I have been closely following the situation in Winnipeg, where a city councillor has been charged with some serious crimes.

The individual has been asked to step down, but Manitoba rules only allow for this if the person is convicted of a crime.

It is nice to see many new faces apply to be a councillor in the City of Brandon.

It is my understanding that to run for a council anywhere in Manitoba, any checks such as a criminal record check or a child abuse registry check are not required.

It is time for Manitoba to review this practice and ask for — particularly — a criminal record check. I know councillors attend gatherings where children are present, and I believe both should be required.

B. LINSKI

Brandon

Report Error Submit a Tip

Opinion

LOAD OPINION ARTICLES