Winnipeg Councillor Under Fire | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 24, 2026 · 1m

Winnipeg’s city council is under fire after councillor Russ Wyatt, facing multiple criminal charges including sexual assault and drug possession, continues to attend meetings despite calls for him to step down. The current code of conduct lacks a clear process for handling pending criminal charges, leaving constituents worried about representation while the city charter only triggers automatic removal upon conviction. Mayor Scott Gillingham and Premier Wab Kinew agree: rules must change. A new proposal would temporarily suspend councillors charged with crimes until trial — preserving public…