Proposed By-Laws

Governance Review & Proposed By-Laws

Over the past six months, following the completion of Baseball Canada’s governance review process, Baseball Manitoba’s HR Committee has been engaged in a comprehensive governance review to ensure our organization is positioned to lead effectively, govern responsibly, and continue supporting safe, positive baseball experiences across Manitoba.

This work has included extensive discussion, refinement, and in-person sessions, including a thorough review at Baseball Manitoba’s Annual General Meeting in March of 2026. The process has also been supported by independent expertise and made possible through the financial support of Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries.

Consultative Working Draft

Baseball Manitoba is now sharing its Consultative Working Draft as part of an open and transparent consultation process.

This document is not final. It reflects the current thinking of the Management Committee and Executive Director and is being shared intentionally and early to promote transparency, understanding, and meaningful engagement well in advance of any formal decisions.

The proposed By-Laws outline several proposed governance concepts, including:

• A move toward a fully independent Board of Directors
• Clear separation between governance and operations
• A modernized voting structure
• A skills-based nominations and recruitment process
• A phased transition approach leading toward potential member consideration

VIEW THE PROPOSED BY-LAWS HERE

Member Approval Process and Timeline

No governance changes will be implemented without formal member approval. Any final governance structure would be subject to a vote of the membership at the October 2026 Semi-Annual General Meeting.

Baseball Manitoba encourages all members to review the document linked above in the spirit it is intended, as a working model open to consultation, discussion, and refinement. Sharing this information now ensures members have ample time to understand the proposed direction and provide feedback before any vote is considered.

The governance review and Working Draft have already been formally presented by the President, Executive Director, and HR Committee at:

• The Management Committee Meeting on February 26
• Baseball Manitoba’s Annual General Meeting on March 22

In addition, Baseball Manitoba is hosting virtual town hall sessions in June to continue the consultation process. Info on these sessions is now available below.

Town Hall Invitation

Members are invited to attend a Town Hall on Wednesday, June 24 at 6PM or Sunday, June 28 at 3PM where the proposed By-Laws and transition plan will be reviewed in detail. These sessions will provide an opportunity to ask questions and better understand the proposed changes in advance of the SGM. We're offering two session times to make attendance more accessible: a daytime session and an evening session.

Please note: Members must register in advance for the Town Hall.

Register for the Wednesday, June 24^th Evening Session here - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pKbcqdRoTzed05tHS935Eg

Register for the Sunday, June 28^th Day Session here - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/3ibT7yd8TP-bzW1A-s9itQ

If the new By-Laws are approved, we will move from the current system to the new structure in an orderly fashion. This is intended to ensure continuity of current operations while moving towards the new Board structure and election process.

The proposed transition is designed to ensure that operations continue without disruption while the transition to the new governance model is completed. No changes will impact team operations, leagues, or provincial playdowns next season, and member support and regional input will remain in place throughout the transition.

We have listened carefully to Member concerns about transitioning to the new Board structure, and these provisions allow us to make that transition now.

If approved, the election of Directors would happen at the next AGM in the spring of 2027. Baseball Manitoba would immediately start the recruitment of a new set of Directors, including:

• Three (3) Independent Directors
• Two (2) Region President Directors (one from Zone 1 and one from Zone 2)
• Two (2) Retired Player Directors (one male and one female)

Additional information regarding feedback opportunities, town hall details, and frequently asked questions will continue to be shared on this webpage as the consultation process progresses.

Thank you for your continued commitment to baseball in Manitoba and for your engagement as we work together to strengthen Baseball Manitoba for the future.