Bluestone's 2026 BC Election Centre is Back!
Following the popularity of our previous Election Centre, Bluestone has relaunched the site for the 2026 Municipal and Provincial Elections.
With municipal voting on October 17 and provincial voting on October 24, we will share the latest polling, candidate profiles, platform commitments, campaign announcements and election news—including municipal races and mayoral candidates to watch.
We will also showcase campaign materials developed for our clients, including customized Provincial Election Campaign Kits that help organizations engage with candidates and ensure their priorities are heard.
Visit regularly as Bluestone follows both elections—and beyond.
With municipal voting on October 17 and provincial voting on October 24, we will share the latest polling, candidate profiles, platform commitments, campaign announcements and election news—including municipal races and mayoral candidates to watch.
We will also showcase campaign materials developed for our clients, including customized Provincial Election Campaign Kits that help organizations engage with candidates and ensure their priorities are heard.
Visit regularly as Bluestone follows both elections—and beyond.
BREAKING MUNICIPAL NEWS
Mayoral Candidates to Watch
Municipality |
Candidate |
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Vancouver |
Ken Sim |
Incumbent Mayor |
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Vancouver |
Kareem Allam |
Sim’s former chief of staff |
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Surrey |
Brenda Locke |
Incumbent Mayor |
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Surrey |
Linda Annis |
Surrey First Councillor |
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Delta |
George Harvie |
Incumbent Mayor |
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Delta |
Dylan Kruger |
Two-term Councillor |
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Kelowna |
Tom Dyas |
Incumbent Mayor |
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Kelowna |
Ron Cannan |
Current Councillor and former Kelowna-Lake Country MP |
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Kamloops |
Reid Hamer-Jackson |
Incumbent Mayor |
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Kamloops |
Mike O'Reilly |
Current City Councillor |
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Langley |
Eric Woodward |
Incumbent Mayor |
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Langley |
Jay Lundgren |
Business and Community Leader |
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Coquitlam |
Craig Hodge |
City Councillor since 2011 |
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Coquitlam |
Trish Mandewo |
Two-term Councillor and former two-term UBCM president |
BREAKING PROVINCIAL NEWS
BC NDP Candidates to watch in the October 24 Provincial Election
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Todd Schierling is running for the BC NDP in North Delta, seeking to replace retiring Cabinet Minister Ravi Kahlon. Todd has lived in the riding for approximately 50 years and most recently served as President of the BC Professional Fire Fighters Association. His deep roots in North Delta and his experience representing firefighters across the province give him a strong community and labour profile. North Delta will be an important riding to watch as the BC NDP works to retain a seat previously held by a senior member of its government. |
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Amanda Burrows is running for the BC NDP in Vancouver-Strathcona following the recent passing of MLA Joan Phillip, a respected voice in the Legislature and a strong advocate for her community. Amanda has served as an Executive Director and has been active in Vancouver municipal politics, including seeking the COPE mayoral nomination. Her background in community advocacy and municipal politics gives her an established political network as she seeks to retain Vancouver-Strathcona for the BC NDP. |
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Richard Zussman is running for the BC NDP in Saanich South, seeking to replace long-serving Agriculture Minister Lana Popham. Richard will already be familiar to anyone who follows provincial politics. He spent years covering politics in Victoria as one of the leading reporters in the Legislature press gallery, first with CBC and later with Global News. If elected, he will replace a well-known and popular incumbent. However, he will certainly be no stranger to the Legislature, the political players, or the issues facing the provincial government. His transition from covering provincial politics to running for office will also make Saanich South an interesting race to follow. |
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Andrew Mercier is seeking a return to the Legislature in Langley-Willowbrook. Andrew served as an MLA from 2020 to 2024 before being defeated by Jody Toor in the 2024 provincial election. Notably, Andrew was recently appointed Chief of Staff to Premier David Eby, showing he has remained closely connected to the Premier's Office and the senior levels of the BC NDP since leaving elected office. Langley-Willowbrook will be an important battleground in this election. If the BC NDP is going to regain a majority government, suburban ridings such as this will be critical. Andrew's attempt to reclaim his former seat therefore makes Langley-Willowbrook one of the races worth watching closely as the campaign unfolds. |
Leaders’ Debate Set for October 14
The 2026 BC provincial election leaders’ debate is scheduled for October 14 from 6:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The debate will feature BC NDP Leader David Eby, BC Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson, and BC Green Leader Emily Lowan, and Angus Reid Institute President Shachi Kurl will moderate it.
Read more about the leaders’ debate here.
The debate will feature BC NDP Leader David Eby, BC Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson, and BC Green Leader Emily Lowan, and Angus Reid Institute President Shachi Kurl will moderate it.
Read more about the leaders’ debate here.
October 5 Poll: BC Conservative Lead Narrows to Five Points
Angus Reid’s October 5 poll suggests the BC Conservatives remain ahead, but the race is tightening. Conservatives have 48% support, compared with 43% for the NDP and 7% for the Greens. The Conservative lead has narrowed from eight points in late September to five, with the NDP recovering in Metro Vancouver. Conservative supporters are more firmly committed, giving them a potential turnout advantage. Compared with Angus Reid’s final 2024 poll—NDP 45%, Conservatives 40%—the positions have reversed. The findings suggest a competitive election, with affordability and health care driving voters, while regional results will determine who ultimately forms government.
Read the full article here
Read the full article here
Final Candidate List Released
Elections BC has released the official candidate list for the 2026 Provincial Election following the October 3 nomination deadline.
A total of 355 candidates are running across the province, including 340 candidates representing 10 registered political parties and 15 independent or unaffiliated candidates.
The BC Conservatives are fielding candidates in all 93 ridings, followed by the BC NDP in 92, BC Greens in 73, Centre BC in 35, and OneBC in 33.
View the full list of candidates here.
A total of 355 candidates are running across the province, including 340 candidates representing 10 registered political parties and 15 independent or unaffiliated candidates.
The BC Conservatives are fielding candidates in all 93 ridings, followed by the BC NDP in 92, BC Greens in 73, Centre BC in 35, and OneBC in 33.
View the full list of candidates here.
Campaign Developments
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BC NDP Proposes New Tax Bracket for High-Income Earners
On October 4, BC NDP Leader David Eby announced that the party would introduce a new provincial income tax bracket for individuals earning more than $1 million annually. The BC NDP says revenue generated through the proposed tax measure would be directed toward supporting British Columbia’s health-care system. Additional details on the proposal are expected to be released as the campaign continues. Read more about the announcement here. |
BC Greens Announce Measures to Support Seniors
On October 3, the BC Green Party released part of its election platform focused on affordability and senior support. The party has proposed increasing monthly rental assistance for low-income seniors and introducing vacancy control for assisted-living facilities to better protect against rent increases. Read more about the announcement here. |
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Election Vote Intent
Polling results are provided courtesy of the Angus Reid Institute: British Columbians' Initial Vote Intent.
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Party Leader Approval Ratings;
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338 Canada Projection l BC
Electoral projections based on opinion polls, electoral history, and demographic data. Here
Political Parties & Platforms
Find out more information about each of the political parties and platforms on their websites or social media accounts below;
Find your district
There will be new electoral districts for the 2026 Provincial General Election. Knowing your district is important because it determines your candidates and nearest voting places. Enter your address in the My District App to find your district.
