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The Imagine Surrey candidate says he would pursue bulk purchases of heat pumps and solar, property-tax financing for efficiency upgrades and expanded free water meters if elected.
The Surrey Centre social worker and foster parent says Imagine Surrey would pursue three new community centres, childcare in city facilities and mental health crisis teams.
The Imagine Surrey candidate says he would protect city services, publish the budget math before each vote and make streets safer while improving commutes for working families.
The Imagine Surrey candidate says she would publish project budgets, timelines and contractor performance, establish a lobbyist registry and hold weekly public safety briefings if elected.
Elections BC published the final candidate list on Oct. 3. Richmond-Steveston has as many as five candidates, while Richmond-Bridgeport has two, ahead of the Oct. 24, 2026, provincial election.
The Imagine Surrey candidate lists lower family costs, faster commutes and a more responsive City Hall as priorities, and proposes negotiating bulk transit fares with TransLink.
The Imagine Surrey candidate cites better arena terms, three new community centres and open procurement among his priorities, drawing on his business experience and 35 years living in Newton.
The 34-year-old Fleetwood resident and entrepreneur runs two small businesses and mentors Surrey youth through Bhangra. His three priorities include contacting and supporting extortion victims within 48 hours.
The Newton father of four says he would prioritize school and transit routes, brighter lighting and safer crossings, alongside protecting small businesses from extortion and improving newcomer services.
Safe Surrey Coalition candidate Beau Simpson lists three priorities, including an independent forensic audit of every city hall land deal and pools for Clayton Heights and Cloverdale.
The naturopathic doctor and small business owner says she has served South Surrey for 25 years and chaired city council’s Agriculture, Environment and Investment Committee.
The Safe Surrey Coalition candidate says he would dedicate city-owned land in Newton to a full-service hospital and approve the required city permits within 60 days.
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