This page will be updated following the close of the nomination period on September 11, 2026. Content is current as of June 1, 2026 and will be updated periodically.
On this page you will find information about candidates running in North Cowichan’s 2026 General Local Election for:
- One (1) Mayor
- Six (6) Councillors
- Seven (7) School Trustees
Candidates by Office
Use the sections below to navigate candidates by office: - Mayor Candidates
- Councillor Candidates
Mayor Candidates
Candidates are listed in alphabetical order.
Councillor Candidates
Candidates are listed in alphabetical order.
Unredacted nomination documents are available for public viewing at Municipal Hall during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4pm, excluding statutory holidays) as soon as they are received.
Learn about local government roles
- Mayor & Councillor: Learn about the responsibilities and leadership roles of the Mayor and how Councillors contribute to decision-making and community planning
- School Trustee: Find out how Trustees support local education governance
Other election resources
- Candidate Nomination Process & Campaign Financing: Learn how candidates are nominated and understand the rules for campaign fundraising and spending
- Official Election Notices: Stay up to date with public notices and announcements
Use of Information Notice
Section 89(9) of the Local Government Act states: “A person who inspects or otherwise accesses nomination documents under this section must not use the information included in them except for the purposes of this Act or purposes authorized by Section 63 [restrictions on use of personal information] of the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act.”