Issues for Delta

Where do candidates stand on environment and climate?

This election is critical, and who we elect will shape the future of Delta for decades to come. We engaged with candidates, and asked them to complete a questionnaire to find out where they stand on climate and environmental policies we care about.

To decide for yourself, go to the candidates page and click on the individual candidates to find out where they stand.

Why we need to elect climate leaders

Climate action has many co-benefits for communities, and provides an opportunity to achieve energy security, develop more sustainable economies and jobs, become better environmental stewards, protect ecosystems and biodiversity, reduce pollution, improve human health and well-being, and enhance our quality of life. Climate action has clear benefits for people and nature, as together we create a more prosperous, just, and equitable society.

Local governments are uniquely positioned to take a leading role on climate action as decisions on land use, buildings, local transport, and waste are largely controlled at the local level.

In Delta we are also facing a triple threat to our quality of life, from multiple projects. A very large expansion of the Roberts Bank Terminal, the Tillbury LNG expansion and potentially a bitumen pipeline through our community with a storage tank on the salish sea at Roberts Bank. What will our air quality be like in 5-10 years, imagine all of these trucks and tankers polluting our air and oceans? What about our cost of living, once again we are facing a gas crisis, which impacts the costs of everything from food to transportation. Why would we double down on this resource, when a transition to clean, renewable energy in our buildings and transportation in particular, would free us and have the benefit of contributing to a healthy planet at the same time?

The next elected council will have the responsibility of working with all levels of government to help protect our communities, and address the very real impacts we are facing.

We asked candidates to commit to climate actions as quickly as possible to help provide these benefits for our children and grandchildren.

How did we designate climate leaders?

To be designated as a climate leader, candidates needed to commit to more than 80% of the climate policies and commit to have Delta join with other communities to Sue Big Oil to recover the cost of the damage to our communites and provide the funds for us to prepare for the future.

What about other issues?

The Delta Optimist has an Election Information Page covering the candidates media releases, platforms and other election related information.

Policy commitments for Delta

Summary of candidates' policy commitments, grouped by category. Click on each candidate's name to learn more and read their responses to the questionnaire.

Candidate Total BuildingsClimate JusticeEcosystemsLand UseTransportWatershedsZero Waste
Candidates for Mayor
Melissa Granum 23/26 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ~
George Harvie 0/26 – – – – – – –
Dylan Kruger 24/26 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Candidates for Council
Wendy J. Beck-Orlando 0/26 – – – – – – –
Rod Binder 0/26 – – – – – – –
Sylvia Bishop 0/26 – – – – – – –
Daniel Boisvert 24/26 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Jessie Dosanjh 0/26 – – – – – – –
Alexander Fischer 0/26 – – – – – – –
Sarah Gallop 24/26 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Alicia Guichon 0/26 – – – – – – –
Tammy Hansen 26/26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Jennifer Johal 26/26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Pawan Joshi 24/26 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Nick Kanakos 26/26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Gillian McLeod 14/26 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Jat Puri 22/26 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ~
Ikjot Sandhu-Sahota 0/26 – – – – – – –
Sonya Sangster 0/26 – – – – – – –
Ron Wasik 25/26 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Brian White 22/26 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓ ✓
✓ Consistent support
~ Neutral or mixed response
× Consistent opposition
– No response

Candidates for Delta

Click on each candidate's profile to learn more and read their responses to the questionnaire.

Candidates for Mayor

Candidates for Council

Wendy J. Beck-Orlando Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Rod Binder Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Sylvia Bishop Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Daniel Boisvert Council

I am a lifelong resident of Delta. I have more than 20 years of governance experience. Professionally I am a Notary Public practicing in Delta. My education is from BCIT, Royal Roads University and the Sauder School of Business at UBC

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JD Jessie Dosanjh Council
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Alexander Fischer Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Sarah Gallop Council

I’m a 5th generation Delta resident and I’ve always looked for ways to serve Delta. I sat on the City’s Advisory Design Panel, and Heritage Advisory Commission . I’m a board member on the Delta Heritage Society and Delta Hospital Foundation.

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Alicia Guichon Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Tammy Hansen Council Climate Leader

Sr. CPA at Cran & Co (22 yrs) and former bank cash management accountant. A dedicated community volunteer and Rotary Club of Ladner treasurer, bringing extensive financial expertise, proven local leadership, and strong fiscal responsibility to Delta.

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Jennifer Johal Council

I a mom, former teacher and financial lead in our family business in Tilbury. I’m proud to serve on Delta Council and am seeking re-election with One Delta, bringing my community, business and education experience to the table.

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Pawan Joshi Council

Pawan Joshi is a longtime Delta resident, lawyer and community advocate with experience in public service and governance. A former tribunal member and farmworker advocate, he is committed to protecting farmland, healthy communities and Delta’s future

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Nick Kanakos Council

A proud North Delta resident for 40-plus years, Nick and wife Jeannie raised four children here. For 30-plus years at North Delta Secondary, he taught, coached and supported student initiatives. As a long-time School Trustee, Nick brought practical l

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Gillian McLeod Council

I have worked as the library director and as Deltas social planner. I am very interested in organizations, committees, immigrants, individuals and more. I like hearing people’s concerns and positive thoughts and I work well with Mayora and councillor

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Jat Puri Council

Jat Puri is a Delta Council candidate with Delta First. Experienced in policy writing, emergency planning, and budgets, he focuses on infrastructure safety and community affordability. Jat brings transparency and pragmatic leadership to City Hall

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Ikjot Sandhu-Sahota Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Sonya Sangster Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Ron Wasik Council

I’m running as an independent because I want to bring my experience, my community involvement and, most importantly, bring an independent voice to Delta Council.

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Brian White Council

A Delta resident and business owner for 35 years, with deep roots in the community. He has helped lead the Delta Boys and Girls Club, co-founded the Delta Seniors Planning Team, and established local youth scholarships.

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How to vote

On October 17, 2026, Delta voters will elect a Mayor and 6 Councillors.

Are you registered to vote?

Update your voter information such as your residential or mailing address with Elections BC: elections.bc.ca/register

Find out more about how and where to vote from: https://www.delta.ca/elections/voters

Voting tip

When you vote, only vote for the candidates you want elected. If that is one mayor and five councillors, only put down those names. For council, the top candidates with the most votes are elected, so if you vote for someone that you don't really want elected, that may bump your preferred candidates off the list.

Voting opportunities

DateTypeLocationStart timeEnd time
Saturday, October 3, 2026 Advanced Voting Day Delta City Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 3, 2026 Advanced Voting Day ND Centre for the Arts 11425 84 Avenue 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 3, 2026 Advanced Voting Day SD Recreation Centre 1720 56 Street 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 3, 2026 Advanced Voting Day East Delta Hall 10379 Ladner Trunk Road 8:00am 8:00pm
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Advanced Voting Day Delta City Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent 8:00am 8:00pm
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Advanced Voting Day ND Centre for the Arts 11425 84 Avenue 8:00am 8:00pm
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Advanced Voting Day SD Recreation Centre 1720 56 Street 8:00am 8:00pm
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Advanced Voting Day East Delta Hall 10379 Ladner Trunk Road 8:00am 8:01pm
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Advanced Voting Day Delta City Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent 8:00am 8:00pm
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Advanced Voting Day ND Centre for the Arts 11425 84 Avenue 8:00am 8:00pm
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Advanced Voting Day SD Recreation Centre 1720 56 Street 8:00am 8:00pm
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Advanced Voting Day East Delta Hall 10379 Ladner Trunk Road 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Multiple locations 8:00am 8:00pm

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