Issues for Mission

Where do candidates stand on environment and climate?

This election is critical, and who we elect will shape the future of our community 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.

What about other issues?

The Mission City Record published a list of all candidates with a brief description of their background and platform here.

To find out where candidates stand on all the issues, we encourage you to attend the all-candidates meetings:

  • Monday Sept 28 (6:00 pm): Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave. Mission, BC
  • Thursday Oct 8 (6:00 pm): Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave. Mission, BC

A report in the Mission City Record about the Sept 28 debate can be found here.

That debate was presented by the Punj-Aab Culture Club. A video of the debate can be seen here on their Facebook page. Note that they are working to post the video on YouTube.

Policy commitments for Mission

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 Council
Earl Babich 0/24 – – – – – – –
Jash Bains 23/24 ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Adam Boyd 14/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ~ ~
Mark Davies 21/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Dave Hartnell 18/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓ ~
Ken Herar 0/24 – – – – – – –
Rob Jackson 16/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ~ ✓
Ramneek Kaloya 0/24 – – – – – – –
Aman Khera 0/24 – – – – – – –
Candace Koch 11/24 ~ ~ ✓ ~ ~ ~ ~
Norm MacLeod 20/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓ ✓
Martin Marinutti 20/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Jay Matte 0/24 – – – – – – –
Kary Maxwell 24/24 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Lucas McKinnon 0/24 – – – – – – –
Steve McLay 20/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ~
Inder Narwal 0/24 – – – – – – –
Kostas Papadopoulos 21/24 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓ ✓
Dave Perritt 23/24 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Danny Plecas 23/24 ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Maria Polounine 0/24 – – – – – – –
Manny Rai 0/24 – – – – – – –
Sharon Sandhu 4/24 ~ – – ✓ – – –
Gurkirat Sanghera 19/24 ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓ ✓
Rav Sanghera 23/24 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓ ✓
Akanshaa Saxsena 0/24 – – – – – – –
Nelson Tilbury 0/24 – – – – – – –
✓ Consistent support
~ Neutral or mixed response
× Consistent opposition
– No response

Candidates for Mission

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

Candidates for Council

Earl Babich Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Jash Bains Council 23/24 Climate Policies

Jash Bains is an elected School Trustee, healthcare worker, union leader, and community advocate. A Mission resident, she is committed to safer neighbourhoods, responsible spending, inclusion, and stronger services for families, seniors and youth.

West heights Full profile →
Adam Boyd Council 14/24 Climate Policies

Father of four, author, business leader and proud Mission resident. I’m a community advocate focused on youth, seniors, people with disabilities, responsible growth and making sure every voice in Mission has a seat at the table.

Mission City Full profile →
Mark Davies Council 21/24 Climate Policies

With eight years on Council, I bring independent judgment, collaboration and 25 years in technology. I chair the Environmental Charter Advisory Committee and advocate for rural, aquifer and climate protection, responsible growth and taxpayer value.

Cherry Hill Full profile →
Dave Hartnell Council 18/24 Climate Policies

I am passionate about Public service, building and supporting community, leading by example & lifelong learner. 30yrs in public sector work. I am a Farmer, Apiarist (beekeeper), Municipal employee and have owned a successful custom automotive biz

Steelhead - Mission Full profile →
Ken Herar Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Rob Jackson Council 16/24 Climate Policies

Rob Jackson — telecom technician, Ambulance driver, single father, and former small business owner in Mission. Running for council to create dedicated revenue streams to lower property taxes, attract local jobs, expand trades training. Work Live Play

Mission Full profile →
Ramneek Kaloya Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Aman Khera Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Candace Koch Council 11/24 Climate Policies

Candace is a 14-year Mission resident who has worked in the trades, owned a small business and now works in marketing. She is invested in Mission, giving back through 13 years of community volunteering, advocacy and municipal involvement.

Steelhead, City of Mission Full profile →
Norm MacLeod Council 20/24 Climate Policies
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Martin Marinutti Council 20/24 Climate Policies

34 yr Mission resident, retired journeyman tradesman, community volunteer, nature lover and former Steelhead Community Association Chair. Martin brings 30+ years of practical problem-solving experience and a commitment to thoughtful decision-making.

Mission Full profile →
Jay Matte Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Kary Maxwell Council 24/24 Climate Policies

Hi Mission! I’m Kary Maxwell. I’ve called Mission home since I was five years old. This is the community that helped shape who I am and today, I’m stepping forward because I believe it’s time for us to make a difference together.

Mission Full profile →
Lucas McKinnon Council 0/24 Climate Policies

I am a longtime Mission resident, an award-winning young entrepreneur and a dedicated community volunteer. I advocate for equitable opportunities for young people and want to help build a forward-thinking, sustainable community.

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Steve McLay Council 20/24 Climate Policies

I’m a career firefighter and community volunteer. I chair the Albert McMahon Elementary PAC, serve on the Mission Hospice Gala Committee, and on the board of the Mission Environmental Stewardship Society, supporting local environmental initiatives.

Mission Full profile →
Inder Narwal Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Kostas Papadopoulos Council 21/24 Climate Policies

Hello my name is Kostas Papadopoulos I am 36 years old. Married to my wife Vanessa and our two beautiful children Elianna and Dimitri Papadopoulos. I have been a vice president of non profit organization for 2 years. I work as a mechanic here in Miss

Hartley Full profile →
Dave Perritt Council 23/24 Climate Policies

Grew up in Abbotsford 1970's watching 25,000 population become the 165,000 today. Started Ravine Park Salmonid Enhancement Society 1990 Abbotsford Opened Grab-A-Java in 1994 Mission. Organic, coop, Fair trade coffee buyer, 75% of crop is Cafe Fem.

Downtown Full profile →
Danny Plecas Council 23/24 Climate Policies

I have served on council for 15 years, employed with Mission Schools for 29 years . Married for 44 years raising 4 children (5 grandchildren). Served on the Fraser Regional Library Board, Water and Sewer Commission, Sustainable Housing committee.

Mid town Mission Full profile →
Maria Polounine Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Manny Rai Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Sharon Sandhu Council 4/24 Climate Policies

Sharon Sandhu's family has called Mission home since the 70s, and she's raising her daughter here. A decade of finance and disability management experience shapes her sound, people first decisions.

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Gurkirat Sanghera Council 19/24 Climate Policies

Hi i was born in Vancouver and raised in different areas of the lower mainland and Fraser valley. Growing up I pursued in the electrical field. I am know a Red Seal electrician and investor in the city of Mission. I see lots of potential in Mission.

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Rav Sanghera Council 23/24 Climate Policies

I am a lawyer, advocate and a resident of the City of Mission and I am running for Mission City Council.

City of Mission Full profile →
Akanshaa Saxsena Council DID NOT RESPOND
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Nelson Tilbury Council DID NOT RESPOND
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How to vote

On October 17, 2026, Mission voters will elect 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 here.

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
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Advanced Voting Day Mission Leisure Centre - 7650 Grand St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 10, 2026 Advanced Voting Day Mission Leisure Centre - 7650 Grand St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Albert McMahon Elementary School - 32865 Cherry Ave. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Cherry Hill Elementary School - 32557 Best Ave. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Ecole Mission Central Elementary School - 7466 Welton St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Hatzic Middle School - 34800 Dewdney Trunk Rd. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Mission Leisure Centre - 7650 Grand St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Silverdale Elementary School - 29715 Donatelli Ave. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Stave Falls Elementary School - 30204 Brackley Ave. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day West Heights Elementary School - 32065 Van Velzen Ave. 8:00am 8:00pm

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