North Vancouver (City of)

Issues for North Vancouver (City of)

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.

In addition to standard form questions, each candidate had the opportunity to expand on their positions in a written section following the support/neutral/opposed portion of the survey. We encourage you to take a look at the full written entry that candidates provided. You will see that several candidates did not respond to the survey and we think that says something in itself.

To gather more information about candidates, the opportunity to hear from them in person is helpful. A list of all-candidates meetings is being kept current by the North Shore News. Seehttps://www.nsnews.com/local-news/2026-civic-election-a-running-list-of-north-shore-all-candidates-meetings-12764483.

Now is the time to elect leaders who prioritize creating a cleaner and healthier future for our communities.

All-candidates meetings

A list of all-candidates meetings is being kept current by the North Shore News. See https://www.nsnews.com/local-news/2026-civic-election-a-running-list-of-north-shore-all-candidates-meetings-12764483.

Policy commitments for North Vancouver (City of)

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 BuildingsEcosystemsLand UseTransportZero Waste
Candidates for Mayor
Linda Buchanan 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Oliver King 8/10 ~ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓
Dave Kurvers 8/10 ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ~
Mike McGraw 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Candidates for Council
Holly Back 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Don Bell 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Tammy Bentz 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Anna Boltenko 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
David Brun 0/10 – – – – –
Jeremy Cato 0/10 – – – – –
Angela Girard 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Robert GUY Heywood 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Ken Izatt 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Maxwell Lai 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Jessica McIlroy 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Krishna Raisinghani 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Andrew Robertson 9/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ~
Shervin Shahriari 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Lailani Tumaneng 9/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ~ ✓
Tony Valente 10/10 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
✓ Consistent support
~ Neutral or mixed response
× Consistent opposition
– No response

Candidates for North Vancouver (City of)

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

Candidates for Mayor

Candidates for Council

Holly Back Council 10/10 Climate Policies

I believe in accountability, transparency, and decisions with the long-term interests of our residents and businesses. Priorities: Traffic, Infrastructure, Small Businesses, Housing, Homelessness, Supporting Seniors .PUTTING PEOPLE BEFORE POLITICS

Lynn Valley Full profile →
Don Bell Council 10/10 Climate Policies

Former Councillor and Mayor for District of North Van, former Trustee and Chair of North Van School Board, former Member of Parliament for North Vancouver, currently Councillor for North Van City.

Central Lonsdale Full profile →
Tammy Bentz Council 10/10 Climate Policies

I'm a longtime climate/social justice advocate, volunteering for climate groups, community events, political & arts organizations. I'm a communications professional as Faculty at BCIT & a Script Supervisor in the Film Industry.

City of North Vancouver Full profile →
Anna Boltenko Council 10/10 Climate Policies

Anna Boltenko is a Central Lonsdale resident, nonprofit founder, leadership consultant and longtime City volunteer. She served six years on SPAC and now sits on the Advisory Planning Commission. She co-founded the North Shore Kids Festival.

North Vancouver City Full profile →
David Brun Council DID NOT RESPOND
  Full profile →
Jeremy Cato Council DID NOT RESPOND
  Full profile →
Angela Girard Council 10/10 Climate Policies

https://angelagirard.ca/about-angela-girard/

Central Lonsdale Full profile →
Robert GUY Heywood Council 10/10 Climate Policies

Chartered Professional Accountant, former banker, corp exec, finance consultant. Served 3 terms on School Board, 7 years on the Recreation Commission, two terms on City Council, runner up the last two Mayoral races. Graduated from Argyle '76.

Lower Lonsdale Full profile →
Ken Izatt Council 10/10 Climate Policies

grew up in North Vancouver and have been a city resident for over 45 years. I have raised my family here. My roots are firmly planted in North Vancouver and I have recently retired from a rewarding business career. 12 years community volunteering

Mahon Full profile →
Maxwell Lai Council 10/10 Climate Policies

Born at Lions Gate Hospital, the North Shore is my home. my agenda is focused on talking about two main questions; Who are we building for and What are we building for. To be a councilor that works with and works for everyone, of all ages.

City of North Vancouver Full profile →
Jessica McIlroy Council 10/10 Climate Policies

Jessica McIlroy has served on North Vancouver city council since being elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. She is also a director of government relations with one of Canada’s leading national clean energy think tanks.

Central Lonsdale Full profile →
Krishna Raisinghani Council 10/10 Climate Policies

North Shore-raised and now living in Central Lonsdale, I chair the City’s Advisory Planning Commission and bring over 16 years of experience in finance and strategy. I’m running for Council to help shape thoughtful, practical growth.

City of North Vancouver Full profile →
Andrew Robertson Council 9/10 Climate Policies

I am a working parent, scientist, educator, and housing advocate. I am medical physicist and clinical investigator with BC Cancer and have a clinical faculty appointment with UBC Medicine. I live in my childhood home with my kids, spouse, and mom.

Grand Boulevard Full profile →
SS Shervin Shahriari Council 10/10 Climate Policies

I am a first-term Councillor, community volunteer, business instructor, author and North Vancouver resident of 40+ years. With 35+ years of project & management experience, I bring a combination of experience and new fresh perspective.

City of North Vancouver Full profile →
Lailani Tumaneng Council 9/10 Climate Policies

Registered Nurse for 26 years Vancouver Coastal Health Long Term Care . Elected in 2022 as School Trustee for the City of North Vancouver. Active member of British Columbia Nurses Union. Worked as Steward, representative of JOHS Committee.

Hamilton Full profile →
Tony Valente Council 10/10 Climate Policies

Tony Valente is seeking re-election after eight years on Council, with a record focused on community amenities, responsible growth, transportation choice, vibrant public spaces and strong local businesses. He lives in Lower Lonsdale.

Lower Lonsdale Full profile →

How to vote

On October 17, 2026, City of North Vancouver voters will elect a Mayor and six Councillors. CNV's election pages are at https://www.cnv.org/City-Hall/General-Local-Election/2026-General-Local-Election

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 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 City Hall, 141 West 14th St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 10, 2026 Advanced Voting Day City Hall, 141 West 14th St. 10:00am 4:00pm
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Advanced Voting Day City Hall, 141 West 14th St. 10:00am 7:00pm
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Advanced Voting Day City Hall, 141 West 14th St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Advanced Voting Day City Hall, 141 West 14th St. 10:00am 6:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Larson Elementary, 2605 Larson Rd. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Carson Graham Secondary, 2145 Jones Ave. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Westview Elementary, 641 West 17th St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Queen Mary Elementary, 230 West Keith Rd. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Ridgeway Elementary, 420 East 8th St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Sutherland Secondary, 1860 Sutherland Ave. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre, 130 East 23rd St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West 1st St. 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Pipe Shop, 115 Victory Ship Way 8:00am 8:00pm

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