"Love Story" or the Great Wall of View Royal, was created by stonewall artist Andreas Kunert in collaboration with his wife, Naomi Zettl, of the Ancient Art of Stone.

View Royal

Issues for View Royal

Where do candidates stand on environment and climate?

Since declaring a climate emergency in 2019, View Royal has faced growing challenges as regional growth and climate impacts intensify.

As the vital geographical bridge and transportation pinch point connecting the West Shore to Greater Victoria’s core, our roads face intense pressure from regional traffic.

Council members will be challenged on many fronts. Local governments hold the key levers for land use, ecosystem protection, green infrastructure, active transit, and waste reduction - decisions that directly shape our community’s resilience, health, and equity. These can have clear benefits for people and nature, as together we create a more prosperous and just society.

This election is critical, and who we elect will shape the future of View Royal for decades to come. We engaged with candidates, and asked them to complete our questionnaire to find out where they stand on climate and environmental policies we care about. Who took the time to inform voters via their responses?

Learn more about the candidates at the Westshore Chamber of Commerce View Royal All Candidates Forum

Policy commitments for View Royal

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 BuildingsClimate JusticeEcosystemsLand UseTransportWatershedsZero Waste
Candidates for Mayor
Anna Becker – – – – – – –
Volker Dammann ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Teodora Kristof – – – – – – –
Ryan Painter ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
David Screech ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Candidates for Council
Don Brown ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Sacha Christensen ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Carolynne Clark ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Spencer Dixon ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ~
Diane Fownes ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Cam Harris ~ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Jay Josh ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Gery Lemon ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Sean MacKenzie ✓ ~ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Owen Marshall ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Ron Mattson ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Amy McCooey ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
✓ Consistent support
~ Neutral or mixed response
× Consistent opposition
– No response

Candidates for View Royal

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

Candidates for Mayor

Candidates for Council

Don Brown Council

retired RCMP officer (32 years service). 12 years service as a School Trustee (District 62 and 68). Charter President of the Westshore Rotary Club. Many years of coaching youth sports.

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Sacha Christensen Council

Sacha Christensen is a View Royal resident and public relations professional with a background in government and public policy. He is running for Council to bring practical, collaborative leadership to Traffic, Community Health, and Liveable Housing.

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Carolynne Clark Council

Mom of two, realtor, volunteer, proud member of the community 25/26 PAC President View Royal Elementary , Fundraising Coordinator Shoreline Middle & Capital City Pipe Band I listen, bring people together, I find creative solutions to get thing done

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Spencer Dixon Council

I have spent almost all my life in Victoria, with the exception of a few years living in Haida Gwaii. My wife and I bought a house in View Royal 11 years ago and started a family. Hobbies include: Drumming/golf/fishing

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Diane Fownes Council

I have lived in View Royal for over 20 years and hope to remain here in retirement. I care about our community, green spaces and thoughtful development that is supported by the services and infrastructure people need.

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Cam Harris Council

Hi, my name is Cam, and View Royal has been home my entire life. I grew up here, and today I’m fortunate to live and work in the Harbour neighbourhood with my family.

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Jay Josh Council

lived in View Royal 30 or more years . Nursing for 30 yrs , Builder for 15 yrs Love view Royal

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Gery Lemon Council

A two term councillor, seeking a third term, dedicated to the well being of my community. Introduced a motion declaring a climate emergency early in my first term and have supported all initiatives to keep View Royal clean and green.

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Sean MacKenzie Council

I’m a View Royal resident, former railroader and technology professional with over 30 years of experience. My kids attend our local school, and I’m passionate about community, sustainable transportation, and the environment.

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Owen Marshall Council

Born and raised in Victoria, I’ve lived in View Royal for nearly a decade. I work in public-sector HR and am running for Council to bring a practical, collaborative approach to housing, transportation and responsible growth.

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Ron Mattson Council

Ron has served as VR Councillor for 29 years and has more than 25 years of program and project management and policy analysis with BC Government. Lived in VR since 1978 with wife, Linda, and daughter Sarah. Masters degree in Public Administration.

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Amy McCooey Council

I am a dedicated healthcare professional, community volunteer, and parent. I am eager, organized and a team player. I will lead with kindness, honesty and commitment. Raising the 3rd generation of McCooeys in View Royal, my roots are here.

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How to vote

On October 17, 2026, View Royal 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.viewroyal.ca/EN/main/town/elections-main/info-for-voters.html

Re: Mail in Ballots

Registered electors (resident and non-resident) may request a mail ballot by filling out an application to vote by mail.

Please download and complete the Request for Mail Ballot Application Form, and submit it either in person at Town Hall, via mail, or by email to elections@viewroyal.ca. Application forms must be received by October 6, 2026.

October 6, 2026 is the last day packages will be sent by regular letter mail. After October 6, mail ballot packages will be available for pick-up at Town Hall and must be picked up no later than 4:30 p.m. on October 13, 2026.

All completed mail ballots must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 8:00pm on General Voting Day, Saturday, October 17, 2026.

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 17, 2026 General Voting Day View Royal Elementary School 218 Helmcken Road 8:00am 8:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 General Voting Day Eagle View Elementary School 28 Talcott Road 8:00am 8:00pm
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Advanced Voting Day VR Townhall 45 View Royal Avenue 8:00am 8:00pm
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Advanced Voting Day VR Townhall 45 View Royal Avenue 8:00am 8:00pm

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