Elections: Candidate Info

2026 Candidates:

The candidates nomination period closed at 4 pm on Friday, September 11, 2026 and candidates have until 4 pm on Friday September 18 to withdraw their nomination. This also means that new people are no longer permitted to sign up.

Candidates for the Office of the Mayor:

DHILLON, Paul - Sechelt, BC
MCLAUCHLAN, Dianne - Sechelt, BC
TOTH, Alton - Sechelt, BC

Candidates for the Offices of Councillor:

DAS, Desmond	Halfmoon Bay, BC	MACNEIL, Anna	Halfmoon Bay, BC
DEGAN, Mary	Sechelt, BC	MOORE, Craig	Sechelt, BC
DIXON, Landon	Sechelt, BC	RANDALL, Bruce	Sechelt, BC
EMERY, Mark	Sechelt, BC	SHEPHERD, Adam	Sechelt, BC
FOUILLARD, Daniel	Sechelt, BC	SIEGERS, Darnelda	Sechelt, BC
HOLT, Allan	Sechelt, BC	STEELE, Rose	Sechelt, BC
HUMPHRIES, Lisa Christine	Sechelt, BC	TRINDER, Gary	Sechelt, BC
INKSTER, Darren	Sechelt, BC	VAN GINKEL, Joanne	Sechelt, BC
JONES, Pamela	Sechelt, BC	WHITAKER, Ken	Sechelt, BC
LAMB, Tom	Sechelt, BC

Candidates for the Offices of School Trustee:

CHEN, Lawrence - Richmond, BC
HANSEN, Robin - Roberts Creek, BC
JOE, Tina - Sechelt, BC
LYNDEN, Donna - Sechelt, BC
O'KEEFFE, Jay - Madeira Park, BC
ROWE, Brenda - Sechelt, BC

Candidate Contact Information:

Contact information for all the District of Sechelt candidates can be found at CivicInfo (click the magnifying icon beside each candidate name to find the contact information provided for each candidate).

'All Candidates' events taking place in Sechelt before voting begins:

The District is pleased to share information provided in the Coast Reporter's article of September 11, 2026 "What election events are coming up on the Sunshine Coast?"

Please check information for these events online before you attend:

September 22 - "Meet the Candidates" at Sechelt Public Library, 4 to 6 p.m.
September 24 - Seniors-focused all-candidates meeting on issues, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre, organized by Sunshine Coast Resource Centre in partnership with Senior Planning Table, the Canadian Federation of University Women, Cover the Coast alliance for affordable housing initiatives, and the Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre.
September 28 - Sunshine Coast Labour Council hosts an all-candidates meeting, 6 to 8 p.m., Elphinstone Secondary School. All candidates from across the Sunshine Coast, for all positions invited.
October 5 - Sunshine Coast Chamber of Commerce, hosts an all-candidates meeting, 6 p.m. Chatelech Secondary School.
October 6 - Environmental all-candidates meeting, 6:30-8 p.m. at Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre. Hosted by Sunshine Coast Conservation Association. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Upcoming Candidate Information Session:

7 pm on Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Seaside Centre 5790 Teredo Street, Sechelt

Candidates are encouraged to attend this session.

Serving as a Municipal Councillor

Serving on Council is a meaningful way to help shape the future of Sechelt. It's a role that calls for thoughtful decision‑making, a good grasp of local issues and a genuine commitment to serving the public. Council Members regularly work through complex topics, balance a range of viewpoints and address sensitive topics, all with the goal of doing what is best for the community.

Serving as a School Board Trustee

Serving as a School Board Trustee is a chance to represent your community and help shape the future of local education. Trustees help set priorities and policies, oversee the budget and make decisions that support student learning and well‑being. They bring community voices to the table; make sure local needs are reflected in decisions and help ensure the School Board remains accountable to the public it serves. Visit the SD46 website for more information on the 2026 School Trustee Election.

Steps to Success

Explore the Elections BC website to find out “Who Does What in Local Elections” and review detailed information on new campaign financing and advertising rules. Ensure you are familiar with the Elections BC Guide to Campaign Financing for Local Candidates and Financial Agents in BC.
Visit the “Thinking of Running for Local Office?” page on the BC Ministry of Municipal Affairs website to explore helpful videos, guidance and resource documents on local government, local decision making and roles & responsibilities of local elected officials.
Review key guiding municipal plans and documents on the District of Sechelt website, under Plans, Reports and Studies.