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2026 Osoyoos Local Election Tracker

Candidates, nominations, voting information, public forums, accountability reporting and results for the 2026 Osoyoos local election.

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Candidate directory

Who is running

Status note: This directory includes people who have publicly declared their candidacy or supplied campaign information. The official list of nominated candidates will be confirmed after the nomination period closes on September 11, 2026.

Candidates are grouped by office and listed alphabetically by surname. A new candidate will be added automatically when a clearly worded election article identifies the candidate and the office sought.

Candidates for Mayor

Candidates for Council

Water Councillor Candidates

No candidate profiles have been published in this section yet.

School Trustee Candidates

Meetings and Forums

Candidate meetings, public forums, town halls and debate coverage.

Voting and Nomination Information

Nomination notices, voting dates, election procedures and official election information.

Latest published update

Second Advance Voting - Today

Osoyoos electors are reminded that they may cast their votes today at the Sonora Community Centre from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Earlier updates

  1. Wayne Anderson Explores Financial Sustainability for Oliver's Irrigation System

    Oliver mayoral candidate Wayne Anderson is focusing on securing federal and provincial funding to address the town’s significant debt burden associated with its aged irrigation system, which dates back to 1990.

  2. Advance Voting Day One Totals

    639 Osoyoos electors cast their ballots today at the first advance voting opportunity held at Sonora Community Centre. Thank you to everyone who came out to vote!

  3. Osoyoos Town Council Candidate Suggests More Listening, Less Talking

    Candidate Natasha Stevenson proposes a more collaborative approach to governance.

  4. Oliver Mayoral and Council Candidates Forum Tonight

    Attend a free event at Venables Theatre to meet Oliver mayoral and council candidates.

  5. Oliver Mayoral Candidate Aimee Grice Shares Family Background and Commitment

    Aimee Grice, an Oliver resident for nearly two decades with children who were born and raised in the community, discusses her background and why she is running for mayor.

  6. Wayne Anderson Proposes Funding Strategies for Oliver's Future

    Oliver's mayoral candidate, Wayne Anderson, advocates for addressing financial sustainability and economic development to make the town a thriving community.

  7. Osoyoos Mayoral Candidate Scott Armstrong Seeks to Address Community Issues

    Scott Armstrong, an Osoyoos mayoral candidate, is focusing on revitalizing local infrastructure and enhancing public safety initiatives as he aims to continue his community service commitments.

  8. Osoyoos Election Candidates Host Forums This Weekend

    All candidates for Osoyoos's upcoming municipal election are hosting forums this weekend, with events taking place at various locations including Sonora Community Centre and the Osoyoos and District Museum and Archives.

  9. Keremeos Municipal Forum to Meet Candidates

    Meet Keremeos mayoral and council candidates at Legion Hall forum on Oct. 1.

  10. Osoyoos Council Candidates to Face Voters at Tuesday Night Forum

    All-candidates forum for Osoyoos councillors scheduled for Tuesday night.

  11. Osoyoos Mayoral Candidate Sikora Discusses Water Management and Tax Solutions

    In response to Osoyoos' water management crisis, mayoral candidate Dustin Sikora proposes innovative tax solutions that could alleviate financial strain.

  12. Mail Ballot Voting

    Mail ballots are available to eligible voters who are unable to vote in person during advance voting or on General Voting Day.

  13. Hart Buckendahl points to experience, water costs and business support in bid for Osoyoos mayor

    Mayoral candidate Hart Buckendahl says his previous experience in municipal government, including his years as mayor of Oliver, would allow him to step into the job with an understanding of how councils operate and how municipalities work with senior governments.

  15. Osoyoos Mayoral Hopeful Jim Dinwoodie Pitches On-Ground Experience and Reform

    A candidate for mayor of Osoyoos, Jim Dinwoodie, emphasizes the need to communicate more with residents about town activities.

  16. Boundary-Similkameen MLA Donegal Wilson Rejoins Conservative Party

    MLA Donegal Wilson rejoins Conservative Party after resignation and snap election call.

  17. Ken Davreux puts water and fiscal responsibility at centre of council campaign

    Ken Davreux says his decision to run for Osoyoos Town Council comes from a deep attachment to the community he has called home since 1997.

  18. Osoyoos Council Candidate Pitches Communication Fix for Town Issues

    Candidate Ron Sargeant suggests communication failure is at core of Osoyoos' problems.

  19. Jim Dinwoodie brings municipal experience to race for Osoyoos mayor

    Mayoral candidate Jim Dinwoodie says Osoyoos needs stronger municipal leadership, clearer communication with residents and an administration that handles development approvals more efficiently.

  20. Notice of Advance Voting Dates

    ADVANCE VOTING WILL BE AVAILABLE Wednesday, October 7, 2026 , and Saturday, October 10, 2026 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at Sonora Community Centre 8505 – 68 Avenue, Osoyoos BC Mail Ballots will be available to eligible electors who cannot attend…

  21. Natasha Stevenson calls for open communication and thoughtful growth in council campaign

    Council candidate Natasha Stevenson says she wants residents to have a stronger voice in municipal decisions as Osoyoos deals with growth, infrastructure demands and pressure on the community’s finances.

  22. Scott Armstrong puts water, housing and economic growth at centre of mayoral campaign

    Mayoral candidate Scott Armstrong says water treatment would be his first priority in office, followed by changes to development approvals, new worker housing and a tighter approach to municipal spending.

  23. Nomination papers filed for Osoyoos mayor, council and water councillor races

    The nomination period has closed for the 2026 Town of Osoyoos general local election, with six people seeking the mayor’s chair, 13 seeking seats on town council and three seeking the two water councillor positions.

  24. Pat Wycherley puts infrastructure, finances and administration at centre of council campaign

    Pat Wycherley says experience, responsible spending and a greater focus on Osoyoos infrastructure will be at the centre of her campaign for a seat on Town Council.

  25. Council Meeting Highlights for September 8, 2026

    COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Petitions & Delegations

  26. Call for Water Councillors

    To date, no nominations have been received for the elected positions of WATER COUNCILLOR in the Osoyoos general local election. Water Councillors must reside on a property served by Osoyoos water systems 8 or 9, in the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Area A. Water Councillors…

  27. Mayor Candidate Proposes Tax Reduction and Infrastructure Improvements

    Former mayor Tom Shields announces his candidacy for Osoyoos council, proposing measures to cut property taxes and enhance water infrastructure.

  28. How an Osoyoos Proposal Becomes a Council Decision or Bylaw

    This municipal election explainer examines how proposals move through Osoyoos Town Hall. An idea raised in Osoyoos does not become Town policy simply because it is discussed at a meeting. Here is how proposals move through staff review, public meetings, council votes and implementation.

  29. How Osoyoos Decides Its Budget, Utility Rates and Property Taxes

    This municipal election explainer examines how Osoyoos develops its budget, utility rates and property taxes. Property assessments, municipal tax rates and utility charges are connected to the cost of local services, but they are not the same thing. Here is how Osoyoos develops its budget and decides who pays.

  30. Who Actually Runs Osoyoos Town Hall? Mayor, Council and Staff Explained

    The mayor is Osoyoos Town Hall’s most visible elected official, but municipal decisions are made collectively by council and administered by Town staff. Here is how those responsibilities are divided.

  31. Jenn Demo makes water, responsible spending and sustainable growth central to council campaign

    Osoyoos council candidate Jenn Demo says safe drinking water, responsible municipal spending, sustainable growth and stronger communication between Town Hall and residents would be central to her work if elected.

  32. Bridget Wilson enters Osoyoos council race with focus on accountability and follow-through

    Bridget Wilson enters Osoyoos council race with focus on accountability and follow-through

  33. Local Car Personality JF Launier Joins Osoyoos Council Race

    JF Launier, a well-known local car personality, has announced his candidacy for an Osoyoos town council seat.

  34. Brenda Dorosz seeks third term as Osoyoos school trustee

    Incumbent trustee emphasizes collaboration, community engagement and secure provincial funding for rural schools

  35. Tom Shields Calls for Senior Governments to Help Fund Osoyoos Water and Sewer Upgrades

    Former mayor says Highway 3 traffic places a regional and national burden on infrastructure paid for largely by local residents

  36. Osoyoos Municipal Election: Nomination Period Set to Begin

    The town of Osoyoos has officially launched its nomination period for the upcoming municipal election in 2026, setting the stage for candidates to vie for positions.

  37. Water, spending and town priorities dominate Osoyoos candidate town hall

    Water, municipal spending, development, health care and the future use of public property led a wide-ranging discussion Monday evening as four declared candidates took questions directly from Osoyoos residents. Note: This is a longer read, but the meeting covered a great deal of ground. We have reported the discussion in detail so residents who could not attend can see what was asked, and how each candidate responded.

  38. Dustin Sikora puts drinking water first in campaign for mayor

    Sikora says Osoyoos needs immediate water protections, greater accountability and a Town Hall that sets deadlines and delivers results.

  39. Ron Sargeant Seeks Council Seat, Promising Open Communication and a Focus on Essential Infrastructure

    Osoyoos council candidate Ron Sargeant says he is running because he believes he can turn concerns he has raised from the public gallery into action at the council table.

  40. An Open Invitation to Mayoral Candidates Poturica and Armstrong from Osoyoos News - Update

    Osoyoos News extended an open invitation. Neither Chose to Respond. - Updated

  41. Former Oliver mayor Hart Buckendahl enters Osoyoos mayoral race

    Buckendahl says water, taxes, health care and public accountability would be at the centre of his administration

  42. Ron Sargeant Announces Run for Osoyoos Council

    Ron Sargeant has announced through Facebook that he intends to run for a seat on Osoyoos Town Council in the upcoming municipal election.

  43. JF Launier launches council campaign focused on water, taxes and rebuilding community spirit

    Longtime Osoyoos businessman says the town must tackle its infrastructure emergency while protecting taxpayers and keeping more work local

  44. Municipal Leadership in Oliver and Osoyoos: Unique Structures and Election Details

    In Oliver and Osoyoos, two distinct municipal governance structures are in place with unique roles for Water Councillors dating back to 1990. The nomination period for the upcoming elections is set from September 1 to 11, with campaigns beginning on September 19.

  45. Arlyn Greig Calls for a Water-First Approach and Open Conversations About Osoyoos’s Future

    Prospective council candidate says clean drinking water, responsible spending and sustained government advocacy must guide the next council

  46. Frank Zandvliet Seeks Council Seat in Osoyoos

    Frank Zandvliet, former Town of Osoyoos employee, aims to represent town's interests as new councillor.

  47. Sikora Town Hall Puts Water, Accountability and Town Hall Culture Under the Microscope

    The two-hour gathering at the Elks Hall gave residents an open microphone—and showed both the value and the difficulty of building campaign policy in a crowded room.

  48. Sikora Calls for Earlier Mayoral Debates and Opens Town Hall to Other Candidates

    Dustin Sikora says Osoyoos voters should not have to wait until nominations close before hearing the town’s declared mayoral candidates debate its most pressing problems.

  49. Osoyoos Municipality Seeks Election Officials Amid Fall Municipal Vote

    The Town of Osoyoos is seeking election officials to oversee the upcoming fall municipal vote, with applications now open until Friday and mandatory training scheduled for October.

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