Colwood and Sooke candidates announce municipal election runs

Candidates in British Columbia's municipal elections are outlining priorities for Colwood and Sooke.

In Colwood, longtime councillor Cynthia Day has announced her candidacy for mayor. Day is emphasizing government accountability and the need for better public access to accurate information regarding city growth. A primary concern for her campaign is infrastructure, specifically the city's sewer network. Day has warned that Colwood is at risk of exceeding its wastewater treatment capacity at the Capital Regional District plant due to rapid residential development, which could lead to significant budgetary consequences.

In Sooke, Rob Pearce is running for council with a platform centered on affordability, infrastructure, and recreation. Pearce aims to address rising housing costs and taxes by seeking alternative revenue streams beyond homeowners. His campaign also supports the development of the Sooke River Road connector to alleviate congestion and calls for expanded recreational facilities, such as ice rinks and sports fields, to meet growing community demand. Additionally, Pearce advocates for increased public safety measures to combat property crime and vandalism.