Strathcona Regional District

10/23/2026

10/21/2026

Declaration of Official Election Results

2026 General Local Election

The official results of the 2026 General Local Election for the Electoral Area B and Electoral Area D Directors, along with the results of assent voting on four service bylaws, are now available on the Strathcona Regional District's website.

View election results at: srd.ca/elections

10/21/2026

Declaration of Official Election Results

2026 School District No. 72 Trustee Election – Trustee Electoral Area 1

The official results of the 2026 School District No. 72 Trustee Election for Trustee Electoral Area 1 are now available on the Strathcona Regional District's website.

View election results at: srd.ca/elections

10/21/2026

Wandering Wednesdays

📍 This week's feature: Area B - Moon Park

Situated along Moon Road, this hidden gem is cherished for its second-growth forest trails and its peaceful, sandy beach area perfect for beachcombing.

As you explore, please remember to:
✔️ Stay on designated trails
✔️ Obey posted signage
✔️ Respect private property and neighbouring landowners

Together, we can help keep our parks, trails, and outdoor spaces safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone.

10/20/2026

MEDIA STATEMENT | UPDATE ON SD72 TRUSTEE ELECTION AND BALLOT ERROR

The official results of the School District 72 school trustee election will be declared before 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

As announced on October 9, 2026, an error was identified in the voting instructions printed on ballots used during one of the advance voting opportunities for the School District 72 trustee election conducted in the city of Campbell River. The printed instructions incorrectly stated voters could select up to seven (7) school trustee candidates rather than directing voters to select no more than five (5) candidates. Once the error was discovered, election officials began providing verbal instructions to voters on how to correctly complete their ballots. Ballots on which voters selected more than five school trustee candidates were rejected for the school trustee election, and the votes in that portion of those ballots were not counted. Ballots on which voters selected five or fewer school trustee candidates remained valid and were included in the election count.

Ballot instructions were corrected for the October 14 advance voting opportunity and general voting day on October 17. Updated ballots were also included in mail ballot packages that had not yet been picked up when available, and voters were provided with verbal instructions when possible.

Election officials have confirmed that 140 City of Campbell River ballots were rejected in the 2026 School District 72 trustee election because more than the permitted number of school trustee candidates were selected:
• 109 were cast during advance voting on October 7 before the ballot error instruction was addressed.
• 12 were cast during advance voting on October 7 after corrected verbal instructions were provided to voters.
• 15 were mail ballots received before updated instructions were provided.
• 4 were mail ballots received after updated instructions were provided.

Following a review of the preliminary election results, including the vote difference between the fifth- and sixth-place candidates and the number of rejected ballots, election officials determined that the voting instruction error did not materially affect the outcome of the School District 72 school trustee election.

Election officials recognize that voters expect a fair, accurate, and transparent election process. The circumstances surrounding the error, along with the corrective measures taken once it was identified, will be reviewed to strengthen election processes and reduce the risk of similar issues in future elections.

10/20/2026

REMINDER | AREA C RESIDENTS – JOIN US THIS WEEK!

You’ve shared your ideas and priorities, and now it’s time to see how your feedback is helping shape the new Electoral Area C Official Community Plan (OCP)!

Join us at one of the upcoming community engagement events to review the draft policy content, see how community input has been incorporated, and let us know if we're on the right track.

📍 QUADRA ISLAND – DROP IN ANYTIME
Tues, Oct. 20 | 11 am–6 pm | Quadra Island Legion
Thurs, Oct. 22 | 11 am–6 pm | Quadra Island Library

📍 OUTER DISCOVERY ISLANDS – COMMUNITY OCP MEETING
Wed, Oct. 21 | 1–3 pm | Surge Narrows Bunkhouse (meeting starts at 1 pm)

📝 CAN'T MAKE IT? TAKE THE SURVEY ONLINE!

The Area C OCP Early Directions Survey is now available online! Review the draft policy content and tell us what we've got right and where adjustments may be needed.

Your feedback will help ensure the OCP reflects the priorities and vision of Area C communities. A big thank you to everyone who has participated in the OCP process so far. Your input matters!

Learn more and take the survey: srd.ca/area-c-ocp

10/20/2026

REMINDER - Please Join Us this Friday Oct 23 at the ribbon-cutting celebration at Mitlenatch Park to mark the completion of the accessible playground upgrades.

Made possible in part through funding from Tire Stewardship BC, these improvements represent an important investment in creating inclusive, welcoming public spaces where people of all ages and abilities can play, connect, and enjoy their community.

Date: Friday October 23, 2026
Time: 2:30 pm
Location: Mitlenatch Park – Electoral Area D | 145 Engles Road | Parking available on Cambie Road

The celebration will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony, remarks from project partners, light refreshments, and opportunities for families to enjoy the upgraded playground. We look forward to celebrating with you!

10/18/2026

2026 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION – SD72 SCHOOL TRUSTEES PRELIMINARY RESULTS

Results for the School District 72, Trustee election are available on the Strathcona Regional District website at www.srd.ca/news

Preliminary results are subject to confirmation through the official election process.

10/18/2026

2026 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION – SRD PRELIMINARY RESULTS

Preliminary election results for the Electoral Area B and Electoral Area D Director along with results for assent voting are available on the Strathcona Regional District website.

View election results at www.srd.ca/news

Please note - preliminary results are subject to confirmation through the official election process.

10/18/2026

2026 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION VOTING IS NOW CLOSED

Ballots are being counted & preliminary election results will be posted as they become available at srd.ca/news

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