General Voting Day: Saturday, October 17 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

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Wendy Bowkett for Victoria City Council

Wendy Bowkett for Victoria City Council

Let's get Victoria back on track.

Wendy is running for a City Hall that listens, makes transparent decisions, and focuses on public safety, livability, affordability, and trust.

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Where and How to Vote

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Election Day

Saturday, October 17

  • 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
  • 12 locations across Victoria
  • Vote at any location
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Advance Voting

October 7, 13, 14 & 15

  • Victoria Conference Centre
  • Crystal Garden
  • University of Victoria
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  • October 7, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.: Victoria Conference Centre, Upper Pavilion, second floor, 720 Douglas St.
  • October 13, 14 and 15, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.: Crystal Garden, 713 Douglas St.
  • October 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.: University of Victoria Student Union Building, Michèle Pujol Room, 3800 Finnerty Rd.

Accessible voting machines are available at the Victoria Conference Centre and Crystal Garden.

Vote by Mail

Request by October 9

  • Requests open September 14
  • Request deadline: 4 p.m.
  • Ballots due October 17 by 8 p.m.
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Eligible voters can request a mail ballot from September 14 until Friday, October 9 at 4 p.m. Completed mail ballots must be received by the City of Victoria by 8 p.m. on October 17 to be counted.

Before you vote

What identification should I bring?

If you are already on the voters list, bring one piece of ID. If you need to register at the voting place, bring at least two pieces of ID, one of which must include your signature. You can register at the voting place.

Am I eligible to vote?

Resident electors must be 18 or older on General Voting Day, Canadian citizens, residents of British Columbia for at least six months, residents of Victoria, and not disqualified by law from voting. Eligible non-resident property electors may also vote under additional rules.

What accessibility services are available?

All voting locations are wheelchair accessible. Priority lines, curbside or parking-lot voting, and help marking a ballot are available. Accessible voting machines will be available at the Victoria Conference Centre and Crystal Garden.

Wendy Bowkett

Why I'm Running

Victoria deserves a City Hall that listens, makes transparent decisions, and focuses on what matters most: improving public safety, livability and affordability, while restoring public trust.

I am running because people across Victoria are losing confidence in how decisions are made at City Hall. Residents should see their input reflected, understand how public money is being used, and know that City Hall is focused on practical results.

Over the past 20 years, I have had a front-row seat to how City Hall decisions affect downtown, neighbourhoods, residents, and local businesses. I have seen the real potential of our city, and I have also seen how that potential can be lost when governance falls short.

I believe Victoria can do better. With the right leadership, we can restore trust, make better decisions, and bring communities together to build a city that is more liveable, connected and resilient.

Let's get Victoria back on track.

Meet Wendy

Priorities

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Restore Public Trust

Bring transparency and accountability back to City Hall.

  • Make public engagement ongoing, transparent, and meaningful.
  • Bring back neighbourhood voices so residents can see their input reflected in decisions.
  • Ensure accountability through reporting, evaluation, and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.

Help people feel safe where they live, work, and spend time.

  • Make sure Victoria's public safety system is properly resourced and working effectively.
  • Support non-police crisis response teams where they can respond appropriately and reduce pressure on police.
  • Activate public spaces and ensure the City leads where it should, and advocates where it must.

Plan for neighbourhoods, affordability, and a stronger local economy.

  • Prioritize and accelerate approvals for non-market and co-op housing.
  • Respect neighbourhood character by bringing back Local Area Plans.
  • Protect and expand Victoria's tree canopy while improving access to parks and natural areas.
  • Create a Strategic Economic Plan to support local businesses, attract sustainable industries, and create stable, well-paying jobs.

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