Tofino Council Candidates

 

Declaration of Candidates

The nomination period for the 2026 General Local Election closed at 4 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026.

In accordance with section 97 of the Local Government Act, the District of Tofino’s Chief Election Officer has declared the following individuals as candidates:

Candidates for Mayor

• Eric Galarneau
• Tom Stere

Candidates for Councillor

• Al Anderson
• Susie Doré
• Ali Sawyer
• Sarah Sloman
• Kat Thomas
• Rhys Walker-Shaw

The 2026 General Local Election will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

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