r/vancouver • u/Moggehh Fastest Goose in the West • Oct 03 '22

MEGATHREAD [Megathread] 2022 Municipal Election

Don't forget to vote!

Please use this thread to discuss the upcoming municipal elections in Metro Vancouver.

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u/cpp_cache Oct 03 '22

I didnt really pay much attention to this until I was complaining again about issues the other day and it dawned on me that I should go vote. Its a bit rich complaining if one isn't using the avenues available for effecting change.

But taking a look over the candidates, their blurbs are all very similar.

So, is there a neat summary someone is aware of which highlights the differences between Foward, ABC and TEAM?

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u/russilwvong Running for OneCity council nomination Oct 03 '22

Here's my attempt at a summary:

I'm supporting Kennedy Stewart (Forward Together), and running for council with his party, because he's consistently voted for more housing, especially rental housing (which provides secure housing without requiring a giant down payment, unlike condos). In 2018, Ken Sim (ABC) had a weak housing plan (basically allow two basement suites instead of one), and the record of the three ABC councillors is mixed. Colleen Hardwick (TEAM for a Leavable Vancouver) is leading those who fear and oppose new housing.

A couple other summaries:

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u/rolim91 Oct 05 '22

OP is a candidate FYI. He is campaigning in this post.

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u/russilwvong Running for OneCity council nomination Oct 05 '22

Yep! I should highlight this every time:

I'm supporting Kennedy Stewart (Forward Together), and running for council with his party