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# Economy and small business
38 of 64 candidates whose office decides this state a position on it in their own words. 4 give a number for what would change. Measured October 3, 2026.
[Weight this issue and reorder the race](https://voche.me/scores/rank#office=mayor&economy=3) [All 12 issues](https://voche.me/scores)
**64**candidates scored on this
**4**state a measurable target
**26**nothing found as of October 3, 2026
## The most complete plan on this so far
 [Ken Sim](https://voche.me/candidates/ken-sim)ABC Vancouver · Mayor**9**of 10 marks
> We haven't seen the city this excited and alive since the 2010 Olympics, and we want to keep this energy going throughout the summer
## Mayor
[Reorder this race by your issues](https://voche.me/scores/rank#office=mayor&economy=3)
8 candidates for 1 seat. Council issues business licences, sets licence and permit fees, zones commercial and industrial land and approves business improvement areas under the Vancouver Charter. Employment law, sales taxes and income taxes are provincial and federal.
1. **1**Ken SimABC Vancouver**9**of 10
> We haven't seen the city this excited and alive since the 2010 Olympics, and we want to keep this energy going throughout the summer
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****States a measurable target**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****States a cost or funding source**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****States a timeline**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Passed by Council; reported by CBC, July 2, 2026.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Ken Sim, with the sentence it was read in**2**Kareem AllamVancouver Liberals**6**of 10
> The Vancouver Liberals will establish an Industrial Land Reserve, keeping jobs in the city and surrounding them with affordable housing so that people can build their careers and keep their families in our city.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****States a measurable target**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Kareem Allam, with the sentence it was read in**3**Pete FryGreen Party of Vancouver**5**of 10
> Complete a comprehensive Economic Resilience and Local Procurement Strategy that prioritizes Vancouver and Canadian suppliers wherever legally and financially feasible.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Council motion; campaign reports unanimous approval, February 11, 2025.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Pete Fry, with the sentence it was read in**4**Rebecca BlighVote Vancouver**5**of 10
> Rebecca will create a Small Business Concierge: one place to get help with permits, regulations, and City processes.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Motion introduced; outcome not read by voche.me, February 5, 2021.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Rebecca Bligh, with the sentence it was read in**5**Scott GilbertIndependent**5**of 10
> I will make it easier to open a useful business and harder to leave a viable storefront idle indefinitely.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **1 of 1****States a timeline**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Scott Gilbert, with the sentence it was read in**6**Amauri CalimanIndependent**4**of 10
> Create one clear, predictable path through City Hall for businesses to understand and complete licences, permits, inspections and approvals.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Amauri Caliman, with the sentence it was read in**7**Colleen HardwickTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**3**of 10
> This is one of the reasons why I’m pushing and continue to push hard for diversification of our local economy.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Council motion approved 9 to 0; reported by Daily Hive, June 16, 2022.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Colleen Hardwick, with the sentence it was read in**8**Muhammad AhmadBright Future Vancouver**2**of 10
> We will focus on reducing unnecessary barriers, supporting small businesses, and creating more opportunity for residents.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Muhammad Ahmad, with the sentence it was read in**1**Sarah Kirby-YungABC Vancouver**9**of 10
> I think that a referral to July 14th, which is just literally days before this is scheduled to end, would effectively kill the opportunity to extend this for everybody in the city through to the end of summer and through the end of Labour Day.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****States a measurable target**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****States a cost or funding source**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****States a timeline**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Carried unanimously in committee, May 29, 2024.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Sarah Kirby-Yung, with the sentence it was read in**2**Lucy MaloneyOneCity**8**of 10
> A living wage is about dignity, security and the ability to raise a family here in the community you serve
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****States a measurable target**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **1 of 1****States a timeline**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Defeated, January 21, 2026.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Lucy Maloney, with the sentence it was read in**3**Mike KlassenABC Vancouver**7**of 10
> I was also pleased that Council approved my motion to explore a flagship technology innovation hub for Vancouver.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **1 of 1****States a cost or funding source**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****States a timeline**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Carried at committee on July 15, 2026, July 15, 2026.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Mike Klassen, with the sentence it was read in**4**Peter MeisznerABC Vancouver**7**of 10
> continue our work to build a vibrant city that attracts investment and well-paying jobs, particularly for young people
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **1 of 1****States a cost or funding source**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****States a timeline**Stated by the candidate.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Sign approved 10 to 1 and his amendment approved, as reported by Daily Hive and CBC, May 21, 2025.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Peter Meiszner, with the sentence it was read in**5**Sean OrrCOPE**6**of 10
> Using Major Events Tax Revenue to Support Hotel Workers Affected by the FIFA World Cup
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **1 of 1****States a cost or funding source**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Vote reported by CBC and recorded in the public hearing minutes, April 14, 2026.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Sean Orr, with the sentence it was read in**6**John JonesIndependent**4**of 10
> Support making permits easier and more affordable for local businesses
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for John Jones, with the sentence it was read in**7**Devyani SinghCOPE**4**of 10
> piloting city owned supermarkets
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Devyani Singh, with the sentence it was read in**8**Bilal KhanBright Future Vancouver**4**of 10
> whether that's from home through fast-tracked permitting, or through a pop-up storefront, sandbox permit, or City-backed micro-loan for young entrepreneurs just getting started
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Bilal Khan, with the sentence it was read in**9**Chloe LeslieCOPE**4**of 10
> fight to strengthen our local economy
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Chloe Leslie, with the sentence it was read in**10**Armor ValorVancouver Liberals**4**of 10
> Local governments should be doing whatever they can to reduce red tape to support local businesses, and supporting young people in taking the initiative of starting a business that serves their community
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Armor Valor, with the sentence it was read in**11**Bridget BurnsGreen Party of Vancouver**4**of 10
> She also believes City Hall should be a partner to local businesses and community organizers, helping them succeed rather than creating unnecessary barriers.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Bridget Burns, with the sentence it was read in**12**Parris J. WilliamsIndependent**4**of 10
> This will be the first city ran grocery store in Vancouver.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Parris J. Williams, with the sentence it was read in**13**Caitlin StockwellOneCity**4**of 10
> I’m talking about listing vacant commercial spaces with all the deets on the uses they are already approved for
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Caitlin Stockwell, with the sentence it was read in**14**Solomon Yi-KieranCOPE**4**of 10
> I want to scrap business license fees for co-ops so that worker-run businesses have a fighting chance against wealthy monopolies.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **2 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Solomon Yi-Kieran, with the sentence it was read in**15**Geoff TeoliVote Vancouver**3**of 10
> Geoff is running for Vancouver City Council to reduce red tape, improve transparency, and foster an environment where businesses can grow.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Reported by CBC News and the Canadian Press; a City memo refers to the trip, March 31, 2023.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Geoff Teoli, with the sentence it was read in**16**Patrick SauriolTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**3**of 10
> We need to broaden our opportunities and our job base beyond tourism and real estate
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **1 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**Reported by the Times Colonist on the day it opened, May 4, 2016.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Patrick Sauriol, with the sentence it was read in**17**Jarrett HagglundOneCity**2**of 10
> We will work with City staff to see that contracts are awarded to local businesses or Canadian companies.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Jarrett Hagglund, with the sentence it was read in**18**Joyce GillespieABC Vancouver**2**of 10
> Joyce will press to keep small business taxes down and Vancouver's storefronts full.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Joyce Gillespie, with the sentence it was read in**19**Steve JedreicichVote Vancouver**2**of 10
> Before requiring this much retail space, the City should validate that there is demand.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Steve Jedreicich, with the sentence it was read in**20**Iona Bonamis (陶思穎)OneCity**2**of 10
> @onecityvan.bsky.social’s Youth Jobs Vancouver policy wouldn’t only benefit our youth.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Iona Bonamis (陶思穎), with the sentence it was read in**21**Rebecca HasdellVote Vancouver**2**of 10
> And I want to make it easier for businesses to get off the ground, creating good local jobs that strengthen our economy.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Rebecca Hasdell, with the sentence it was read in**22**Jessica WaltonVancouver Liberals**2**of 10
> She also wants to support other small business owners, who drive our economy in Vancouver and across the country.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Jessica Walton, with the sentence it was read in**23**Arezo ZarrabianABC Vancouver**2**of 10
> She has collaborated with several Business Improvement Associations (BIA) and is a strong advocate for small business owners.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Arezo Zarrabian, with the sentence it was read in**24**John BoychukVote Vancouver**2**of 10
> He believes Vancouver can grow in a way that’s both sustainable and livable, while supporting local businesses that bring energy and character to our neighbourhoods.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for John Boychuk, with the sentence it was read in**25**Lisa DominatoABC Vancouver**2**of 10
> Since being elected, Lisa has championed fiscal responsibility, affordable housing, safe neighbourhoods, quality city services, small business, and child care.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Lisa Dominato, with the sentence it was read in**26**Moira StilwellVancouver Liberals**2**of 10
> A thriving city that attracts people to come here should be a jobs generator.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Moira Stilwell, with the sentence it was read in**27**Andy LinBright Future Vancouver**2**of 10
> markets and businesses should serve people, not exploit them
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Andy Lin, with the sentence it was read in**28**Michael WuVancouver Liberals**2**of 10
> He believes Vancouver needs practical leadership at City Hall that supports small businesses, encourages economic growth, and creates opportunities for the next generation.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Michael Wu, with the sentence it was read in**29**Frances BulaOneCity**2**of 10
> I'm forever out shopping and supporting small independent businesses, supporting the arts, and making sure that people have whatever mode of transportation that they can use to get around the city and feel that it's easy.
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Frances Bula, with the sentence it was read in**30**Guy DubéIndependent**2**of 10
> Stop them from being built
- **2 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**Stated by the candidate.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No instrument the office controls is named.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No number for what would exist or change.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No cost or funding source.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No date or term milestone.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Guy Dubé, with the sentence it was read in**31**Annette ReillyGreen Party of Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Annette Reilly, with the sentence it was read in**32**Keerit JutlaVote Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Keerit Jutla, with the sentence it was read in**33**Victoria JungVancouver Liberals**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Victoria Jung, with the sentence it was read in**34**JZJob ZhaoIndependent**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Job Zhao, with the sentence it was read in**35**Amanda BogganTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of September 25, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Amanda Boggan, with the sentence it was read in**36**Bhavna SoleckiVote Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Bhavna Solecki, with the sentence it was read in**37**Yadwinder MangatBright Future Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of September 25, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Yadwinder Mangat, with the sentence it was read in**38**Charles KellyTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of September 25, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Charles Kelly, with the sentence it was read in**39**Camil DumontGreen Party of Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Camil Dumont, with the sentence it was read in**40**Judith KasiamaBright Future Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of September 25, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 6 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Judith Kasiama, with the sentence it was read in**41**Kathleen LarsenTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Kathleen Larsen, with the sentence it was read in**42**Jonathan WeismanTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Jonathan Weisman, with the sentence it was read in**43**Devin ClemensVancouver Liberals**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Devin Clemens, with the sentence it was read in**44**Lorraine Lowe (刘黛明)ABC Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Lorraine Lowe (刘黛明), with the sentence it was read in**45**Raj MundraTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Raj Mundra, with the sentence it was read in**46**ROLLERGIRLIndependent**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for ROLLERGIRL, with the sentence it was read in**47**John CouparVancouver Liberals**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for John Coupar, with the sentence it was read in**48**Eric RedmondAffordable Housing**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of September 26, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Eric Redmond, with the sentence it was read in**49**David GrewalABC Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for David Grewal, with the sentence it was read in**50**Lenny Zhou (周楠)ABC Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Lenny Zhou (周楠), with the sentence it was read in**51**Stephanie SmithGreen Party of Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Stephanie Smith, with the sentence it was read in**52**Ibrahima CisseBright Future Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Ibrahima Cisse, with the sentence it was read in**53**Josh GordonTEAM for a Livable Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Josh Gordon, with the sentence it was read in**54**Mohadeseh Gharib P. ArasiBright Future Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Mohadeseh Gharib P. Arasi, with the sentence it was read in**55**Noi SoudarackIndependent**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Noi Soudarack, with the sentence it was read in**56**Naomi ChocykTrueBlue Vancouver**0**of 10
- **0 of 2****A position in the candidate’s own words**No position found by voche.me as of October 3, 2026.
- **0 of 2****Names a mechanism the office controls**No statement to read.
- **0 of 2****States a measurable target**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a cost or funding source**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****States a timeline**No statement to read.
- **0 of 1****A dated, sourced action on the issue**No dated public action on this issue found.
- **0 of 1****Answered the voche.me question on the issue**The questionnaire has not been sent yet. No candidate has this point.
Search log: 7 of 7 steps done. Every mark for Naomi Chocyk, with the sentence it was read in