The nomination period for the 2026 General Local Election closed at 4:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026. Voters will elect one Mayor and four Councillors for the Town of Lake Cowichan on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
For voting dates, locations, and general election information, visit the Election 2026 page.
Ross Forrest
Tim McGonigle
Aaron Frisby
Bill Garrett
Bill Hieta
John Koury
Resides in CVRD, Electoral Area “I”
Dale N. Plante
Resides in North Cowichan, BC
Kristine M. Sandhu
Lorna Vomacka
All declared candidates reside in Lake Cowichan, BC, except where noted otherwise above.
The Town of Lake Cowichan maintains neutrality in the electoral process. This page lists the officially declared candidates and their nomination documents only; it does not include candidate statements, platforms, or endorsements. The Town is not responsible for the content of any external candidate websites or social media.
To ask a question or submit a request about the 2026 election, email the Chief Election Officer directly:
Email: electionslc@lakecowichan.ca
This address is monitored by the Chief Election Officer and Deputy Chief Election Officer. Please include your full name and the nature of your inquiry in the subject line.
Last updated October 1, 2026