DREAM Delta - Locals for Responsible Development, Ethical Governance, and Affordability

DREAM Delta Statement on Governance and Transparency During the 2026 Municipal Election Our Commitment to Transparency As the 2026 municipal election approaches, DREAM Delta remains committed to operating as an independent, issue-based civic advocacy organization dedicated to responsible development, ethical governance, affordability, and increasing civic engagement throughout Delta. From its inception, DREAM Delta has maintained a clear distinction between advocating for public policy issues and participating in election campaigns. We do not endorse or oppose candidates, political parties, or elector organizations. Our focus remains on informing residents, encouraging thoughtful discussion, and helping increase voter participation . Recently, two members of our four-person Steering Committee, Kristin Roberts and Marilyn Murray , advised that they have chosen to become actively involved in campaigning for one of the elector organizations participating in the October 17, 2026 m...

What is the first thing that happens when you apply for a job? You provide a resume detailing your work experience, education background, volunteer and community activities, and more.   Then, if you are narrowed down to the top three you usually get an interview and are asked questions.   Questions like, “ What makes you the best candidate for this job? ”   So, why should it be any different with our Mayoral candidates?                                 DREAM Delta is pleased to announce our next initiative to help Delta voters get to know our candidates – a Mayoral Candidate Job Interview !   Today, Friday, July 17 th , each of our three candidates for Mayor – Dylan Kruger of One Delta, George Harvie of Achieving For Delta, and Melissa Granum of Delta First – were sent a fillable PDF form to complete, providing their “resume” and to answer three simple questions:   1.   ...

Delta, BC – DREAM Delta today released the first update to its DREAM Delta 2026 Election Dashboard , continuing its effort to provide Delta residents with a clear, concise comparison of where individual candidates stand on six issues identified by residents as important to the community's future. The updated Dashboard includes one additional submission received prior to the July 3 deadline from Achieving For Delta council candidate Nick Kanakos. No changes or revisions were received from candidates who participated in the original June 20 release. "We appreciate Mr. Kanakos taking the opportunity to participate," said Marilyn Murray, spokesperson for DREAM Delta. "The purpose of the Dashboard has always been to provide voters with a simple, consistent starting point for comparing candidate positions on issues that matter to Delta residents." The Dashboard remains focused on individual candidates rather than political organizations or slate messaging. Ever...