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...

Today, we are pleased to release the DREAM Delta 2026 Election Dashboard , an initiative designed to help Delta residents better understand where candidates stand on several important issues facing our community ahead of the October 17 th municipal election and to encourage discussion, communication, and conversation. The DREAM Delta 2026 Election Dashboard provides residents with a side-by-side comparison of candidate positions on six issues identified by community members as important to Delta's future. Developed to promote transparency and informed decision-making ahead of the municipal election, the Dashboard focuses on individual candidates rather than political organizations or slate messaging. All candidates were invited to respond to the same six questions using one of three response options: YES, NO, or OTHER. The objective was to provide voters with a consistent framework for comparing candidate positions while ensuring that every candidate received the same questions, d...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 18, 2026 DREAM Delta to Release 2026 Election Dashboard on June 20 Delta, BC – DREAM Delta announced today that it will publish its 2026 Election Dashboard on June 20, providing residents with a side-by-side comparison of candidate positions on six issues identified by community members as important to Delta's future. The initiative was developed to promote transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making ahead of Delta's municipal election on October 17, 2026. “DREAM Delta believes voters deserve clear and direct answers from those seeking public office,” said Marilyn Murray, spokesperson for DREAM Delta. “Every candidate received the same questions, the same deadline, and the same opportunity to communicate their positions on issues important to Delta residents.” The Dashboard focuses on individual candidates rather than political organizations or slate messaging. All candidates were invited to respond to the same six questions using one...

  Question #6 on area of residence :  Will YOUR ideal candidate answer YES or NO? We are putting 2026 local election candidates on the spot by asking each individual candidate six direct questions Delta residents want answered.  See our attached list of questions .  Starting June 20 th , we will reveal how each candidate answers. About Question #6: Did you know there is no law against a non-Delta resident being elected for Delta City Council?  In this situation, a councillor who is a non-resident , is legally entitled to vote on matters that affect how the community takes shape, and how Delta resident’s tax dollars are spent.  No matter how you feel about where an elected official makes their home, if you reside in Delta, this election issue impacts YOU . Stay tuned.  Stay informed.   Do you have friends or family who are interested in subscribing?  Simply forward this email so they can click here to SUBSCRIBE or have them send an email t...

  Question #5 on adopting a Council Code of Conduct bylaw :  Will YOUR ideal candidate answer YES or NO? We are putting 2026 local election candidates on the spot by asking each individual candidate six direct questions Delta residents want answered.  See our attached list of questions .  Starting June 20 th , we will reveal how each candidate answers. About Question #5: Did you know the current Delta Council functions without having a Council Code of Conduct bylaw, despite such a bylaw being recommended by the Union of BC Municipalities in the guide Forging the Path to RESPONSIBLIE CONDUCT in Your Local Government.   Most municipal councils in BC have adopted a Council Code of Conduct bylaw, but on May 29, 2023, during a regular Delta Council meeting, those councillors in attendance decided one was not necessary.  No matter how you feel about the need for a Council Code of Conduct bylaw, if you reside in Delta, this election issue impacts YOU . Stay t...