Salt Spring has decided on an innovative new decision-making body that will give residents a greater voice on a range of issues, from bus service and bikeways to climate action and waste management. On May 27th, we get to choose four local community commissioners. But first, we need to know where they stand on the issues like climate change, transportation, affordable housing, food security and more.

And we need your vote — there’s a lot at stake!  Join us to hear what Local Community Commissioner candidates have to say on a range of important local issues by attending a free online All Candidates Forum.

Tuesday, May 9th, 2023  |  6:30 pm – 8:30 pm  |   Via Zoom
The recording will be available after the event on the Transition Salt Spring Youtube channel.

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Salt Spring Islanders have some important choices to make when we choose up to four commissioners for the new CRD Local Community Commission, which 61% voted in favour of establishing in October 2022.

Which candidates are best positioned to address these urgent issues best? You decide!

A series of questions has been distributed to all registered candidates in advance to inform the discussion at the All Candidates Forum. The responses will be posted on the Salt Spring Exchange for you to read as you think about your vote on May 27th.

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Brought to you jointly by:

  • Transition Salt Spring Society is a registered charity offering educational programming on the steps we can all take to address the climate crisis together as a community. Our Climate Action Plan for Salt Spring was published in 2021 and is the basis for all our activities. www.transitionsaltspring.com
  • Island Pathways – Cycling Committee works to advocate and educate for safe active transportation options on Salt Spring Island and better regional connections. We work in partnership with other groups and agencies. We rely on our dedicated volunteers for many tasks, especially the planning and construction of pathways. www.islandpathways.ca
  • Salt Spring Island Farmland Trust is on a mission to preserve, promote, and revitalize local agriculture by acquiring, restoring, and maintaining farmland; developing community gardens; operating the Island’s first community food hub; and stewarding food and farming educational programs- all to create a more sustainable, knowledgeable, and food-secure community. www.ssifarmlandtrust.org

(Originally posted by Transition Salt Spring)