2026 local election

The Slocan Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Valley Voice sponsored a Village of Slocan All-Candidates Forum on September 28, 2026. It took place at the Slocan Valley Legion Hall in Winlaw, BC.

The three candidates for mayor took part: Jamie Ingram, Eunice Ludlow, and Joel Pelletier. The eight candidates for Village council also participated: Beth Campbell, Alex Cendese, Dave Fredrickson, Delaine Hird, Darcy Lindsay, Brendan Murray-Nellis, Therin Rhaintre and Katie Strong. The moderator was Gary Wright.

The Slocan Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Valley Voice sponsored an RDCK Area H All-Candidates Forum on September 25, 2026. It took place at Winlaw Hall in Winlaw, BC.

The three candidates for Area H director took part: Jae Hamilton, Will Parker, and Kevin Shaw. Jae Hamilton has subsequently stepped out of the race. The moderator was Gary Wright.