Vancouver municipal byelection sees record turnout and widespread voter frustration

April 6, 2025, 9:10 pm

Amid unusually long lineups and vibrant civic engagement, Vancouver’s municipal byelection resulted in the election of two new city councillors. Reports highlighted record voter turnout, reflecting a surge of public interest and dissatisfaction with the current mayor’s performance. The high participation underscored deep local concerns and a desire for more responsive local governance, prompting calls for change in municipal leadership.


theglobeandmail.com / Higher turnout than usual creates long lineups, frustration in Vancouver by-election

Two left-wing candidates win, delivering message of dissatisfaction with Mayor Ken Sim

globalnews.ca / Vancouver voters choose two new city councillors in weekend byelection

In Vancouver's byelection to replace councillors who resigned, voters were met with long lineups at polling stations. The number of voters was up from the last byelection.


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