Your Vote. Your Council.

The Concerned Citizens of Nanaimo have been campaigning the current City Council on the issue of low barrier housing in Uplands, and the low barrier housing projects across the City of Nanaimo.

Our issues are:

The lack of transparency by City and Council

The lack of public consultation with the communities affected by low barrier wet houses

The lack of study and consultation in the planning process

Petitions to existing council have not been heard despite substantial community support and agreement

The lack of communication on the subject from Mayor and Council

The poor planning process from the City of Nanaimo

November 19 offers an opportunity to remove from office the existing councillors who have time and time again lied on the record, disputed fact from their own publications and refused to hear the voices of the people who voted them into office in the first place. Our sitting council seem to have forgotten who they work for and are 'yes men' for city officials. This is wrong and unethical.

We ask that on November 19, you vote for the candidates listed below. You don't need to vote for anyone else, your vote will be valid.

By voting for the candidates that support consultation and transparency in our city council, you are creating a governing body that works for the community, listens to voters and wants to find a solution for the homeless of Nanaimo that works for everyone.


	Bill Bestwick, Candidate for Council Bill Bestwick, running for re-election to council, has been instrumental in standing up against poor decision making in local government. Bill stands for responsible social housing, open consultation and putting Nanaimo First. Support Bill on November 19 and put leadership and ethics back into Council.
	Bill McKay, Candidate for Council Bill McKay openly fights for our communities. Bill is vocal about stopping decision making behind closed doors and encouraging community consultation. Bill is an advocate for transparent government, clear communication and an environment where everyone has a voice - including the homeless.
	Chris Cathers, Candidate for Council Born and raised in Nanaimo, Chris Cathers has lived and worked in the City all of his life. With a number of successful community projects under his belt, Chris wants to give more to the City he loves. Chris believes that we need to be doing a better job of listenting, planning and leading for the future of Nanaimo.
	Rod Lomas, Candidate for Council Rod Lomas understands that results need to be worked for, his motto is “no reward without effort.” Rod understands the needs of the City and has been following the CCN campaign closely. Rod says “We need to Feed, Shelter and Clothe the homeless of our community; Demonstrate leadership in real long-term solutions to Homelessness.”
	Brian Fillmore, Candidate for Council Brian Fillmore is a man of principle, who wants Council to lead the City through community involvement and consensus. Brian supports neighbourhood associations that have been campaigning against poorly planned wet houses in their communities. Brian wants your vote for community consultation.