# Event Details

- **Event Name**: New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026

Two candidates. One stage. One city. One debate about New Westminster’s business future – Exclusively hosted by the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce.

The race for Mayor of New Westminster is on!

Join the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce for the 2026 Mayoral Candidates Debate, featuring Patrick Johnstone (Community First) and Daniel Fontaine (New West Progressives).

This exclusive debate will be moderated, focusing on the issues that matter most to New Westminster’s business community, employers, investors, and residents. Hear each candidate outline their vision for economic growth, discuss how they will support local businesses, and explain their approach to building a thriving, competitive, and resilient local economy.
 
Key Topics Include: 
Economic Growth • Local Business • Commercial Taxes • Housing & Workforce Attraction • Public Safety • Transportation & Mobility • Infrastructure • Investment & Development

Have a Question for the Candidates? 
Submit your question in advance and tell us what you want the candidates to address. Given the limited time available, selected questions will be addressed during the debate. The moderator and Chamber will manage the time allocated to each question and group or summarize questions on similar topics.

 🕕 Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM  
📍 Anvil Centre | 777 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6 
🎟️ Free Admission

Chamber Member Priority Registration: Open through September 7

Public Registration: September 8–September 23 

Advance registration is required, and space is limited. Light refreshments will be provided.

Be in the room. Hear the debate. Know where the candidates stand.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-westminster/new-westminster-mayoral-candidates-debate-2026/200030636539155
- **Event Categories**: Sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Westminster
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 777 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6, Canada
- **lat**: 49.20148
- **long**: -122.91142
- **full address**: 777 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026 being held?
  - **A:** New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026 takes place on Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 777 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026?
  - **A:** New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026 is organized by New Westminster Chamber of Commerce.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Westminster, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If New Westminster Mayoral Candidates Debate 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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