DELTA, BC — On Wednesday evening, before a packed crowd of supporters,
Councillor Dylan Kruger launched his mayoral bid and the One Delta campaign,
pledging a “back-to-basics” vision focused on building infrastructure, public safety,
responsible spending, economic growth, and restoring trust and collaboration at
City Hall.
“Delta is one of the greatest communities anywhere in Canada, and I believe our best
days are still ahead of us,” said Kruger, who has served eight years on council. “We are
all here because we care deeply about Delta and its future. This team has the integrity,
character and experience to move our community forward together.”
Kruger announced One Delta’s full council and school board teams, made up of thirteen
candidates from diverse backgrounds and united by a shared belief that Delta is
strongest when it works together.
He noted that candidates have heard the same concern at the doors, at community
events, and in countless conversations across Delta: the incumbent mayor has become
disconnected from the things that matter most to everyday residents.
“We spoke up, challenged the status quo and fought to bring the focus back to the
people of Delta because public service is about serving others, not yourself,” Kruger
said. “Taxpayer dollars are not a piggy bank for international travel, and public input is
not an inconvenience to be tolerated. It’s a cornerstone of our democracy.”
A lifelong Delta resident now raising his young family in the community, Kruger
emphasized that the city needs leadership focused on practical results, not rhetoric. He
believes leadership should reflect the priorities of everyday residents, which is why One
Delta is committed to reinstating citizen committees.
Kruger said that same approach also means planning ahead and delivering the
infrastructure growing communities need.
That’s why, as part of One Delta’s forward‐thinking vision, Kruger unveiled plans for a
new full‐service recreation centre in North Delta, calling it part of “a new era of
infrastructure building in Delta.”
Kruger also pledged to revitalize Patterson Park as a major destination event space for
concerts, festivals, markets, and community celebrations.
“Patterson Park has the potential to become one of the great gathering spaces in the
Lower Mainland,” said Kruger. “The success of the Barnside Harvest Festival showed
what’s possible when we invest in spaces that bring people together and create
community pride.”
He also committed to establishing Delta’s first dedicated economic development office
to attract investment, expand the local tax base and create jobs.
“Delta is strategically positioned to become one of the most economically important
communities in British Columbia,” said Kruger. “But while other municipalities are
actively competing for investment, Delta has been sitting on the sidelines. That will
change on day one.”
The One Delta campaign will focus on four key priorities:
● Getting back to basics with core services and infrastructure
● Supporting responsible economic growth and job creation
● Investing in recreation, youth and community spaces
● Restoring transparency, collaboration and public trust at City Hall
The launch event also drew endorsements from former MLA and Delta councillor Scott
Hamilton, former Delta School Board Chair Laura Dixon, and Bruce McDonald, a former
nine-term Delta Councillor, Delta Citizen of the Year, and President of the One Delta
organization.
Closing the evening, Kruger called on residents across Ladner, Tsawwassen and North
Delta to come together around a shared vision for the future.
“It’s time,” Kruger told supporters. “It’s time to get back to basics. It’s time for leadership
that brings people together. And it’s time to believe in what Delta can become.”
The Municipal Election will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
One Delta’s candidate for Mayor:
● Dylan Kruger, Two-term Delta Councillor and Seasoned Public Affairs
Professional
One Delta’s candidates for Council:
● Rod Binder, Incumbent Councillor, Senior Executive in Sales & Business
Management
● Sylvia Bishop, Former two-term Delta Councillor, Lifelong Resident and Educator
● Daniel Boisvert, Incumbent Councillor, Local Notary Public, Community Advocate
● Sarah Gallop, Interior Design Professional, Business Owner, and Community
Volunteer
● Jennifer Johal, Incumbent Councillor, Former Teacher, and Financial Operations
Lead
● Pawan Joshi, Lawyer and Community Sports Leader
One Delta’s candidates for School Board:
● Jesse Bierman, Municipal Planner & Physical Literacy Expert
● Tamara Bissett-Laza, Labour Representative & Public Education Advocate
● Dr. Ammen Dhillon, Incumbent Trustee, Vice-Chair of the Board, Clinical
Counsellor & PhD Research Scientist
● Masako Gooch, Incumbent Trustee, Healthcare Professional & Inclusive
Education Advocate
● Gurinder Kahlon, Transit Professional & Grassroots Community Volunteer
● Surj Uppal, Business Executive, Investor, Mentor & Youth Coach
● Val Windsor, Four-term Incumbent Trustee, Leader in Education & Former Board
Chair
