Build a Strong Team
Build a strong relationship between the Mayor, Council, and City staff—working together to make effective decisions, take action, and move Kamloops forward.
Kamloops Municipal Election · October 17, 2026
Let’s build
Kamloops together.
I’m running for Mayor with a focus on teamwork, thoughtful decision-making and listening to the people who live and work here.
Respect · Integrity · Truth · Love
Why I’m running
Good decisions begin by hearing each other.
I’m not running because I have all the answers. I don’t.
Kamloops will be better served if we are willing to listen to each other, ask difficult questions, work through disagreements and figure things out together. My background is in building design, construction and business. In that world, you rarely accomplish anything worthwhile alone: you understand the problem, bring the right people together and find a practical way forward.
I decided to put my hand up and be part of the conversation.
KAMLOOPS
IS HOME
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About Ivory
A building designer, business owner, husband and father.
Before working in building design, I worked hands-on in construction as a carpenter and concrete finisher. Today, my work brings me alongside homeowners, businesses, contractors, consultants and local governments on projects throughout B.C.
A lot of what I do is simply listening: what is somebody trying to accomplish, what are the constraints, what isn’t working, and who needs to be part of the conversation? Outside of work, my family and community are a huge part of my life.
I’ve spent many years involved in volunteer and community leadership, and I care deeply about creating a city where people feel they belong and where we look out for one another.
My approach to leadership →Leadership approach
Different perspectives make better decisions.
Council will not always agree, and I don’t think it should. We should be able to disagree without making it personal. I want questions welcomed, different points of view heard, and decisions made with as much relevant information as we can reasonably gather.
Leadership means asking good questions, bringing the right people together, giving people room to contribute and helping a team move forward.
Priorities
Three priorities for how City Hall works.
My focus is on building a stronger team, making community input part of the decision-making process, and improving how the City works with local business.
Listen to Kamloops
Make community input an integral part of how City Hall works—bringing the ideas, experience, concerns, and solutions of Kamloops residents into the decision-making process.
Grow Local Business
Reduce barriers and delays in City processes, regulations, and fees—and make the impact on local business a consistent part of City decision-making.
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I believe leadership comes from the top, and what our City needs most is leadership that can set a tone of deep respect and accountability to the highest degree.
— Ivory Winston
In the News
Recent coverage and conversations.
Articles, interviews and election coverage from local media.
Castanet Kamloops
2026 Election Profile
Ivory Winston for Kamloops Mayor
View profile ↗CFJC Today
September 14, 2026
After decade of contemplation, Winston joins Kamloops mayoral race
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September 23, 2026
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September 23, 2026
Here’s how general election candidates will navigate homelessness and mental health issues in Kamloops
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September 24, 2026
Kamloops mayoral candidates spar over arts centre at Castanet election forum
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September 24, 2026
ELECTION 2026: Candidates split on whether Kamloops is any safer four years later
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There are lots of simple ways to help.
This is a small campaign focused on meeting people, listening to residents and communicating clearly. Volunteer, help at an event, or contribute in another way. Have an idea? I would love to hear it.
Get in touch
What should City Hall be paying attention to?
Have a question, an idea for Kamloops, or something you think the Mayor should know? Send it along. I may not have an immediate answer, but I want to understand what people across Kamloops are experiencing.
Small contributions
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Eligible B.C. individuals may contribute up to $1,429.70 to the campaign in 2026. Contributors must be residents of British Columbia and Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Contributions of $100 or more are publicly disclosed through Elections BC. Contributions are not eligible for a tax receipt.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Why are you running for Mayor?+
I believe good local government depends on listening, asking questions, working through disagreements and bringing people together around practical decisions.
What experience do you bring?+
My background is in building design, construction and business. My work regularly puts me between people with different requirements and priorities, helping find workable solutions.
Are you associated with a political party?+
No provincial or federal political party is behind this campaign. I’m running for municipal office and focusing on the issues facing Kamloops.
Where do you stand on ______?+
Ask me.Where I have a clear position, I’ll tell you. Where I don’t know enough yet, I’ll tell you that too.I’d rather understand an issue properly than give a quick answer because it sounds better during an election.
What if I disagree with you?+
Then I still want to hear from you. Good government does not require everyone to agree; it requires us to understand why we disagree and continue working together.