Area A By-Election

A by-election was held to fill a vacancy for the Cariboo Regional District Electoral Area A Director for the remainder of the 2022–2026 term.

A by-election occurs when a seat on the CRD Board becomes vacant before the end of the elected term. Eligible voters in Electoral Area A will have the opportunity to elect a new Director to represent their area on the Board.

Preliminary Results – Electoral Area A By-Election

Press Release: Williams Lake, BC – The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) is releasing the preliminary results for the Electoral Area A By-Election held on February 21, 2026.

The preliminary vote count is as follows:

• Audet, Nicole – 139 votes

• Helmink, Chris – 30 votes

Total ballots cast: 169

These results are preliminary and remain unofficial until the Chief Election Officer completes the official determination of results in accordance with the Local Government Act.

The CRD thanks both candidates for their participation and extends appreciation to election workers and residents who took part in the voting process