On Saturday, October 17, 2026, eligible voters in Electoral Area B (Cortes Island) will have an opportunity to vote on Bylaw No. 651.
WHAT IS BYLAW NO. 651?
The proposed bylaw would establish a new Cortes Island Seniors Service to provide financial support to non-profit organizations offering programs and services that benefit residents aged 65 and older.
Eligible programs could include cultural, wellness and accessibility initiatives that support seniors' well-being.
WHAT WOULD IT COST?
The maximum amount that could be requisitioned annually through property taxation would be $0.054 per $1,000 of land and improvement assessments for regional hospital district purposes.
HAVE QUESTIONS? GET INFORMED BEFORE YOU VOTE!
The Strathcona Regional District has answers to commonly asked questions about:
- Bylaw No. 651 and what it proposes
- Eligible seniors' programs and services
- Property taxes and funding
- Who can vote and where
General Voting Day: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Voting Hours: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
LEARN MORE
Read the full ballot question, view the FAQs and find voting information at: srd.ca/bylaw_651