Thursday, June 25, 2026

Surinderpal Rathor to seek 2nd term as Williams Lake Mayor


Yesterday (June 24, 2026) -- incumbent Williams Lake Mayor Surinderpal Rathor confirmed his intention to seek a 2nd term in the October 2026 Williams Lake local elections

In announcing his intentions -- he stated he was proud of the partnerships that he developed over the last 3 years between the Cariboo Regional District, School District #27, Williams Lake First Nation as well as working with both the Provincial/Federal Governments' to deliver for Williams Lake

He went on to say: 

"Today, I stand before you grateful for what we have accomplished together and we are focused on what lies ahead for Williams Lake.  I commit to continue making meaningful change in our community we must elect leaders that will prioritize strong relationships and keep the momentum we have created to tackle the challenges ahead. That is why today I am announcing that I am running for re-election as Mayor of Williams Lake"

At this point -- he is the only declared candidate for Mayor of Williams Lake.  City of Williams Lake Mayor/Councillor nomination packages for October 2026 local elections are expected to be available for pickup by prospective candidates in mid August 2026, the formal nomination period being September 1-11, 2026 with general voting day on October 17, 2026

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