Candidates in Nanaimo-Ladysmith deliver powerful pledges as housing costs soar and healthcare struggles deepen across the region with the Nanaimo 2025 election approaching.
Nanaimo 2025 Election: Housing and Healthcare Take the Spotlight
In front of a standing-room-only crowd at the Coast Bastion Hotel on April 23, 2025, federal candidates for Nanaimo-Ladysmith took on the most pressing issues affecting local families: skyrocketing housing costs and growing healthcare concerns. Organized by the Nanaimo and Ladysmith Chambers of Commerce, the forum was the final public event before Election Day—and emotions ran high.
Nanaimo 2025 Election: Why Housing and Healthcare Matter More Than Ever
Nanaimo’s housing crunch is no longer just a statistic—it’s a daily reality for thousands. Data from BC Housing shows that renters are spending over 50% of their income on shelter, while aspiring homeowners are shut out entirely.
Healthcare waitlists have ballooned, especially in mental health and primary care. Candidates acknowledged the emotional and financial toll this is taking on families, frontline workers, and seniors across the region.
Nanaimo 2025 Election: Where the Candidates Stand on Housing and Healthcare
Housing Plans:
- Lisa Marie Barron (NDP): Invest in public and cooperative housing.
- Paul Manly (Green): Limit foreign ownership, crack down on speculation.
- Tamara Kronis (Conservative): Deregulate development zones and reduce red tape.
- Michelle Corfield (Liberal): Leverage federal land and partnerships with Indigenous communities.
- Stephen Welton (PPC): Slow housing demand via immigration reduction.
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Healthcare Solutions:
All candidates committed to:
- Expanding mental health treatment access
- Recruiting family doctors
- Reducing ER and surgery wait times
Impact: The Human Cost of Delay
From rising evictions to long ER waits, the crisis is affecting:
- Low-income families being priced out of safe housing
- Young professionals leaving the area due to affordability
- Burnt-out nurses and caregivers demanding system overhaul
The Nanaimo 2025 election isn’t just about policy—it’s about survival for many.
What’s Next for Nanaimo-Ladysmith?
Election results will shape the future of:
- Regional housing programs
- Health authority funding
- Federal-local partnerships
With so much at stake, your vote could determine whether action finally matches the urgency. Read more
What You Can Do
- Check Elections Canada for polling information
- Join local town halls to hold candidates accountable
- Support organizations tackling housing insecurity and healthcare inequality
Final Thoughts
The Nanaimo 2025 election is more than a political contest—it’s a community at a crossroads. Whether it’s affordable housing or accessible healthcare, the people of Nanaimo and Ladysmith are demanding solutions rooted in reality, not rhetoric. Explore our News Section
