Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce

10/03/2026

2026 All Candidates Forum: full recording

City of Terrace Municipal Election
Thursday, October 1, 2026 · REM Lee Theatre, Terrace, B.C.
Hosted by the Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce

This is the recording of the forum. Part 1: candidates for Mayor. Part 2: candidates for Councillor. Each question appears on screen while the candidates answer, and candidates' answers have not been shortened.

Candidates for Mayor: Sean Bujtas, Terrance Fulljames, Diana Penner
Candidates for Councillor: Chris Apps, James Cordeiro, Joshua Elgert, Joe Lavoie, Yvonne Nielsen, Billy Olak, Jesse Olinyk, Miller Restan, Keenan Stella, Nikki Villeneuve, Deb Willemen, Lynn Wright

Please note: the second council audience question was not fully captured, so it is not included. Council closing statements are not in the recording.

Chapters:
0:00:00 Opening title
0:00:03 Welcome and format (moderator)
0:03:38 Mayor candidates: introductions and opening statements
0:13:02 Mayor Q1: Major projects and local business
0:17:54 Mayor Q2: Resource revenue beyond the RBA agreement
0:22:36 Mayor Q3: Housing supply and rental pressure
0:28:13 Mayor Q4: Firefighter staffing
0:32:50 Mayor Q5: Working relationship with Kitselas and Kitsumkalum
0:36:35 Mayor Q6: Permits and approvals
0:41:55 Mayor audience Q1: Supporting local business and the tax base
0:45:44 Mayor audience Q2: Joining with Thornhill
0:50:03 Mayor audience Q3: 30% salary raise question
0:54:13 Mayor candidates: closing statements
0:59:44 Council candidates: introductions and opening statements
1:19:01 Council Round 1: Local economy and major projects
1:36:49 Council Round 2: Housing
1:53:13 Council Round 3: City finances and infrastructure
2:09:35 Council Round 4: Community safety and wellbeing
2:26:53 Council audience Q1: How have you prepared for this role?
2:34:59 End note

Captions are available (CC).

The Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce does not endorse any candidate. For voting dates and locations, please check the City of Terrace's official election information.

Thank you to our sponsor, the BC Northern Real Estate Board, and to everyone who attended.

Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce
terracechamber.ca · 250-635-2063 · [email protected]

09/24/2026

08/03/2026

✈️ Need to move your team, clients, or crew quickly and efficiently?

Please join us in welcoming Helijet to the Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce!

Helijet offers helicopter charters, private corporate jet services, scheduled passenger flights, and aviation consulting throughout Coastal British Columbia. Whether you're transporting crews to remote worksites, coordinating executive travel, or looking for flexible charter solutions, Helijet provides safe, reliable, and professional aviation services tailored to your needs.

We're excited to welcome Helijet to our Chamber community and look forward to seeing them connect with businesses throughout Northwest BC.

Welcome aboard! 👏

07/30/2026

Join us on Monday, August 3 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Thornhill Landing (under the east end of Hwy 16 Dudley Little Bridge).
Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine
Discover Thornhill BC

🎉🏞️ Celebrate community, history, and connection at Thornhill Heritage Day!

Join us on Monday, August 3 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Thornhill Landing (under the east end of Hwy 16 Dudley Little Bridge).

📖 Hear local stories and learn about Thornhill’s history
💥 Watch a ceremonial cannon blast at 1:00 p.m.
✂️ Ribbon cutting at 1:15 p.m.
🍰 Community cake cutting to follow
🥪 Enjoy sandwiches, snacks, and refreshments

This special afternoon highlights the rich heritage of Thornhill and its lasting connections with the Kitselas Nation, while bringing neighbours together in celebration.

Hosted by the Tom & Eliza Thornhill Community Association and the Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce, this is a welcoming, family friendly event for all ages.

Come be part of the story, the celebration, and the community spirit! 💙✨

07/29/2026

Looking for reliable transportation or logistics solutions for your business?

Please join us in welcoming African Canadian Trade Company Inc. to the Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce!

From employee shuttle services across Northwest BC to international shipping, commodity transportation, and logistics support, African Canadian Trade Company helps businesses move people and products with reliable, professional transportation solutions. They also facilitate trade between Canada and African nations, creating opportunities for businesses looking to expand into international markets.

We're excited to have them as part of our Chamber community. Be sure to say hello and learn more about the services they offer!

07/27/2026

Need a reliable heavy-duty truck for your next project?

Please join us in welcoming Wolf Fleet & Leasing Ltd to the Terrace & District Chamber of Commerce!

Wolf Fleet & Leasing Ltd provides the Northwest with dependable heavy-duty truck rentals for both short-term and long-term projects. Their industrial fleet is built for demanding conditions and can be customized to meet site-specific requirements, including mining-ready configurations.

Whether you're tackling a construction project, supporting industrial operations, or need additional fleet capacity, Wolf Fleet & Leasing has the equipment to help keep your business moving.

Welcome to our Chamber community! Be sure to check them out and say hello.