Profile

7 candidates, 4 chairs: diverse voices silenced by Vancouver riding debates that exclude candidates

If local debates become increasingly exclusive, prospective candidates outside of the large parties may decide that participating in our democracy just isn't worth the time and...

Guns, drugs, hookers, and freedom: meet the political party formerly banned by Elections Canada

“I want gay married couples to be able to protect their marijuana plants with guns.”

Devon Rowcliffe: Uncertain consequence of voting “no” muddles transit referendum

Can a referendum truly be deemed “fair” if voters are thoroughly confused as to the consequences of one of its two options?

Devon Rowcliffe: What’s stopping Vancouver from using proportional representation?

Replacing Vancouver’s antiquated voting system is an unfinished conversation that has lingered without resolution for almost 50 years.

Devon Rowcliffe: Cooperation, not confrontation, key to success at split Vancouver school board

They promised to change. Sadly, they haven't.

Devon Rowcliffe: Is it time for Vancouver to change its voting system?

There has been considerable discussion recently about whether Vancouver should change its plurality-at-large electoral system.

Devon Rowcliffe: What next for local election campaign finance reform?

Over the last decade, the City of Vancouver has repeatedly asked the province to reform campaign finance rules for municipal elections.

Devon Rowcliffe: Cuts, cops, and cars dominate NPA’s 2014 election platform

A great party, badly run.

Devon Rowcliffe: Innovative election promises from Vancouver political parties

Below is a short (and highly subjective) selection of some of their more innovative promises that are unique to each party.

Devon Rowcliffe: Protection from corporate influence in classrooms, or disingenuous election spin?

How accurate is Vision's claim about potential interference from Chevron in Vancouver’s classrooms?