Frequently asked questions

Independent and non-partisan means this site does not endorse, oppose, score, rank, or campaign for any candidate. It is intended to organize local election information in one place and present it as factually and objectively as possible. The site is not affiliated with the City of Nanaimo, any candidate, any campaign, or any political organization.

No. This is a community-driven project created by a Nanaimo citizen to help voters access a neutral view of local candidates, issues, and candidate positions. It is intended to support informed voting decisions. It is not operated by, funded by, or aligned with any political party, campaign, or outside organization.

Yes. AI tools were used to support research and development while building parts of this site. Nanaimo Vote does not rewrite, paraphrase or substantively alter statements submitted directly by candidates. Readers are encouraged to consult original sources when reviewing candidate information.

Many candidates present their platforms in inconsistent formats, which makes direct comparison difficult. This site was built to gather that information into a single, structured view so voters can review positions side by side, track differences across candidates, and make a more informed decision about where to cast their vote.

Candidate information was initially gathered exclusively from publicly accessible official campaign websites. Sources are identified where available. Candidates may subsequently provide or update their own information directly through private candidate access.

Candidate information is identified according to its source. “Gathered by Nanaimo Vote” identifies information collected from official campaign websites. “Provided by the candidate” identifies statements submitted directly by candidates. These labels indicate the origin of the information, not independent verification or endorsement by Nanaimo Vote.

No, not at all. This site is a convenience layer for discovery and comparison. For authoritative election details, eligibility, deadlines, and any last-minute changes, always refer to the City of Nanaimo and other official election authorities.

If you notice an error, missing citation or broken link, please contact Nanaimo Vote with the relevant details so we can review the concern.

Statement length and detail can vary based on what is publicly available or what a candidate has submitted directly to this site. The site focuses on accurate representation and source traceability rather than forcing uniform wording or depth across all candidates.

Yes. Candidates may access their profiles to submit updates or request corrections. Candidate-submitted statements remain their own words and are identified as “Provided by the candidate.” Submissions are subject to Nanaimo Vote's Terms of Use.

Issue topics are written as neutral comparison prompts so candidate answers can communicate each candidate's position. The intent is to avoid leading language and let the candidates' own words and sources carry the viewpoint.

No. References used to explain community issues may include government documents, policy reports, public records and other relevant sources. Candidate statements were initially sourced exclusively from official campaign websites, with subsequent information provided directly by candidates.

The overall goal is to support an informed community by making local election information easier to find, review, and compare in one place, while maintaining independence, clear sourcing, and transparent attribution of candidate-provided content.