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Six public-safety pledges. Where do Victoria’s candidates stand?
We’re asking Victoria’s council candidates to support six public-safety priorities in the 2026 election.
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2026 Candidate Pledge
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Six pledges. One clear commitment.
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Pledge 01
Single-Stair Egress
Requiring more than one stairwell in new construction so residents and firefighters can exit and enter safely during a fire.
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Pledge 02
Deterring Violence Against On-Duty Firefighters
Taking action to protect firefighters from violence and aggression they face responding to some emergency calls.
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Pledge 03
Increasing Support for PTSD and Mental Health
Supporting fire department members with mental health supports to keep them healthy and on the job.
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Pledge 04
High-Rise Firefighting Resources
Dedicating adequate resources to the fire department build out to protect the safety of increasing number of people living in high rise buildings.
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Pledge 05
Traffic and Road Design
Making fire department vehicle response times a critical part of planning all new road designs and construction in the city.
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Pledge 06
Protecting Victoria Harbour Airport and Vic West
Providing the resources needed so the fire department can protect safety in Victoria Harbour, home to Canada's busiest marine airport.
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