West Vancouver mayor seeks second consecutive term in re-election bid
West Vancouver Mayor Mark Sager announced today that he is seeking re-election for the District’s top spot in the upcoming municipal election.
In a release, he said he is committing to “delivering practical leadership, responsible
growth, and long-term community investments that preserve and enhance West Vancouver’s exceptional quality of life.”
Sager was elected as mayor in 2022. In the release, it states that he has focused on strengthening the District’s financial position, invested in parks and recreation, improved transportation infrastructure, protected West Vancouver’s natural environment, and worked on housing and seniors’ care initiatives.
“West Vancouver is one of the most beautiful and desirable communities in Canada, and I believe our best days are still ahead of us,” said Sager.
“Over the past four years, we have made significant progress on projects that will benefit residents for generations. I am seeking re-election to continue that work and ensure we build a future that respects our history, protects our neighbourhoods, and enhances the quality of life for everyone who calls West Vancouver home.”
Sager had also previously served as mayor of West Vancouver for six years in the 1990s, before he left politics to work in law. He re-entered politics in 2018, narrowly losing the vote for West Vancouver mayor to Mary-Ann Booth.
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The news release listed a number of Sager’s priorities if he is elected as mayor for a second term, including:
- Changing how costs are allocated for wastewater treatment in Metro Vancouver
- Strong financial management
- Carefully managing growth through implementing the Ambleside Local Area Plan while still maintaining “neighbourhood character and livability”
- Creating more housing choices for seniors, families, and future generations
- Improving transportation with things like synchronized traffic signals, better cycling connections, and transit-on-demand initiatives
- Investing in parks, recreation, trails, and public amenities
- Protecting West Vancouver’s natural environment, including forests and shorelines.
Sager has dealt with some controversy in his law career. In February 2024, the Law Society of British Columbia announced that Sager could not practice law for two years after he admitted to committing three instances of professional misconduct.
In 2020, he was fined $20,000 for accepting a $75,000 gift from his godmother for helping her rewrite his will without her receiving independent legal advice. According to the Law Society of BC, “a lawyer must not accept a gift that is more than nominal from a client unless the client has received independent legal advice.”
In March, veteran journalist Kirk LaPointe, who is known for his commentary on both B.C. politics and Canadian sports, announced his candidacy for mayor of West Vancouver. LaPointe said his focus is on financial discipline, public consultation, and a clear plan for the future.
The municipal election is set for Oct. 17, 2026.