2026 board elections

meet your
candidates

Your Co-op is owned by its members, and every year they choose who sits at the board table. Three seats are open this fall.

who’s running

Here are the seven people asking for your vote. Check your inbox for your ballot to hear directly from each of them, with video and written bios.

Haven’t seen it yet? Request a ballot here.

How to vote

1

Get your ballot

Check your email! If you haven’t seen your ballot, request one below or stop by Member Services.

2

Meet your candidates

Every ballot includes candidate info, a short video, and their full nomination.

3

Cast your vote

Choose your top three candidates by September 23rd at 8pm.

4

Hear the results

Announced at the AGM on September 24th. Come celebrate with us.

Request a ballot

If you have not yet seen your ballot in your inbox, please:

Check your “other” folders

  • These could be called Spam, Promotions or Other.
  • Look for “Vote now –  Kootenay Co-op 2026 Election” sent on August 24th from Kootenay Co-op

If you can’t find the email

  • Fill out the request form.
  • We’ll confirm your membership and email you a ballot within two business days.

Request Form

Request a ballot

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get my ballot?

We’re using an electronic voting system and your ballot is a unique link that will come by email.

Can I vote in store, without a screen?

Yes. Stop by our Member Services desk and you can review candidate info and cast a paper ballot.

How do I find out more about the candidates?

All candidate information is in the electronic ballot! You can choose how much you want to learn about each candidate – you can watch a 1 minute video, or read their full nomination.

I shop all the time, so I get more say in who runs this place, right?

Nope. In a Co-op every member gets one vote, no matter how much they shop or how many years they’ve been a member.

I just joined today. Can I vote?

Not this year. To vote, you must have joined before July 24, 2026 – at least 30 days before voting opened.

How do I know if I’m the member or my spouse is?

Since people in the member’s household get many member benefits, you might only learn you’re not really the member when you try to vote. Request a ballot and find out.

Who will know who I voted for?

Only the people you tell. All votes are anonymous.

Remind me, what does the board do?

The board considers the long-term health of the Co-op on behalf of the member-owners. They set the strategic direction, oversee the General Manager, and make sure the Co-op continues to support its members. Find out more on our Board of Directors page.

Who should I vote for?

You can find more information about each candidate on the ballot. Get curious and decide who you think would best lead your Co-op.

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