Poll results:

What is the most pressing issue facing the community today?

1408 total votes Added Jun 1, 2025 10:32 AM

Cost of living (groceries, utilities, transportation) 537 votes 38.14%

Poverty and income inequality 50 votes 3.55%

Housing affordability 108 votes 7.67%

Availability of rental housing 31 votes 2.20%

Homelessness 97 votes 6.89%

Availability of family doctors and healthcare providers 184 votes 13.07%

Opioid addiction/mental health crisis 238 votes 16.90%

Local job opportunities and unemployment 55 votes 3.91%

Air and water quality/pollution 7 votes 0.50%

Services for seniors and aging populations 53 votes 3.76%

Policing effectiveness and accountability 33 votes 2.34%

Indigenous reconciliation efforts 15 votes 1.07%

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