RICHMOND, British Columbia - TelAve -- Dickens Cheung, a Richmond business owner and former independent MLA candidate, is campaigning for Mayor of Richmond in the October 17, 2026 municipal election under the "We Are Richmond" website with his team.

Dickens Cheung doesn't need flashy slogans or giant lawn signs to make an impact. Instead of high-budget marketing, he focuses on what matters: running our city effectively and solving daily local issues.

That authentic dedication is why over 250 Richmond retail stores proudly support his campaign. You probably have seen his flyer at the windows of on of those stores

Why Over 250 Business Owners Support Dickens Cheung as the next Richmond Mayor

Dickens Cheung is gaining popularity as the next Mayor among Richmond residents due to his top community initiatives :

1. Advocating for Public Safety and Treatment Options

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During the intense 2024 local debate over a proposed supervised consumption site near Richmond Hospital, Cheung actively joined community protesters. He publicly advocated that municipal politicians were ignoring the local population's feedback. He has positioned himself against a safe injection site, pushing instead to prioritize integrated medical treatment and mental health rehabilitation as the primary response to the opioid crisis.

2. Expanding Affordable and Senior Housing Plans

Cheung has pledged to fast-track purpose-built affordable rental housing and dedicated homes for seniors. He has proposed allocating city-owned land specifically for affordable housing projects and lowering developer fees to incentivize building.

3. Championing Voter Engagement and Grassroots Representation

When launching his campaign, Cheung explicitly targeted Richmond's historically low voter turnout (which was just 24% in the 2022 election), aiming to drive community participation past 40%. He founded the "We are Richmond" slate on the premise of making City Hall reflect the full diversity of its residents rather than well-connected insiders.

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https://www.wearerichmond.ca

4. Community and Family Preservation

In local community gatherings, Cheung emphasizes creating a supportive environment for local families, protecting private property rights, expanding arts and culture funding, and offering free community events to enhance local engagement.

Dickens Cheung Endorsed by former MLA Henry Yao
He has notably earned cross-spectrum political acknowledgments, including endorsements from former MLA Henry Yao, for his focus on uniting Richmond residents across different political lines.