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General News · 22nd September 2026
Mark Vonesch
Hello Cortes!
Two weeks ago I announced my intention to run for a second term as your representative in local government. I love doing this work and I am grateful to have the opportunity to put my skills and experience forward for this special place we all call home.
I am excited and humbled to share 70+ endorsements with you from community members across Cortes. Thank you to everyone that has stepped up in this way. I get that speaking out publicly in this day and age can be hard and I am so grateful:
https://www.cortestogether.com/endorsements
Huge props to Sandy Keith and Jade Jordan for putting their names forward in this election as well. It takes a lot of courage to stand up for public office and I look forward to thoughtful debate and meaningful discussions about the future of Cortes leading up to the October 17th election.
All the details about who can vote, how to vote (including early voting and mail in ballots) can be found here:
https://www.srd.ca/government/legislative-resources/local-elections-voting#voting-opportunities
Cortes Radio will be hosting a moderated debate on the afternoon of October 10th at Manson’s Hall. More details will be released soon.
I will also be holding a townhall to help everyone understand the referendum questions on the potential new woodchipping and climate resiliency, youth, and seniors services that everyone also gets to vote on this election. Stay tuned for details.
I need support and if want to help my campaign here's how:
1) E-mail me a personal endorsement to include with the others above
2) Donate to my campaign here: https://www.cortestogether.com/donate
3) Email markcortestogether.com if you can volunteer, share feedback, or give encouragement
4) Vote on October 17th!
I will be sharing more soon on what has been accomplished over these last four years and my platform for the next term.
I look forward to engaging with as many of you as I can before election day and hope to earn your support for my re-election.
Mark Vonesch
markcortestogether.com
https://www.cortestogether.ca/
Two weeks ago I announced my intention to run for a second term as your representative in local government. I love doing this work and I am grateful to have the opportunity to put my skills and experience forward for this special place we all call home.
I am excited and humbled to share 70+ endorsements with you from community members across Cortes. Thank you to everyone that has stepped up in this way. I get that speaking out publicly in this day and age can be hard and I am so grateful:
https://www.cortestogether.com/endorsements
Huge props to Sandy Keith and Jade Jordan for putting their names forward in this election as well. It takes a lot of courage to stand up for public office and I look forward to thoughtful debate and meaningful discussions about the future of Cortes leading up to the October 17th election.
All the details about who can vote, how to vote (including early voting and mail in ballots) can be found here:
https://www.srd.ca/government/legislative-resources/local-elections-voting#voting-opportunities
Cortes Radio will be hosting a moderated debate on the afternoon of October 10th at Manson’s Hall. More details will be released soon.
I will also be holding a townhall to help everyone understand the referendum questions on the potential new woodchipping and climate resiliency, youth, and seniors services that everyone also gets to vote on this election. Stay tuned for details.
I need support and if want to help my campaign here's how:
1) E-mail me a personal endorsement to include with the others above
2) Donate to my campaign here: https://www.cortestogether.com/donate
3) Email markcortestogether.com if you can volunteer, share feedback, or give encouragement
4) Vote on October 17th!
I will be sharing more soon on what has been accomplished over these last four years and my platform for the next term.
I look forward to engaging with as many of you as I can before election day and hope to earn your support for my re-election.
Mark Vonesch
markcortestogether.com
https://www.cortestogether.ca/