Canada: Doug McCallum defeats Brenda Locke to become Surrey Mayor for third time
Babushahi Network
Surrey, Canada, October 18, 2026: Doug McCallum has defeated incumbent mayor Brenda Locke to win Surrey’s mayoral election for a third time, according to the results described in the election report.
McCallum’s victory marks his return to the mayor’s office in Surrey, a major city in British Columbia, following a closely watched three-way contest.
McCallum previously served as Surrey mayor from 1998 to 1999 and again from 2018 to 2022. His latest win brings him back to the city’s top municipal post after a gap of several years.
One of the most prominent and contentious decisions during his previous tenure was the move to establish the Surrey Police Service and replace the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) as the city’s police force. The transition faced political opposition and legal and administrative challenges.
The policing issue became a major point of debate in Surrey, with supporters backing the creation of a municipal police service and opponents raising concerns about the transition and its implications.
According to the supplied report, McCallum maintained a lead as vote counting progressed on Saturday night, eventually defeating Locke in the mayoral race.
Following the victory, McCallum thanked Surrey residents and pledged to continue working on public safety, infrastructure and community relations.
Surrey has a large and diverse population, including a significant Punjabi community, which plays an important role in the city’s social and civic life.