Brief
Melissa Granum elected mayor of Delta, defeating incumbent George Harvie
Granum won under the Delta First banner, promising accountable government and community‑focused growth.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Delta voters elected Melissa Granum as the new mayor of the City of Delta on Oct. 17, 2026, according to Daily Hive. Granum defeated incumbent mayor George Harvie and city councillor Dylan Kreuger.
What happened
The municipal election, part of British Columbia’s province‑wide vote, saw Granum run under the Delta First banner. Harvie, first elected in 2018, sought re‑election, while Kreuger, a sitting councillor, also contested the mayoralty. Granum emerged victorious, though the article does not disclose vote totals.
What the reports add
Daily Hive notes that Granum’s campaign focused on “listening to the community” and pledged to restore trust in City Council, protect Delta’s unique character, and create new opportunities for future generations. The outlet quotes the Delta First website stating the platform includes accountable government, responsible growth, and collaboration with residents, businesses, agriculture, and first responders.
What was said
Granum’s campaign message, as reproduced by Daily Hive, reads: “We will restore trust in City Council, protect what makes Delta special, and create new opportunities for generations to come. I invite you to read our plan and join us in building a stronger future for Delta.” The article also cites Delta First’s description of the platform’s goals to preserve Delta’s uniqueness through careful, community‑backed planning.
How it came about
The Delta mayoral race followed a broader wave of municipal elections across Metro Vancouver, including contests in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Burnaby and Surrey that were covered by Felo News earlier this week. Those elections, reported on Oct. 18, highlighted shifts in local leadership and set the context for Delta’s own political change.
Key facts
- Melissa Granum was elected mayor of Delta, defeating incumbent George Harvie and councillor Dylan Kreuger. (dailyhive.com)
- Granum ran under the Delta First banner and campaigned on restoring trust in council and responsible growth. (dailyhive.com)
- George Harvie was first elected mayor in 2018. (dailyhive.com)
What we don't know yet
- Exact vote counts for each candidate
- Details on voter turnout
Sources
- [1] dailyhive.com — originally reported as “Melissa Granum elected new mayor of City of Delta | Daily Hive | Urbanized”
