Vancouver experienced significant changes in local elections. Pete Fry, a environmental advocate, was elected as the first eco-conscious mayor, taking over from Ken Sim. In Burnaby, Mike Hurley successfully retained his mayoral position. The Burnaby Citizen's Association secured all council seats. The Vancouver school board also saw a shift towards the left. Rob Howard was elected to succeed Malcolm Brodie in Richmond. Incumbent mayors across British Columbia faced challenges during the elections.