Rebecca Bligh
@rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social
Vancouver City Councillor /President of FCM @fcm_online / Vice-Chair of Metro Van Parks/ Small business, sustainability & livability. Mom 🏳️🌈 she/her
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Councillor @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social describes the Mayor’s Zero motion in October as an “interception” of the city budgeting process which actually *eliminated* residents, businesses and stakeholders from a civic process
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“Public safety is more than just police.”
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Up to 400 city jobs on the line as Vancouver’s draft 2026 budget freezes property taxes and shifts money toward police and fire.
@rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social joined us to break down what the cuts could mean for permits, culture, and daily city operations: megaphone.link/CORU4013542557
@rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social joined us to break down what the cuts could mean for permits, culture, and daily city operations: megaphone.link/CORU4013542557
Vancouver' s “Zero Means Zero” budget promise by The Jill Bennett Show
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November 13, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Councillor @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social describes the Mayor’s Zero motion in October as an “interception” of the city budgeting process which actually *eliminated* residents, businesses and stakeholders from a civic process
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“Public safety is more than just police.”
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“Public safety is more than just police.”
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Joined the GVBOT @BoardofTrade breakfast this morning — an important space for dialogue between local leaders and Minister Champagne on strengthening Vancouver’s economic and innovation landscape. @FCM_online
November 12, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Joined the GVBOT @BoardofTrade breakfast this morning — an important space for dialogue between local leaders and Minister Champagne on strengthening Vancouver’s economic and innovation landscape. @FCM_online
On behalf of local leaders across the country we extend our gratitude to those who serve, have served, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for peace and freedom. Your dedication is forever remembered. #LestWeForget
On this Remembrance Day, we honour those who have served and continue to serve, and we #LestWeForget those who gave their lives in the line of duty.
Find a #RemembranceDay ceremony in your community: https://bit.ly/3YLfGvL
#CanadaRemembers
Find a #RemembranceDay ceremony in your community: https://bit.ly/3YLfGvL
#CanadaRemembers
November 11, 2025 at 4:09 PM
On behalf of local leaders across the country we extend our gratitude to those who serve, have served, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for peace and freedom. Your dedication is forever remembered. #LestWeForget
Municipal infrastructure is essential to Canada’s productivity & trade. New & reprofiled investments in #Budget2025 will help #CDNMuni move faster now, but a long-term plan to fund the infrastructure that makes national housing and growth goals achievable is still needed. More ⬇️
November 6, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Municipal infrastructure is essential to Canada’s productivity & trade. New & reprofiled investments in #Budget2025 will help #CDNMuni move faster now, but a long-term plan to fund the infrastructure that makes national housing and growth goals achievable is still needed. More ⬇️
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“For communities already facing rising infrastructure costs, this adds pressure at a time when reliable, accessible transit is more important than ever.” – FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social
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Trump’s 10% bus tariffs are about to pinch city budgets across North America
A transit advocacy group is warning new U.S. tariffs on buses coming into effect this weekend are going to upend the budgets of cities across North America — and eventually residents and riders.
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October 31, 2025 at 6:30 PM
“For communities already facing rising infrastructure costs, this adds pressure at a time when reliable, accessible transit is more important than ever.” – FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social
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🗞️ bit.ly/4ooIowW
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🔴 LIVE | FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social, 1st VP @timtierney.ca, 2nd VP Kathy Valentino, and Board of Directors member Michelle Boileau speak to media in Ottawa.
Watch: youtube.com/live/YKEVtCY...
Watch: youtube.com/live/YKEVtCY...
Press conference | Advocacy Days 2025
YouTube video by Federation of Canadian Municipalities
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October 30, 2025 at 4:07 PM
🔴 LIVE | FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social, 1st VP @timtierney.ca, 2nd VP Kathy Valentino, and Board of Directors member Michelle Boileau speak to media in Ottawa.
Watch: youtube.com/live/YKEVtCY...
Watch: youtube.com/live/YKEVtCY...
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🗓️ 12PM TODAY | We’ll be LIVE for a press conference with FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social, 1st VP @timtierney.ca, 2nd VP Kathy Valentino, and Board of Directors member Michelle Boileau. Tune in at noon.
October 30, 2025 at 1:25 PM
🗓️ 12PM TODAY | We’ll be LIVE for a press conference with FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social, 1st VP @timtierney.ca, 2nd VP Kathy Valentino, and Board of Directors member Michelle Boileau. Tune in at noon.
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By reducing pressure on emergency responders and supporting vulnerable populations, we can help restore a sense of safety and resilience in our communities.
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social: thehub.ca/2025/10/27/a...
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social: thehub.ca/2025/10/27/a...
A safer Canada demands a stronger bail system
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October 27, 2025 at 3:59 PM
By reducing pressure on emergency responders and supporting vulnerable populations, we can help restore a sense of safety and resilience in our communities.
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social: thehub.ca/2025/10/27/a...
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social: thehub.ca/2025/10/27/a...
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A proposal to create a city-owned, for-profit developer to build 4,000 market rentals has failed at Council.
🎙️ Councillor @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social explains her “no” vote and what she thinks the City should do next.
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🎙️ Councillor @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social explains her “no” vote and what she thinks the City should do next.
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October 22, 2025 at 9:18 PM
A proposal to create a city-owned, for-profit developer to build 4,000 market rentals has failed at Council.
🎙️ Councillor @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social explains her “no” vote and what she thinks the City should do next.
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🎙️ Councillor @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social explains her “no” vote and what she thinks the City should do next.
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The opposition threw amendment after amendment at ABC and there was ZERO effort to get to yes with a tiny exception that watered down one of them.
ABC will cry foul about this but I heavily doubt their good faith - they weren't interested in finding out how this could pass.
ABC will cry foul about this but I heavily doubt their good faith - they weren't interested in finding out how this could pass.
Big news out of Vancouver council: a proposal Ken Sim has long championed to create a city-owned business to develop sites for market rental housing has FAILED.
It required two-thirds majority because it involved selling land, but failed to get the support of the four opposition councillors.
It required two-thirds majority because it involved selling land, but failed to get the support of the four opposition councillors.
Vancouver council asked to create 'wholly owned B.C. business corporation'
Vancouver Lands Development Corporation would build more than 4,000 units of market rental housing on six city properties assessed at $411 million
www.biv.com
October 21, 2025 at 11:32 PM
The opposition threw amendment after amendment at ABC and there was ZERO effort to get to yes with a tiny exception that watered down one of them.
ABC will cry foul about this but I heavily doubt their good faith - they weren't interested in finding out how this could pass.
ABC will cry foul about this but I heavily doubt their good faith - they weren't interested in finding out how this could pass.
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“Bail reform is an important step [...] Local police are repeatedly arresting the same individuals, emergency services are stretched thin, and residents are feeling the impact.” - @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social
🗞️ bit.ly/46UuwEg
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Carney says tougher bail, sentencing rules to be introduced next week
The federal government will introduce new legislation around bail reform aimed at keeping violent criminals and repeat offenders off the street. Prime Minister Mark Carney says the Minister of Justice...
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October 17, 2025 at 5:33 PM
“Bail reform is an important step [...] Local police are repeatedly arresting the same individuals, emergency services are stretched thin, and residents are feeling the impact.” - @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social
🗞️ bit.ly/46UuwEg
🗞️ bit.ly/46UuwEg
The mayor’s last-minute tax proposal offered no details and no clear plan for how city services would be affected. Vancouver deserves facts and transparency, not political theatre.
October 10, 2025 at 4:42 AM
The mayor’s last-minute tax proposal offered no details and no clear plan for how city services would be affected. Vancouver deserves facts and transparency, not political theatre.
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Two good things about @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social from what I have seen:
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
Vancouver councillor Rebecca Bligh makes official she will run for mayor next year under a new banner of “Vote Vancouver”.
Bligh was first elected in 2018 with the NPA, left them, joined Sim’s ABC Party and was re-elected, before she was booted from ABC, mostly on divisions over social issues.
Bligh was first elected in 2018 with the NPA, left them, joined Sim’s ABC Party and was re-elected, before she was booted from ABC, mostly on divisions over social issues.
September 22, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Two good things about @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social from what I have seen:
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
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Yes, I second this.
@rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social was one of the key votes on climate action (stopping the mayor from backtracking on fossil gas in buildings) and she made a principled stand on supportive housing.
I think she’d be a great mayor.
@rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social was one of the key votes on climate action (stopping the mayor from backtracking on fossil gas in buildings) and she made a principled stand on supportive housing.
I think she’d be a great mayor.
Two good things about @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social from what I have seen:
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
Vancouver councillor Rebecca Bligh makes official she will run for mayor next year under a new banner of “Vote Vancouver”.
Bligh was first elected in 2018 with the NPA, left them, joined Sim’s ABC Party and was re-elected, before she was booted from ABC, mostly on divisions over social issues.
Bligh was first elected in 2018 with the NPA, left them, joined Sim’s ABC Party and was re-elected, before she was booted from ABC, mostly on divisions over social issues.
September 23, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Yes, I second this.
@rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social was one of the key votes on climate action (stopping the mayor from backtracking on fossil gas in buildings) and she made a principled stand on supportive housing.
I think she’d be a great mayor.
@rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social was one of the key votes on climate action (stopping the mayor from backtracking on fossil gas in buildings) and she made a principled stand on supportive housing.
I think she’d be a great mayor.
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Infrastructure might not be the trigger for the housing crisis, but it’s a major piece of the puzzle that can’t be ignored – and we can’t turn housing aspirations into reality without it.
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social:
🗞️https://bit.ly/4q6vtRy
#CDNMuni #cdnpoli @hilltimes.com
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social:
🗞️https://bit.ly/4q6vtRy
#CDNMuni #cdnpoli @hilltimes.com
Building more homes is a shared vision. Now we need the infrastructure to make it real
Everyday infrastructure like roads, bridges, pipes, public transit, stormwater management is critical to turning housing aspirations into reality.
www.hilltimes.com
October 8, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Infrastructure might not be the trigger for the housing crisis, but it’s a major piece of the puzzle that can’t be ignored – and we can’t turn housing aspirations into reality without it.
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social:
🗞️https://bit.ly/4q6vtRy
#CDNMuni #cdnpoli @hilltimes.com
More from FCM President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social:
🗞️https://bit.ly/4q6vtRy
#CDNMuni #cdnpoli @hilltimes.com
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Safer, healthier communities are within reach. #CDNMuni are ready to work together with the federal government to modernize Canada’s public safety system in a way that works for communities of all sizes.
October 3, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Safer, healthier communities are within reach. #CDNMuni are ready to work together with the federal government to modernize Canada’s public safety system in a way that works for communities of all sizes.
On this Day of Truth and Reconciliation, the City of Vancouver recognizes the importance of this day and the work that still lies ahead. It is a somber day to reflect, and personally we will spend it in community, honouring the experiences of Indigenous peoples and committing to meaningful action.
September 30, 2025 at 4:33 PM
On this Day of Truth and Reconciliation, the City of Vancouver recognizes the importance of this day and the work that still lies ahead. It is a somber day to reflect, and personally we will spend it in community, honouring the experiences of Indigenous peoples and committing to meaningful action.
Honoured to join funding announcement for Willow House in Vancouver. This net-zero Ronald McDonald House will double family support with 75 suites for care & healing.
Proud that FCM’s Green Municipal Fund helped make this possible. Thanks to the Government of Canada & @rmhbc for the partnership.
Proud that FCM’s Green Municipal Fund helped make this possible. Thanks to the Government of Canada & @rmhbc for the partnership.
September 30, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Honoured to join funding announcement for Willow House in Vancouver. This net-zero Ronald McDonald House will double family support with 75 suites for care & healing.
Proud that FCM’s Green Municipal Fund helped make this possible. Thanks to the Government of Canada & @rmhbc for the partnership.
Proud that FCM’s Green Municipal Fund helped make this possible. Thanks to the Government of Canada & @rmhbc for the partnership.
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Last week, FCM 3rd Vice-President Marc Doret joined FQM at their Annual Conference in Quebec City. FCM is working closely with our provincial partners like FQM to bring local priorities, including those of rural Quebec municipalities, into our national advocacy work.
September 29, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Last week, FCM 3rd Vice-President Marc Doret joined FQM at their Annual Conference in Quebec City. FCM is working closely with our provincial partners like FQM to bring local priorities, including those of rural Quebec municipalities, into our national advocacy work.
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Earlier today, FCM’s Big City Mayors’ Caucus connected with Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, @gregorrobertson.bsky.social, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, @turnbullwhitby.bsky.social.
September 26, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Earlier today, FCM’s Big City Mayors’ Caucus connected with Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, @gregorrobertson.bsky.social, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, @turnbullwhitby.bsky.social.
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Municipal leaders across British Columbia work hard to deliver for their communities on housing, climate resilience, public safety and more.
September 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Municipal leaders across British Columbia work hard to deliver for their communities on housing, climate resilience, public safety and more.
I really appreciate this, Tom. Staying grounded in integrity and compassion is how I strive to lead every day — I’ll continue to bring those values forward as best I can as I run for mayor.
Two good things about @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social from what I have seen:
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
1. Works hard and listens to reason.
2. Fundamentally a decent and kind person. I wouldn't be very worried about corruption stuff if she were mayor and I think she'd give a lot of attention to homelessness/addiction.
Vancouver councillor Rebecca Bligh makes official she will run for mayor next year under a new banner of “Vote Vancouver”.
Bligh was first elected in 2018 with the NPA, left them, joined Sim’s ABC Party and was re-elected, before she was booted from ABC, mostly on divisions over social issues.
Bligh was first elected in 2018 with the NPA, left them, joined Sim’s ABC Party and was re-elected, before she was booted from ABC, mostly on divisions over social issues.
September 22, 2025 at 9:51 PM
I really appreciate this, Tom. Staying grounded in integrity and compassion is how I strive to lead every day — I’ll continue to bring those values forward as best I can as I run for mayor.
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Vancouver Coun. Rebecca Bligh has officially announced her mission to become the city’s next mayor, launching a new party and aiming to defeat her former ally and running mate, incumbent Mayor Ken Sim. Read more:
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Vancouver Coun. Rebecca Bligh launches new party and mayoral run against ex-ally Ken Sim
Vancouver Coun. Rebecca Bligh has announced her plan to run against her political ally-turned-rival Ken Sim in next year's mayoral election.
vancouversun.com
September 22, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Vancouver Coun. Rebecca Bligh has officially announced her mission to become the city’s next mayor, launching a new party and aiming to defeat her former ally and running mate, incumbent Mayor Ken Sim. Read more:
vancouversun.com/news/vancouv...
vancouversun.com/news/vancouv...