Mar 03, 2025

Deena Beeston officially declared next mayor of Ladysmith

Ladysmith, BC — The Town of Ladysmith is pleased to announce that Deena Beeston has been officially declared as the next mayor of Ladysmith.

Mayor-elect Beeston received the highest number of votes in the 2025 mayoral by-election, which was held on March 1, with 854 ballots cast in her favour.

“I am pleased to proclaim Deena Beeston as the incoming Mayor of Ladysmith,” says Donna Smith, the Town's Chief Election Officer. “The Town of Ladysmith extends its sincere gratitude to all candidates and to the voters who took the time to cast their votes in this by-election.”

Beeston will be sworn in at a special ceremony on March 18. Tricia McKay will remain in her role as Acting Mayor until Beeston is officially sworn in.

“We are pleased to welcome Deena Beeston as the new Mayor of Ladysmith. On behalf of Council, we look forward to her leadership in guiding our community forward," says Acting Mayor, Tricia McKay.

For the latest news and updates, visit the Town’s website at www.ladysmith.ca, as well as Facebook and Instagram.

The Town of Ladysmith respectfully acknowledges that we gather and work on the unceded territory of the Stz'uminus First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.

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Media Contact
Nicholas Pescod
Communications & Engagement Specialist
npescod@ladysmith.ca
250-268-0606