John Buikema wins Smithers mayoral race in municipal election
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John Buikema won the mayoral race in Smithers in the 2026 municipal election. Buikema, an incumbent councillor, won over Robert Judzentis, according to unofficial results after the votes were tallied on Oct. 17.
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- Smithers votes John Buikema as new mayor
Smithers has a new mayor. Incumbent councillor John Buikema won easily over Robert Judzentis after the votes were tallied on Oct. 17. The unofficial results show Buikema received 1,538 votes […]
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- 2026 Municipal Election: John Buikema wins Smithers’ mayor chair
The polls have closed and results are coming in for the 2026 municipal election.
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