Duncan Cavens elected Esquimalt mayor, ending 18 years of the same leadership
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What's being reported
Duncan Cavens was elected mayor of Esquimalt, succeeding longtime mayor Barb Desjardins. Desjardins decided not to seek re-election, and the change ends 18 years of the same leadership in Esquimalt.
How coverage differs
- Victoria NewsDescribes Cavens's win as a landslide in its headline.
- Times ColonistNotes that Cavens previously served one term as a councillor before becoming mayor.
3 versionsGrouped by owner
Black Press · 1 version · 1 outlet
- Cavens takes the helm of Esquimalt in landslide win
Duncan Cavens will take over from longtime mayor Barb Desjardins
Independent · 1 version · 1 outlet
- Duncan Cavens elected mayor of Esquimalt after first leadership change in 18 years
Longtime mayor Barb Desjardins decided she would not seek re-election.
Glacier · 1 version · 1 outlet
- Esquimalt election results 2026: Cavens cruises to victory as mayor
Duncan Cavens becomes mayor after one term as a councillor.
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