Anne Marie Dryden
Candidate for Mayor
Who they are
A Nanaimo resident since 1984, Anne Marie Dryden worked for more than 35 years as a self-employed, independent financial advisor and holds CLU and CFP designations. She raised two children in Nanaimo as a single parent. She gave up her financial licence at the end of 2025 to run for mayor.[REAL Nanaimo] (opens in a new tab)
- REAL Nanaimo
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What they say they want to do
Taxes and spending
“Fiscal Responsibility & Tax Stabilization —Restoring sound financial management at City Hall with a focus on stabilizing and reducing taxes, eliminating wasteful spending, and protecting residents from misuse of taxpayer dollars.”
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Public safety
“Public Safety & Community Protection — Making Nanaimo safer by prioritizing core municipal responsibilities and restoring public confidence in how safety issues are addressed.”
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Economy and business
“Economic Stability & Business Confidence — Supporting local businesses and fostering an environment where entrepreneurship, investment, and job creation can thrive.”
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Accountable government
“Independent Local Decision-Making — Protecting Nanaimo’s autonomy by ensuring decisions are made in the best interest of residents, not driven by outside agendas or unelected influences.”
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