Lisa Helps is seeking re-election after serving one term as mayor of Victoria. Helps is one of 10 people running for mayor, while another 29 are vying for eight council positions. According to Helps, her first term was marked by progress on a varieity of issues, including securing $90 million for new affordable housing in the region, creating a climate leadership plan, and developing a master plan for arts and culture and for parks and open spaces.