Our summary of what Laura has said and done in public. Tap [source] on any line to check it yourself.
Supports
- A property tax freeze for 2027 and 2028, funded by budget efficiencies, senior-government grants and public-private partnerships [source]
- Fast-tracking permits and zoning for rental, workforce and missing-middle housing; a Workforce Housing Strategy [source]
- Expanding Brennan Park (pool and ice rink) as an urgent priority in year one [source]
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- A 10-year financial agreement and a 40-year MOU with Woodfibre LNG, plus legacy projects from WLNG and FortisBC (she worked on the Woodfibre LNG project from 2020 to May 2025) [source]
- Permit decisions in under 8 weeks for straightforward applications, and a small-business liaison at the District [source]
- More downtown parking, for example along Loggers Lane [source]
- Protecting and expanding public access to the waterfront [source]
- Supporting RCMP, fire rescue, emergency services and stronger mental health supports [source]
- A public capital-projects dashboard, an annual Budget Town Hall and a Multiculturalism Advisory Committee [source]
Against
Where Laura stands
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Growth & developmentManaged mix
Frames her approach as 'balanced' and 'responsible' growth: fast-track rental, workforce and missing-middle housing while catching up on core infrastructure and leading a thorough review. No stated position on building heights or expansion. [source]
“Squamish's future does not depend on choosing one priority over another. It depends on finding the right balance between growth, sustainability, community well-being, and long-term prosperity.”
Some evidence
Housing affordabilityAttainable housing via senior-government partnerships and faster approvals
Would lobby senior governments for funding partnerships for attainable housing, develop a Workforce Housing Strategy, and fast-track permits/zoning for rental, workforce and missing-middle housing. Wants the perpetually affordable housing policy reviewed so people don't lose housing if they stop working in town. No statement found on /, inclusionary zoning or the Squamish Community Housing Society. [source]
“If circumstances change for someone, what worries me is creating a policy that then maybe circumstances out of their control affect their housing.”
Well documented
Homelessness & supportive housingGeneral support for vulnerable residents; no specifics
Platform promises a Squamish Poverty Reduction and Affordability Strategy, 'stronger mental health supports' and to 'support vulnerable people in accessing the help and services they need'. No statement found on shelters, , or . [source]
Limited evidence
Policing & community safetySupports RCMP and emergency services
Platform says she will 'prioritize community safety and support RCMP, fire rescue, emergency services and stronger mental health supports'. No specific position found on officer counts, RCMP budget or bylaw enforcement. [source]
Some evidence
Taxes & spendingTwo-year property tax freeze
Calls for a property tax freeze in 2027 and 2028, focusing spending on core services and balanced budgets, with infrastructure paid for through efficiencies, senior-government grants and public-private partnerships. Still wants Brennan Park expansion treated as urgent. Promises a capital-projects dashboard and annual Budget Town Hall. [source]
“We also need to seriously look at different levels of government and what they can bring to the table through grants and partnerships, and then also public-private partnerships.”
Well documented
Climate, environment & the LNG plantPartnership with Woodfibre LNG / FortisBC; wants a better financial deal
A former Woodfibre LNG stakeholder/Indigenous/government relations lead (2020-May 2025). Wants a stronger 10-year financial agreement, a 40-year operations-long MOU, legacy projects, a Squamish Nation-held liaison role, and says the current tax/community contribution agreement should wait until after the election. Says economic growth and environmental stewardship 'must go hand in hand' with 'strong environmental oversight and accountability'; also pledges stronger emergency and flood preparedness. No specific climate-action or position found. [source]
“I believe it needs to be reviewed with fresh perspectives, and we need to hold off and make sure that we have the best deal for Squamish.”
Well documented
Transportation & transitMore downtown parking; improve corridor transit and pedestrian/e-bike safety
Calls active transportation 'fantastic' but says some residents need vehicles and street parking; suggests enhanced parking along Loggers Lane and opposes parking for developments. Platform also pledges to improve Sea to Sky corridor transit connectivity, accessibility, pedestrian safety and e-bike safety. No position found on how regional transit should be funded. [source]
“I believe there are some ways in downtown Squamish that we can use land planning differently, like, for example, along Loggers Lane, for enhanced parking, and we need to get back to those basics first and foremost.”
Well documented
ParkingIncrease downtown parking (for example along Loggers Lane); against parking for developments
Her platform tagline includes 'Increase downtown parking' and her priorities page pledges to 'Improve downtown transportation, pedestrian safety, accessibility and parking.' She told the Chief active transportation is 'fantastic' but some residents need vehicles and street parking, and suggested using land along Loggers Lane for 'enhanced parking'. The Chief reports she 'is not in favour of parking for development applications'. No position found on paid parking or on who should pay for new parking. [source]
“I believe there are some ways in downtown Squamish that we can use land planning differently, like, for example, along Loggers Lane, for enhanced parking, and we need to get back to those basics first and foremost.”
Well documented
Jobs & local economyPro-business: cut red tape, diversify, leverage major projects
Wants sub-8-week permit decisions, a small-business liaison, investment attraction in tech, film, outdoor recreation and port/rail, a Tourism Master Plan in year one, and local-content opportunities from Woodfibre LNG for Squamish businesses and workers. [source]
Well documented
Laura’s own priority list
- Housing, Affordability, Growth and Infrastructure
- Support for Small Business and Local Economy
- Woodfibre LNG and Fortis BC Partnerships
- Safe, Healthy and Connected Communities
- Good Governance and Your Tax Dollars
More of Laura’s positions (1)
- Downtown Squamish needs more public parking, and the District should get it built.Somewhat agrees
Our reading of Laura’s public statements and votes — Laura has not answered our questionnaire.
About Laura
Executive with 15+ years in stakeholder, Indigenous and government relations on major B.C. infrastructure and energy projects (Enbridge, Woodfibre LNG, Massey Tunnel replacement). She says she was recruited to move to Squamish in 2020 to work on Woodfibre LNG (until May 2025) and, per The Squamish Reporter, is now executive director of a business improvement association (not named). Has served on boards/volunteered with the Squamish Chamber of Commerce, Westwinds Squamish Senior Living Society, Rotary, PACs and others.
Where Laura leans on money, growth and LNG
Worked out from Laura’s public statements and votes — not a label they chose. See everyone side by side.
Sources we used (6)
- Laura Prosko campaign site - Five Point Plan
- Laura Prosko campaign site - Meet Laura
- Squamish Chief (Sept 17 2026): Laura Prosko touts industry ties, pitches property tax freeze
- The Squamish Reporter (Sept 8 2026): Laura Prosko announces council bid, outlines five-point plan
- Squamish Chief letter (June 17 2026): 'Long history of industry and innovation'
- District of Squamish official candidate list
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