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<\/p>\nFloyd Brenz., Philippine Canadian Inquirer
October 12, 2026<\/p>\n
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Photo Courtesy: City of Surrey<\/p>\n
SURREY, British Columbia \u2014 After three decades of community-facing work in Surrey, Dan B. Carlos is seeking a seat on City Council with a campaign focused on neighbourhood safety, accessible recreation and greater transparency in local government.<\/p>\n
Carlos is running for councillor with the Conservative Party of Surrey<\/a> in the October 17, 2026 municipal election. The City of Surrey officially lists him as a Conservative candidate for council.<\/p>\n A Filipino-Canadian who has called Surrey home for 30 years, Carlos has built much of his community involvement around faith, mentorship, outreach and working directly with residents from different cultural backgrounds.<\/p>\n His campaign biography says he has worked as a licensed driving instructor for three decades, while also serving in outreach and support roles. He completed a Mental Health Course at Douglas College and continues to preach, mentor and lead small groups through churches and community gatherings.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Carlos says those experiences have shaped an approach centered on listening to residents and connecting people across different backgrounds.<\/p>\n Safety and visible policing<\/p>\n Public safety is one of Carlos\u2019 three leading campaign priorities.<\/p>\n He is calling for fully funded policing with a visible presence in Surrey neighbourhoods, arguing that residents should feel safe walking to schools, parks, businesses and other community spaces.<\/p>\n In his candidate response, Carlos said he would support full police funding and advocate for more officers visible on streets, in parks and near schools.<\/p>\n That priority is also reflected in the Conservative Party of Surrey\u2019s broader platform. Its Safer Streets Action Plan<\/a> proposes neighbourhood safety reviews focused on pedestrian crossings, lighting, school routes and public spaces, with progress updates intended to show residents which concerns have been addressed.<\/p>\n The party platform also proposes stronger support for businesses facing extortion and quicker responses to dangerous drug activity in public spaces, alongside connections to treatment and recovery services.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Recreation access for families<\/p>\n Carlos has also identified accessible recreation centres for Surrey families as a major priority.<\/p>\n His campaign places recreation within a broader \u201cFamilies First\u201d approach that seeks to improve access to city programs for children, families and seniors. The Conservative platform also calls for more attainable, age-friendly housing options for seniors who want to remain in Surrey.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n The focus reflects Carlos\u2019 campaign message that municipal services should be accessible to residents across Surrey\u2019s diverse communities, regardless of cultural or economic background.<\/p>\n Transparency for families and City Hall<\/p>\n Carlos\u2019 third stated priority is advocating for greater transparency around educational materials.<\/p>\n Because public-school curriculum is under the authority of the school district and provincial government rather than Surrey City Council, the Conservative platform says its municipal role would focus on transparency in City-run programs and facilities, while advocating with Surrey Schools and the province on matters outside council jurisdiction.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Transparency also extends to municipal spending in Carlos\u2019 campaign.<\/p>\n The party\u2019s proposed Open Books City Hall Plan calls for clearer public reporting on major spending, contracts and project progress so residents can more easily track where municipal money is going and whether projects are meeting their targets.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Other commitments include a Business Property Tax Plan, a proposed Home Protection Fund, free installation of residential water meters under a Water Bill Plan, a Compassionate Compliance Plan for residents trying to resolve municipal compliance issues, and expanded public washroom access in areas used by seniors, families and transit riders.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Three decades of community connections<\/p>\n Carlos\u2019 entry into municipal politics follows years of working one-on-one with Surrey residents through driving instruction, outreach, faith-based activities and community gatherings.<\/p>\n