Todd Sanderson is a longtime Kelowna community and business leader with more than 35 years of experience in accounting, finance, business advice and organizational leadership.
Todd is a Chartered Professional Accountant and Chartered Accountant—CPA, CA—as well as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. Throughout his career, he has helped business owners and organizations make difficult decisions, establish priorities, manage financial resources and plan for the future.
His commitment to Kelowna includes serving as:
• President of the Downtown Kelowna Association
• President of the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
• Founder and first President of the Uptown Rutland Business Association
• A member of the City of Kelowna audit team for five years
• A member of numerous City of Kelowna committees
Treasurer to The Okanagan Sun Football Club, and Okanagan Symphony Society
These roles allowed Todd to work with residents, local businesses, community organizations, City staff and elected officials across different parts of Kelowna.
As a CPA, CA and experienced business adviser, Todd knows that responsible leadership requires more than simply identifying problems. It means examining the facts, understanding the financial consequences, listening carefully to those affected and making decisions that can be clearly explained and responsibly defended.
With more than 35 years of professional experience—including serving as a partner with two of Canada’s leading accounting firms—Todd has advised businesses and organizations across a wide range of industries. He has also shared his practical knowledge and experience through post-secondary teaching.
Todd would bring an independent, informed and constructive voice to City Council. He is prepared to ask difficult but respectful questions, work collaboratively with others and evaluate every major decision based on its long-term value for Kelowna residents. His commitment is straightforward: listen carefully, examine the evidence and make responsible decisions in the best interests of the community.
As a Kelowna/Rutland Boy, Kelowna has given me many opportunities to contribute, build relationships and serve my community. Running for Council is an extension of that service.
I am not running to advance a political ideology or a personal agenda. I am running to help Council make better-informed decisions and to strengthen the relationship between City Hall and the people it serves.
I will listen carefully, speak honestly and remain accountable for the positions I take. I will not promise that every decision will be easy or that everyone will always agree. I will promise to explain my reasoning, respect different points of view and put the long-term interests of Kelowna first.