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Emily Salsbury Announces Mayoral Run in Kelowna
Kelowna, BC — April 17, 2026 — Business owner and strategist Emily Salsbury has officially announced her intention to run for Mayor of Kelowna, bringing a fresh, community-focused perspective grounded in leadership, creativity, and real-world experience.
Salsbury, founder of EMMYDEVEAUX and a well-known business strategist in Canada, brings over 25 years of experience in strategy, retail, real estate, and operations. She has spent the past several years building a nationally recognized brand from the ground up, developing a reputation for clear decision-making, strong customer relationships, and an ability to grow and adapt in high-pressure environments.
“I’m stepping into this with a deep respect for the responsibility,” says Salsbury. “Kelowna is a city with incredible potential, and I believe leadership should be grounded in listening, collaboration, and the ability to move ideas forward.”
Her approach to leadership emphasizes thoughtful engagement, steady decision-making, and creating an environment where people feel inspired to participate in shaping their community. She is particularly focused on fostering stronger connections between residents, businesses, and local government.
“I care about building momentum in this city,” she adds. “Not just through ideas, but through execution. Progress requires both creativity and follow-through, and I know we can do both.”
Salsbury also points to her ability to fully commit to the role as a key factor in her decision to run, noting that effective leadership requires presence, accessibility, and consistency.
The campaign will focus on open dialogue, community involvement, and identifying practical opportunities to move Kelowna forward in a way that reflects the needs and energy of its residents.
More details about her platform and upcoming opportunities to connect will be shared in the coming weeks.
Media Contact:
Emily Salsbury
letsbuild@emilyforkelowna.ca
780 910 5116
emilyforkelowna.ca