Fact Check: Langley’s Debt Increased Sharply, but the Records Reviewed Do Not Support Claims It Has “Spent Everything”

I was browsing on Reddit and saw commenters on a Langley thread in a heated discussion over the Township’s spending.

Apr 9

Did Residents Get a Chance to Review Langley’s 2026 Budget Before Council Moved It Forward?

During the March 9 council meeting, councillors discussed Langley residents having had the opportunity to review the most recent budget before it was…

Apr 7

March 2026

Property Tax Deferment Is Changing in 2026. Here is What That Could Mean for Homeowners in Langley Township

Property taxes in the Township of Langley are due July 2, 2026. Some homeowners, especially seniors, use B.C.’s property tax deferment program to aid in…

Mar 12

February 2026

RCMP “De-Integration” in Langley Update

I have seen the term “de-integration” used as though it were already complete, with a clear outcome for the shared RCMP arrangement between the Township…

Feb 13

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January 2026

Fact Check: The Willoughby Community Centre Mystery

I stumbled upon an interactive “mystery” about the Willoughby Community Centre the other day.

Jan 17

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December 2025

How Michael Pratt’s Role on Council Has Changed Since 2022

I still remember, in the 2022 election, Councillor Michael Pratt introduced himself to voters as the unaffiliated candidate.

Dec 13, 2025

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November 2025

Langley Township Debt: How It Grew, What It Funds, And What It Means For You

There has been a lot of talk about the Township's quickly growing debt. I hope this clears up a few points on this important discussion.

Nov 17, 2025

October 2025

LAPS Termination Explained

Where municipal process meets paws on the ground.

Oct 10, 2025

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September 2025

Blair Whitmarsh: The Professor-Politician Returns

Blair Whitmarsh is back on the ballot. I took a look at who he is, and put some of his claims to the test.

Sep 7, 2025

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August 2025

Langley's CAC Court Ruling: My Take on the Facts

I had heard Mayor Eric Woodward call it a "nothingburger" and wanted to see for myself

Aug 8, 2025

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June 2025

Are Langley Condo Residents Getting a Raw Deal on Utilities?

In spring 2025, a delegation by a strata council treasurer representing local strata councils highlighted several systemic inequities to the Township…

Jun 28, 2025

May 2025

Water Wars!

While water scarcity and competition are real concerns for the world and the Township of Langley is not immune to shortages and water-related problems…

May 21, 2025

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