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Elections BC Fines Chip Wilson $600 for Unregistered Election Advertising

Elections officials cited mitigating factors in setting a reduced penalty.

Pedestrians walk past another provincial election-related sign outside the home of billionaire Lululemon founder Chip Wilson in Vancouver on Oct. 10, 2024.
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A sign outside Vancouver billionaire Chip Wilson's home claimed that the B.C. NDP are Communists as voters prepared for the Oct. 19, 2024, provincial election.

Overview

  • An enforcement letter dated Oct. 8, 2025 found Wilson contravened third‑party advertising rules during the 2024 B.C. election campaign.
  • A prominent sign at his Vancouver property read, “Eby will tell you the Conservatives are ‘Far Right’ but neglects saying that the NDP is ‘Communist.’”
  • Elections BC determined the signs were regulated election advertising because they opposed a party and an elected official during the campaign period.
  • Wilson registered as a third‑party sponsor on Oct. 10, 2024, added an authorization statement, and told investigators he paid $1,650.70 and installed the signs himself.
  • Investigations director Adam Barnes cited first‑time sponsor status, possible unawareness, and cooperation in assessing a $600 penalty, noting the law allows fines up to $10,000.