Craig Hodge holds the strongest position in the Coquitlam mayoral race ahead of the October 17, 2026, vote, backed by the endorsement of outgoing Mayor Richard Stewart and broad council support after Stewart’s decision not to seek another term. Hodge’s long tenure on council and early campaign launch have positioned him as the continuity candidate focused on housing, amenities, and growth management. Trish Mandewo registers as the clearest alternative at lower implied probability, while Madhavee Inamdar and a wide field of other declared or potential candidates trail further. Nomination filings closed recently with no late surges or major shifts reported, leaving trader consensus anchored on Hodge’s institutional advantages and the absence of competitive polling or high-profile challengers to date.