Reasons I am running for Council.
Activities while serving on Council:
Reasons I am running for Council.
Raised in Qualicum Beach by parents who strongly valued community engagement and volunteerism, I have an innate desire to serve and give back to my community.
I believe my professional background in local government, with insights, knowledge and expertise in the workings of municipalities, along with my previous experience as a councillor qualify me for the role.
I believe community spirit and Qualicum Beach’s unique small town character needs to be protected, nurtured and celebrated.
I support growth and development that is aligned with the vision and policies in the citizen developed Official Community Plan (OCP). During this term, the OCP will be revisited so it is very important to elect people who value the vision and direction of this Plan.
Contributions to the Community:
Activities while serving on Council:
Reasons I am running for Council.
Shared leading the charge to keep QBES in the heart of the Town.
Shop locally first; I want to see thriving businesses uptown.
Previously a Director of the Qualicum Beach Residents’ Association and Co-Chair of the Qualicum Community Education & Wellness Society (QCEWS).
Was a founding President of St Andrews Lodge Historical and Cultural Society.
Worked with citizens to keep the historic St. Andrews Lodge.
Volunteered with the Hamilton Marsh Committee.
Activities while serving on Council:
Activities while serving on Council:
Activities while serving on Council:
On Town Council I:
2021 – 2022
- voted consistently with the Official Community Plan;
- Town Liaison and/or Committee Member for: Family Day; Beach Day; Heritage Forest Commission; Select Committee on Environment & Sustainability (Chair); Qualicum Beach Museum & Historical Society; Early Learning and Childcare Council in Oceanside; Qualicum Beach Residents’ Association; (St. Marks Fair)
2014 – 2018
- voted consistently with the Official Community Plan;
- advocated for a Housing Task Force and a Housing Needs Assessment in order for Council to make informed development decisions;
- advocated for installation of safety improvements on Laburnum Road for students and citizens;
- participated in three Business Walks and the creation of the Town of Qualicum Beach Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan;
- Town Liaison for: Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce; Oceanside Development & Construction Association; Official Community Plan Review Steering Committee; Qualicum Community Education & Wellness Society; Access Oceanside Association; Development Cost Charges Review Committee.
Bio:
Experience working for you:
My Background
We each have our own reasons for choosing Qualicum Beach. Over a decade ago, my family chose to return to the exceptional Town where I grew up.
I have a degree in Business Administration from Simon
Fraser University and worked 15 years for the City of
Burnaby, gaining expertise in municipal governance and administration.
My track record of civic involvement, my prior service as Qualicum Beach Councillor, and most of all my love of this special place we call home, uniquely qualifies me.
CV
Graduated from Kwalikum Secondary School
International Travel
Bachelor of Business Administration, Simon Fraser University
Marketing Coordinator at Omega Nutrition, a natural foods company
Worked 15 years at City of Burnaby gaining knowledge and expertise in corporate administration and local government
Chief Election officer for 2 elections for the City of Burnaby
Returned to live in Qualicum Beach with my husband and son over a decade ago
Elected to council in 2014 with a strong showing of 3,032 votes
Mayoralty Candidate, 2018
QB Councillor (By-election) 2021-2022