Key Focus
Public Safety
With my law enforcement experience, I will work hard to ensure Colwood remains a safe community to raise our families.
Parks and Green Spaces
I will work hard to expand our parks and protect our green spaces so that children can play safely in our community.
Sustainable Development
I support long-term, sustainable development for Colwood and the region as we experience future growth.
Transportation
I will seek more options for commuters and expanded transit for the people who live and work in Colwood. Moving people in the Westshore is an increasing challenge and we must press for solutions now.
Outdoor Play Places
I will continue to support the expansion of our sports fields and recreational opportunities as our community grows.
Affordable Housing and Seniors Care
For a community to thrive, it requires affordable housing for all. Beyond just housing for young families, Colwood and the Westshore needs expanded seniors care so they too can remain in their community.
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My family moved to our beautiful neighbourhood in Colwood in 2006. Colwood had much to offer as the community we chose to raise our two young boys. Our natural environment, parks, streams, beaches and trails, offers much for young families making Colwood a great place to live.
After service in the Armed Forces and as a Corrections Officer, I moved to Greater Victoria 23 years ago to begin a successful career in law enforcement. With more than 20 years service as a police officer, I am passionate about community safety and am honoured to have the opportunity to serve the public. As a former Media Relations Officer, I developed a greater understanding that citizen engagement and community involvement are integral parts of policing and necessary for a vibrant community. In 2009, the Mayor appointed me to the Colwood Protective Services Committee as a citizen representative. During my time on this committee, I worked closely with the Colwood Fire Department, Westshore RCMP, and Colwood Bylaws Enforcement to deliver and improve safety in our community.
As a member of your council, I have the skills and experience to benefit our community. In addition, I have volunteered on various committees, offering advice and input to council on many issues. We are experiencing unprecedented growth and I want to be a part of helping to shape Colwood for the future.
Volunteer Experience:
Community involvement and volunteerism are values that are important to me. As I mentioned previously, I was appointed to the Protective Services Committee through to December 2017, when the committee structure was changed. I was also appointed as a citizen volunteer member to other Colwood committees, including:
- Sewers committee
- Safe Routes to Schools committee
I was also served seven years as a board member for the Juan de Fuca Soccer Club, holding several different positions. As a board member, I learned the value of a healthy community sports network and the importance of places for youth and children to play, whether it be sports fields, parks or green spaces.
Education:
- Telfer School of Management / Harvard Law School, 2014 : Canadian Police Association Executive Leadership Program
- Leadership Victoria, 2010: Community based leadership development program
- Simon Fraser University, 1993: Bachelors degree in Criminology