I am a fourth generation Victorian, a mother and grandmother. After attending UVic I taught elementary school throughout the area and after having children myself I was motivated to seek elected office as a school trustee and Board Chair in SD#61.

My interest in Community continued to grow and I served as Councillor and Mayor in the District of Oak Bay. Then for a few years I stepped away from elected office and spent time as a Talk Show Host on CFAX radio and Ex.Dir. of the Better Business Bureau.

 

The Provincial economy in 2001 was in decline and I was persuaded to seek a seat as an MLA for Saanich South. I was successful and served Saanich residents as their MLA and was appointed to Cabinet. The Provincial seat gave me an opportunity play a role in developing public policy including economy, environment and social issues.

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From 2005 until present I serve on Saanich Council and CRD. Over these amazing years I have chaired a range of committees including this term as Chair of  Finance & Governance. Over this period I served as Chair Victoria Regional Transit Commission. Currently I am Vice Chair Victoria Regional Harbour Authority. I wish to continue serving on Saanich Council because the issues that are important to our residents are important to me.

 

Some of the areas I have and continue to support relating to youth in the Community:

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1. I support student housing options both on and off campus

 

2. As Chair Victoria Regional Transit Commission, developed the  current Transit Exchange at UVic

 

3. I support a range of safe transportation options including cycling, walking &transit

 

4. I have a record of providing recreation and competitive sports fields & campus services