It has been a privilege to serve as Mayor of North Cowichan over the past four years. Together, we have made meaningful progress on many of the issues that matter most to our community – including investing in the infrastructure that supports our daily lives, strengthening the services residents rely on, advancing affordable housing projects and increasing our housing supply, and protecting and restoring the natural environment that makes North Cowichan such a special place to live.

 

At the same time, we face significant challenges. The closure of the Crofton mill and ongoing uncertainty in the forestry sector have affected local families and our economy. Aging infrastructure requires substantial investment, while homelessness, the drug crisis, and rising costs continue to put pressure on our community and municipal finances. As North Cowichan grows, we must also ensure that new development is carefully planned, supported by the infrastructure we need, and consistent with the vision our community has established through our Official Community Plan.

 

While I am proud of what we have accomplished together, there is still important work ahead. That is why I am seeking re-election as your Mayor.

 

Over the next four years, my priorities will be to continue our efforts to diversify the economy and attract new investment, expand affordable housing options and support development in appropriate areas, protect our natural environment and adapt to climate change, preserve our rural character and support agriculture, improve community safety and address homelessness, and manage growing tax pressures while maintaining the high-quality services residents expect.​​