My Platform
Making life more affordable and building the housing Nanaimo needs
Building non-market and workforce housing at scale
Expand partnerships with non-profit housing providers and grow the housing coordination pilot into a permanent function that combines land, low-cost financing and innovative construction to deliver truly affordable homes for workers, seniors and people with disabilities.
Keeping taxes affordable and delivering value for money
Control City costs and minimize property tax increases for households and small businesses, with stronger procurement, planning and financial oversight so major projects deliver good value.
Reducing the everyday cost of living
Make transit, recreation, childcare and other daily essentials more attainable through complete neighbourhoods, expanded service and partnerships, building on free transit for everyone under 18.
Reducing homelessness, keeping neighborhoods safe, and improving health care access
Getting people from homelessness into housing and care
Strengthen coordination among governments, health services and community organizations through the Nanaimo Homelessness Response Leadership Table Alignment Project so people experiencing homelessness have clear pathways into housing, care and support.
Expanding addiction treatment, complex care and health care access
Press the Province for substantially greater investment in detox, treatment, mental health services, complex care and supportive housing, while improving access to primary and community care.
Protecting neighbourhood safety and livability
Keep neighbourhoods safe and livable by locating shelters and outreach services responsibly so no single neighbourhood is overburdened and appropriately resource Community Safety Officers, Clean Teams, police and emergency services.
Expanding Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
Keep advocating and supporting funding for the new patient tower and cardiac catheterization lab so Nanaimo and Island residents receive more critical care close to home.
Building a stronger, more vibrant local economy
Cutting building permit delays
Make faster, more predictable permitting a strategic City priority through better processes, digital tools, adequate staffing and public reporting, cutting costs for homeowners, builders and businesses.
Supporting local businesses and creating local jobs
Work through the Nanaimo Prosperity Corporation and community partners to support entrepreneurs, small businesses and social enterprises, and ensure major public investments create local jobs and training.
Revitalizing downtown Nanaimo
Advance projects for downtown housing, business, public spaces and culture so downtown grows as a vibrant economic, cultural and educational centre for Vancouver Island.
Preserving industrial land and attracting the right industries
Protect employment lands, support current businesses and attract emerging sectors such as marine industries, clean technology, logistics and advanced manufacturing, putting the right industries in the right places.
Investing in arts, recreation and community life
Continue strong support for arts, culture, festivals, recreation and community facilities that make Nanaimo a place people want to live, work and visit.
Protecting the environment and building a climate resilient Nanaimo
Protecting and expanding parks and natural areas
Expand protected lands around Cable Bay, the Nanaimo River and other treasured natural areas, defending urban green space so growth never cuts residents off from nature.
Strengthening essential infrastructure and services
Invest responsibly in resilient core infrastructure and services like water, sewer, fire protection and disaster response so Nanaimo is prepared for drought, extreme weather, natural disasters and growth.
Building complete, resilient neighbourhoods
Plan growth around housing, services, parks, transit and safe walking and cycling connections so residents can meet more daily needs close to home at lower cost.
Preparing Nanaimo for a changing climate
Continue Nanaimo’s recognized climate leadership through home retrofits, energy-efficient buildings, better transit and infrastructure that stands up to drought, storms and wildfire risk.
Reaching 90% waste diversion and growing the circular economy
Complete the Regional District's Canada-leading waste separation programs, reduce landfill disposal and support businesses that turn waste into local resources.
Moving toward safer biosolids management
Protect soil, water and food systems by moving away from land application of biosolids toward safer options such as advanced thermal treatment.
Strengthening neighbourhoods and local food security
Support neighbourhood associations in addressing local priorities and invest in community organizations that strengthen food security, local food production and neighbourhood resilience.
Delivering accountable and effective local government
Showing residents where their money goes and what it achieves
Continue building a results-oriented City Hall that connects Council priorities, budgets and capital spending through clear targets, public dashboards and regular reporting, so residents see what is delivered.
Supporting Nanaimo’s institutions working together
Continue strengthening co-ordination to align the City, Snuneymuxw First Nation, Island Health, VIU, the Port Authority and other major institutions around shared priorities, so public investments achieve greater community benefit.
Advancing reconciliation with Snuneymuxw First Nation
Deepen the City’s government-to-government relationship with Snuneymuxw First Nation through shared initiatives and support for Snuneymuxw-led economic, cultural and community priorities.