Why does #LocalGov matter?
Cross Border Interviews digs into this question and more by interviewing municipal elected folks from across Canada.

Thanks Chris Brown for inviting me on to talk about my role on council and the community I’m proud to serve:
www.crossborderinterviews.ca/post/854-par...

Great summer vibes at the first annual Forks n’ Tunes Food Festival in #Parksville! 🎶🍔

Great to see the Coastal Community Credit Union parking lot and Memorial Plaza come alive with amazing food, great music, and a fantastic community feeling.

A beautiful day to officially open the restored labyrinth in Parksville Community Park. Big thanks to the volunteers who brought their vision to Council and to everyone who helped re-create this special place. A lasting gift for our community.
#Parksville #Labyrinth

June 1 is #WildSalmonDay

It's hard to think British Columbia without thinking Salmon!

Wild salmon need cold, clean water.
But when rivers and oceans warm, get polluted, or blocked, their survival is at risk.

Let's protect wild salmon for now and future generations.

wildsalmonday.com

Wheels up for Ottawa on my way to join more than 2,000 municipal leaders from across Canada gathering to learn, collaborate, and advocate.

#CDNmuni #StrongerTogether #LocalGov #FCM2025AC

Congratulations to @gordjohns.bsky.social on being re-elected as our Member of Parliament for Courtenay–Alberni.

I look forward to collaborating with our Member of Parliament with renewed focus on the priorities for our region.

Cast my ballot today 🇨🇦 🗳️

Remember to consider the character and competence of the individual who will represent you in Parliament.

Lots of positive things in the works at the Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce.
I got to hear all about it at the AGM this week.

Another successful AVICC convention in Nanaimo!
It's a great opportunity to network with local government people from across Vancouver Island and coastal communities, debate policy, learn new things, and sharpen my skills to deliver for #Parksville.

Thanks @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social and @fcm.ca for representing Canadian municipalities in Washington D.C.
By working together we can all prosper!

Attending the Federation of Canadian Municipalities meetings virtually this morning (and yesterday).

#FCM serves as a vital platform for municipalities across Canada to advocate to the federal government.

In these times, collaboration has never been more crucial! 💪

It was a snowy but beautiful walk to council meeting today.
On a day like today, summer seems far away but council approved a one year trial for city staff to manage food trucks in the Community Park.
(Periodic reminder: If you have questions or feedback on City of Parksville matters, reach out)

Thanks Speaker @gregfergus.bsky.social for taking time to connect with local government elected officials from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in #Ottawa this week

(📸 with Richmond Hill Deputy Mayor Godwin Chan)

Traveling to Ottawa for FCM meetings and advocacy days. Looking forward to some productive work on behalf of local government — plus it’s my first time visiting our nation’s capital! 🍁

Many memories of my 3 kids with Sandy Shores Skating Club at Oceanside Place Arena.
That's why it was fun honour to represent #Parksville Mayor and Council in handing out medals at the 2025 Skate Canada BC/Yukon Territory Super Series Sectionals!

Congrats SSCC for hosting a successful event!🏅⛸

Saddened to hear of former Premier John Horgan's passing.

In a time when politics often divides, he prioritized province over party. He exemplified leadership: willingness to listen, working to find common ground, and taking responsibility.

Thanks for your service to British Columbia.
#bcpoli