Greg Powell is a community organizer and advocate on several issues including climate justice, Indigenous rights, active transportation, food security and poverty elimination. He has a background in engineering from the University of Waterloo and worked in the environmental non-profit sector for several years before studying theology at the University of Toronto and then becoming a minister.
Powell worked for several years at the Pembina Institute, where he led an initiative to engage Alberta citizens on climate justice and renewable energy. He is a proud and dedicated father of two little ones; any time not in the office or on the campaign trail is spent with them.
Back-country skiing, marathon running, trail running, triathlon training, and contemplative practices are important ways for Powell to stay mentally healthy and balanced.
Question: If you were premier for a day, what two pieces of legislation would you enact?
I would enact basic income to eliminate poverty. And I would enact climate legislation proposed by the B.C. Greens.
Question: If you had a theme song, what would it be?
Beautiful Day by U2.
