I am married with one grown son and have lived in Richmond since 1975. I started community volunteering six years ago when I retired. I believe community engagement and social justice sustain a healthy and inclusive community. I am running with the Richmond Citizens' Association to ensure everyone's voice is heard.
From 2006 to the present, my Richmond experience includes:
Leading a neighbourhood group advocating for the Nelson Road interchange and cost sharing with Federal government, saving Richmond millions;
Founding member of Richmond Civic Engagement Network, connecting new immigrants to civic processes;
Leading the drive for a women's homeless shelter;
Steering committee organizing of "Food For All" Conference and "Building Hope" Housing Forum.
As Councillor I will work to: increase affordable housing stock and encourage land trusts; change municipal funding formulae with senior governments; protect land in the Agricultural Land Reserve; and encourage "grow/eat/buy local" initiatives.
Contact Information Telephone: 604-230-3158, 604-612-2489
Email: [email protected] Web: www.dewhalen.ca
