Here are some of the additional issues I’ve championed during my second term:
Active Transportation & Infrastructure
Wendy introduced and supported resolutions for safety on multi-use paths, and 40 km/h neighborhood speed reductions. Wendy advocated for playground upgrades, including updated design standards.
Arts and Culture
The arts have been important to Wendy throughout her life. In her counselling career and personal life she has experienced the power of the arts
Environment & Climate Change
In 2024, Wendy supported resolutions supporting the Garry Oaks Restoration & Stewardship Program, including tree risk abatement funding, MOU, and 5-year funding commitment for the
Equity & Diversity
Wendy believes that a healthy, vibrant community is one where diversity is celebrated, where everyone feels included, and where policies and services are equitable. Making
Financial
Wendy supported updated fees and charges for cost recovery, increasing reserves for aging infrastructure renewal, and establishing reserves, surplus, and investment policies. Complementing the Asset
Food Security
Wendy has championed food security throughout her time on council, supporting adoption of the Food Policy Council and the first ever Food Systems chapter in
Impacts of the toxic drug crisis
In her career as a youth substance use counsellor, Wendy has first-hand and front-line experience with the devastating impacts of the toxic drug crisis. Like
Reconcililation
Wendy has been honoured to work collaboratively with K’omoks First Nation on many projects, and appreciates the richness and contributions of urban Indigenous community members.
Social Issues & support for those unhoused
Wendy has consistently stressed that a vibrant, healthy, prosperous community is not possible without addressing the social health of the community. She believes that all