I’m proud to be a Port Moody native, the best city in the World !
I grew up here and deeply cherish the City’s history, so it is an honour for me to help lead Port Moody into the future.
Like you, I love Port Moody and that’s why I continue to advocate for a strong community that embraces change and remains the most amazing city.
I served on Port Moody Council for 13 years - Councillor from 2005-2011 and Mayor from 2011-2018. I am proud to have a led a Council and Staff team that delivered many community enhancements and planned responsibly for the future, and the work that I did in the region with our neighbouring municipalities.
I am committed to a livable, accessible city with vibrant public spaces, healthy neighbourhoods, sustainable mobility, a diverse and resilient local economy, and an affordable housing market. And to celebrate our Arts and Culture and support our designation as 'City of the Arts'.
The world is changing at a rapid rate, and I believe strongly that it is important to embrace change, not deny it, and to move forward !
Planning for our future
Sustainable
Future
Responsible Growth and Development
Environmental Protection
Financial Responsibility
Affordability
Good Neighbourhoods
Build Good Communities
Public Safety
Recreation
Festivals and Events
Experienced
Leadership
Role of Mayor
Collaboration and Cooperation
Open and Transparent Government
In the Community
Honoring a Tireless Voice for the Homeless
Mike was proud to honor Sandy Burpee, the long-time Chair of the Tri-Cities Homelessness Task Group. Sandy spent thousands of hours advocating for the rights of the most vulnerable.
Honoring the Man in Motion
The 25th Anniversary tour of Rick Hansen’s historic journey across Canada. His foundation has raised $250 million and strives to improve the lives of those with spinal injuries.
You Never Know Who’s at the Library
Pirates, puppets, and pyjamas. A perfect day for Mike to read with the kids at Port Moody Library. One of Mike’s favorite activity is giving out those summer reading medals.
Volunteering at Crossroads Hospice
Crossroads Hospice Society provides compassionate care to those affected by the end-of-life experience. Mike has supported this amazing organization with many hours of volunteer service.
Breaking Ground for Affordability
Mike is Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Housing Committee and was pleased to break ground in 2018 for Heather Place with Minister of Housing Selina Robinson and other mayors in the region.
International Women’s Day
Every year the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce holds a special event to a celebrate the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future.