Mayor Doug Kobayashi

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Email: dkobayashi@colwood.ca Phone: 250-294-8144 Fax: 250-478-7516 Elected In: 2022 Resident Since: 1970

Present:
- Independent management consultant specializing in strategic planning, business diagnostics, product development and performance management systems.
- Recently appointed by the Lieutenant Governor to the Board of Governors at Royal Roads University
- Governor on the Board of Governors of the Victoria Conservatory of Music
- Director on the Board of Directors of Green Transit Partners

Past Community Service:
- Acting chair of the advisory council to the Royal Roads University School of Business
- Various municipal committees in Colwood...

Present:
- Independent management consultant specializing in strategic planning, business diagnostics, product development and performance management systems.
- Recently appointed by the Lieutenant Governor to the Board of Governors at Royal Roads University
- Governor on the Board of Governors of the Victoria Conservatory of Music
- Director on the Board of Directors of Green Transit Partners

Past Community Service:
- Acting chair of the advisory council to the Royal Roads University School of Business
- Various municipal committees in Colwood and Langford
- Westshore Literary Committee
- Past President of the Westshore Chamber of Commerce
- Past President Westshore Rebels Football Club
- Rotary Club of Edmonton
- Executive director of the Edmonton International Air Show
- Director for the United Way

Personal History:
- Raised in the Westshore area
- Graduated from Belmont High School and Royal Roads Military College
- Graduated Royal Military College of Canada - MEng (Mechanical)
- Graduated Cranfield University - MSc (Aeronautical Engineering)
- Recipient of The Canadian Merit Award; the Canadian Forces Decoration; and the Canada 125 Medal
- 20 years Royal Canadian Air Force (Lt.-Col ret'd)
- 27 years worked as a professional engineer and senior executive in the aerospace industry in vice-presidential roles for CAE Aviation; Conair Aviation and SPar Aerospace/L-3 Communications; also was the President/CEO of Dee Howard Aircraft (San Antonio, TX)
- Recently retired owner and operator of two businesses in both Colwood and Saanich
- Happily married to Melinda (Mindi) for almost 40 years and have one daughter, Mariko, who is an engineer presently undertaking her Master's degree at UBC

Key Appointments

  • Capital Regional District Board
  • Capital Region Hospital District Board
  • Capital Region Housing Corporation

Councillor Cynthia Day

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Email: cday@colwood.ca Phone: 250-474-5687 Fax: 250-478-7516 Elected In: 2002 Resident Since: 1987

Key Focus

  • Creating an inclusive, accessible and connected community
  • Preservation and promotion of our natural and cultural heritage
  • Maintaining and enhancing high quality parks in Colwood

Councillor Day is pleased to be continuing the work she began in 2002 when first elected to represent the people of Colwood. She continues to advocate for high quality parks, preservation and promotion of our natural and cultural heritage and creating an affordable and liveable community. She is a knowledgeable and passionate advocate for creating an inclusive, accessible and connected community.

Working closely with staff at West Shore Parks and Recreation and members of the Inter-municipal Advisory Committee on Disability Issues, Cynthia ensured grants were received by all Five...

Councillor Day is pleased to be continuing the work she began in 2002 when first elected to represent the people of Colwood. She continues to advocate for high quality parks, preservation and promotion of our natural and cultural heritage and creating an affordable and liveable community. She is a knowledgeable and passionate advocate for creating an inclusive, accessible and connected community.

Working closely with staff at West Shore Parks and Recreation and members of the Inter-municipal Advisory Committee on Disability Issues, Cynthia ensured grants were received by all Five West Shore Municipalities to increase accessibility throughout our region and participated in the creation and publishing of a guide to accessible trails.  The  User Friendly Trail Guide was a follow up to the highly successful Walk the West Shore Guide featuring new amenities such as the Accessible Art Space at Esquimalt Lagoon and grew out of the shared vision as teams from all municipalities participated in the Disability for a Day Event held at West Shore Parks and Recreation.  Partnership with CRD Parks made a larger and more comprehensive guide possible. The online guide will be updated as new amenities become accessible. Free paper copies are available at West Shore Parks and Recreation or Colwood City Hall. This guide was created through available provincial grants and did not require Colwood Tax dollars! Check out the elevation profiles that help users identify how steep the trails might be and how far it is to a rest stop, view point or amenity. Great for seniors, young families and anyone looking to find great opportunities to get out into the natural environment easily.

Councillor Day actively supports Council’s work plan which includes increasing opportunities for commercial businesses to come to Colwood and creating a transportation plan for the future. Councillor Day is proud to support the Artistic Economy which over the past five years has brought $385,000 in Fine Art and Crafts sales, $190,000 in Arts and Crafts Education and $275,000 worth of support projects to the local Colwood Economy. She supports the continued expansion of this valued economic driver.

Councillor Day is proud to have promised and delivered online video of meetings to enable more people to participate. She supports ongoing improvement through upgrades to our website and ongoing consultation with residents to ensure that everyone`s voice is heard and valued.

As Chair of the Victoria Family Court and Youth Justice Committee, which represents all thirteen municipalities and all three school districts in the Capital Regional District, She advocates for those services that make our community more affordable both locally and provincially.  She advocates for services close to home, including Restorative Justice and mental health services, especially for youth. Through this committee and with a very small budget she brings the Children of the Street Society interactive theatre productions to our schools annually to educate youth about potential threats and risks in today's society.

See the Contacts page for current contact information.

Key Appointments

  • Victoria Family Court & Youth Justice
  • Alternate - Climate Action Inter-Municipal Task Force

Councillor David Grove

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Email: dgrove@colwood.ca Phone: 250-294-8144 Elected In: 2022 Resident Since: 1995 Visit Website

I ran for Colwood Council to help create a more sustainable future for our community.

For over 20 years I ran an award-winning family business which supported the quality of life of its employees and the customers who made the Royal Bay Bakery a local success.

Now I want to share my energy and experience to help build authentic connections and a collaborative community culture that leaves no one behind.

I ran for Colwood Council to help create a more sustainable future for our community.

For over 20 years I ran an award-winning family business which supported the quality of life of its employees and the customers who made the Royal Bay Bakery a local success.

Now I want to share my energy and experience to help build authentic connections and a collaborative community culture that leaves no one behind.

Key Appointments

  • Climate Action Inter-Municipal Task Force
  • Juan de Fuca Water Distribution Commission

Councillor Dean Jantzen

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Email: djantzen@colwood.ca Phone: 250-294-8144 Fax: 250-478-7516 Elected In: 2018 Resident Since: 2006

Key Focus

Public Safety

With my law enforcement experience, I will work hard to ensure Colwood remains a safe  community to raise our families.  

Parks and Green Spaces

I will work hard to expand our parks and protect our green spaces so that children can play  safely in our community. 

Sustainable Development

I support long-term, sustainable development for Colwood and the region as we experience  future growth.  

Transportation

I will seek more options for commuters and expanded transit for the people who live and work  in Colwood. Moving people in the Westshore is an increasing challenge and we must press  for solutions now. 

Outdoor Play Places

I will continue to support the expansion of our sports fields and recreational opportunities as  our community grows.  

Affordable Housing and Seniors Care

For a community to thrive, it requires affordable housing for all. Beyond just housing for young  families, Colwood and the Westshore needs expanded seniors care so they too can remain in  their community.  

My family moved to our beautiful neighbourhood in Colwood in 2006. Colwood had much to offer as the  community we chose to raise our two young boys. Our natural environment, parks, streams, beaches and trails, offers much for young families making Colwood a great place to live. 

After service in the Armed Forces and as a Corrections Officer, I moved to Greater Victoria 23 years ago to begin a successful career in law enforcement. With more than 20 years service as a police officer, I am passionate about community safety and am honoured to have the opportunity to serve the public. As...

My family moved to our beautiful neighbourhood in Colwood in 2006. Colwood had much to offer as the  community we chose to raise our two young boys. Our natural environment, parks, streams, beaches and trails, offers much for young families making Colwood a great place to live. 

After service in the Armed Forces and as a Corrections Officer, I moved to Greater Victoria 23 years ago to begin a successful career in law enforcement. With more than 20 years service as a police officer, I am passionate about community safety and am honoured to have the opportunity to serve the public. As a former Media Relations Officer, I developed a greater understanding that citizen engagement and community involvement are integral parts of policing and necessary for a vibrant community. In 2009, the Mayor appointed me to the Colwood Protective Services Committee as a citizen representative. During my time on this committee, I worked closely with the Colwood Fire Department, Westshore RCMP, and Colwood Bylaws Enforcement to deliver and improve safety in our community. 

As a member of your council, I have the skills and experience to benefit our community. In addition, I have volunteered on various committees, offering advice and input to council on many issues. We are experiencing unprecedented growth and I want to be a part of helping to shape Colwood for the future. 

Volunteer Experience: 

Community involvement and volunteerism are values that are important to me. As I mentioned previously, I was appointed to the Protective Services Committee through to December 2017, when the committee structure was changed. I was also appointed as a citizen volunteer member to other Colwood committees, including: 

     · Sewers committee

     · Safe Routes to Schools committee

I was also served seven years as a board member for the Juan de Fuca Soccer Club, holding several different positions. As a board member, I learned the value of a healthy community sports network and the importance of places for youth and children to play, whether it be sports fields, parks or green spaces. 

Education: 

Telfer School of Management / Harvard Law School, 2014 :  Canadian Police Association Executive Leadership Program 

Leadership Victoria, 2010:  Community based leadership development program

Simon Fraser University, 1993: Bachelors degree in Criminology

 

Key Appointments

  • CREST Emergency Services Telecommunications

Councillor Ian Ward

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Email: iward@colwood.ca Phone: 250-294-8144 Elected In: 2022 Resident Since: 2018 Visit Website

A senior executive with 15+ years experience in national and international business, Councillor Ward (Ian) is educated in part at both UBC Sauder School of Business and locally at Royal Roads University. Ian has also volunteered locally, regionally, and internationally, and is a Certified Professional in HR (CPHR); blending formal education with two-plus decades of demonstrated leadership in financial management, people & change management, organizational effectiveness, and strategic planning.

Committed to integrity, transparency and accountability, Ian is passionate about...

A senior executive with 15+ years experience in national and international business, Councillor Ward (Ian) is educated in part at both UBC Sauder School of Business and locally at Royal Roads University. Ian has also volunteered locally, regionally, and internationally, and is a Certified Professional in HR (CPHR); blending formal education with two-plus decades of demonstrated leadership in financial management, people & change management, organizational effectiveness, and strategic planning.

Committed to integrity, transparency and accountability, Ian is passionate about delivering effective and proactive communication, decisive leadership, fiscal responsibility and innovative thinking to the myriad challenges and opportunities facing the City of Colwood.

Ian resides in the Royal Bay area of Colwood with his wife and two children. He has a child enrolled in SD62 and two family members active locally with JDF soccer.

It is important to Ian that Colwood remain a safe, vibrant seaside community, and one that continues to develop responsibly for the benefit of the entire community. Accordingly, Ian’s primary objectives this term are focused on: Responsible Development, Community Engagement, Fiscal Responsibility, Infrastructure/Services, and regional collaboration on Healthcare and Transportation.

Key Appointments

  • Alternate - Capital Regional District Board
  • Alternate - Capital Region Hospital District Board
  • Alternate - Capital Region Housing Corporation

Councillor Kim Jordison

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Email: kjordison@colwood.ca Phone: 250-294-8144 Elected In: 2022 Resident Since: 2014

Community Engagement & Transparency – a commitment to listen to the community with a focus on building deeper, stronger and more trusting relationships.

Fiscal Responsibility – a commitment to create a better, stronger, more successful community for the next generation while ensuring a better balance between spending and taxes.

Responsible Community Growth – a commitment to address the issues and concerns I’ve heard, such as balancing growth and greenspace, adherence to the Official Community Plan, a community vision, protecting parks and greenspaces, attainable housing,...

Community Engagement & Transparency – a commitment to listen to the community with a focus on building deeper, stronger and more trusting relationships.

Fiscal Responsibility – a commitment to create a better, stronger, more successful community for the next generation while ensuring a better balance between spending and taxes.

Responsible Community Growth – a commitment to address the issues and concerns I’ve heard, such as balancing growth and greenspace, adherence to the Official Community Plan, a community vision, protecting parks and greenspaces, attainable housing, affordable housing, doctor shortage issues, community safety, infrastructure updates, partnerships, community accessibility, seniors aging in place, and a healthy community.

All this while ensuring Climate Change & Emergency Planning is at the forefront of all decisions made.

Key Appointments

  • Regional Water Supply Commission
  • Alternate - Victoria Family Court & Youth Justice
  • Alternate - CREST Capital Region Emergency Services Telecommunications

Councillor Misty Olsen

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Email: molsen@colwood.ca Phone: 250-294-8144 Elected In: 2022 Resident Since: 2013

I am committed to building a better live, work, play community for all. A place where housing options and jobs will be plentiful and the community will provide for a safe and healthy environment for all ages and life stages.

Responsible management of tax dollars and city spending.

Foster growth and supports for small business in new creative ways.

Community safety - identify and respond to areas of concern.

 

 

I am committed to building a better live, work, play community for all. A place where housing options and jobs will be plentiful and the community will provide for a safe and healthy environment for all ages and life stages.

Responsible management of tax dollars and city spending.

Foster growth and supports for small business in new creative ways.

Community safety - identify and respond to areas of concern.

 

 

Key Appointments

  • Alternate - Juan de Fuca Water Distribution Commission
  • Alternate - Regional Water Supply Commission