Bio
David brings a rich mixture of experience to the citizens of Esquimalt. David began his working career as a paramedic at Ottawa Ambulance Service. David's career in emergency services progressed to air ambulance para medic flying out of Thunder Bay, specializing in remote areas primary care. David finished his career in emergency health services as a hospital director of ambulance service. During this time as well David was a reserve officer in the Canadian Forces Medical Service.
David returned to his hometown of Hanover, Ontario, to operate his families financial services company, specializing in employee benefits and pensions. After 12 years in business David and his wife Jocelyn sold the business and moved to B.C. to experience living on the west coast of Canada. David and Jocelyn have two grown children who are both serving in the Canadian Forces. (army and navy)
Politically David has been active in many ways. His first endeavour was to run for municipal office when he was only 18! From being one of the charter members of the Canadian Paramedic Association, serving on the board of a conservation authority, hospital board, civic theatre board and three terms as a municipal Councillor. Most recently David was Esquimalt representative to the Greater Victoria Library Board and member representative to the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority David has a wealth of experience to bring to the decision making in the township on behalf of it's citizens.
David solicits your support on November 15, 2014, to continue to serve the citizens of Esquimalt in the next four years.
Why should I vote for you?
I bring to the council table the experience from three terms as a municipal councillor. My view of municipal governance focuses on the cost to the taxpayer for any project that may be considered for the township and to ensure the taxpayers receive the best value for their tax dollars spent.
Your main goal if elected?
My goal remains the same as in the past term – to ensure that the taxpayers receive the best possible service from their municipality delivered in an economical and sustainable way with respect to the environment and to continue to work on a long-term vision for the community that will service the citizens of Esquimalt well into the future.