The Islands Trust is a unique federation of local island governments with a mandate to make land use decisions that will "preserve and protect" British Columbia's Gulf Islands.
The Local Trust Committee has an uncomplicated governance role as “guardian”,with no financial incentive to rezone or develop. When voting on a rezoning application, only the Islands Trust preserve-and-protect mandate is considered...
As a Gabriola trustee since 2002, I’ve been honoured to serve in a conservation-oriented government to protect these precious Gulf Islands. I rely on balanced, inclusive community process. As Chair of Trust Council, I draw strength from, and am informed by, the shared wisdom and experience of islanders from all over the Salish Sea.
I love the islands as they are, and will work to sustain our community... The rising challenges of climate change, shifting economies, and development pressure, on all the islands, require experienced trustees. With your support, I’ll Preserve and Protect Gabriola, Mudge and DeCourcy Islands...
My Proposed List of OCP Review Topics
I would be honoured to be elected for a fourth term as Gabriola Trustee, to continue my commitment to the islands’ community and environment. I was elected Chair of Islands Trust Council by the 26 trustees from all 470 islands across the Islands Trust Area, and being more deeply engaged with other island communities is informing my work at home.
Download Sheila's SM Chair Bio PDF
I support community processes that allow dialogue, debate and decision-making without making it personal, allowing all to speak without intimidation. The more individual views I receive on an issue, the easier and clearer my decision is...
With good process, more people can actively participate in decision-making, and change outcomes...I'm very grateful to residents who donate their time to the community in this way.
Come meet me and give me advice...
See Islands Trust Gabriola Trustees on Shaw TV Channel 4:
If you'd like to print a recyclable campaign poster for your window or car, please click here: "Islands Trust Sheila" Poster .
