"West Vancouver deserves leadership that is prudent, consultative, and prepared to work with residents on a real plan for the future."
— Kirk LaPointe
Trusted Leadership for West Vancouver's Future
I’m Kirk LaPointe, and I’m running for Mayor of West Vancouver. I’ve spent my career in journalism, business, and public service — asking tough questions, holding institutions to account, and helping people make sense of complex decisions. Now I want to put that experience to work for the community I call home.
I’m running because I believe West Vancouver deserves better than what it’s been getting from local government. We need to manage public money more carefully, support a healthier local economy, and give residents a genuine voice — before decisions are made, not after. Too many people feel they’re being asked to pay more without enough clarity, consultation, or long-term vision. Whether it’s taxes, housing, infrastructure, or our role at Metro Vancouver, we need leadership that listens earlier, explains clearly, and works with the community on a real plan for the years ahead.
West Vancouver has deep strengths, high expectations, and a strong sense of place. It deserves leadership that matches. I’d love your help.
- Ensure value for money and financial discipline in public spending
- Build a stronger local economy
- Give residents a voice before decisions are made, not after
- Demand stronger accountability at Metro Vancouver
What does true consultation look like?
In the October 17 election, an important issue to consider is how well you’re seen, heard and understood by your municipal government. Does it decide before it consults? Or does it inform before it engages? Can you see in its
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