Where I stand, and what actually happened at the table. Positions first, then the plain-language record of council and Regional District meetings.
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Local issues
Where I stand on the issues people in this riding actually raise with me — written out in full, not reduced to a slogan.
- Big Tech gets another free pass while Canadians pay the price of inaction — on scrapping the Digital Services Tax.
- Responding to tariffs — steel, aluminum, softwood lumber, and the community resilience that gets us through.
- Rural phone and internet — connectivity as an essential service, not a luxury.
Bring me a new one
This list grows out of conversations, not a comms plan. If something is affecting you and it isn’t here, bring it to a meet-up or call me directly at (250) 509-0773.
Council reports
Bringing people together to tackle big challenges
As a City Councillor and Regional Director, my work has focused on housing, economic development, and community support. Beyond council meetings, it’s about creating spaces where people can connect, share ideas, and find solutions together. Strengthening these connections helps us build a more resilient and supportive community.
I write up what happened at council and at the Regional District in plain language, because the official minutes are not built for people with jobs.
Latest report
March 4th, 2025 — Regular Council: the RDCK budget and a 9.4% property tax increase for Nelson, childcare and early educators, the long-term campus review, joint resource recovery, and the Nelson Neighbour Network.
I’ve always known Keith Page to be a strong, progressive voice of reason. His exceptional ability to communicate issues clearly and objectively, always basing his arguments on the facts on the ground, sets him apart.
Sean Ryan — Retired, Nelson
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