Platform - Community First

Community First Platform

Delivering Livability and Affordability

Patrick Johnstone and his Community First team believes local government can, and should, do more than the basics. Local government can create the conditions for people to thrive, together. We love New Westminster and we believe that the strongest cities are built not only through strong infrastructure and great amenities, but also through connections between neighbours.

Patrick and his Community First team are ambitious and have a track record of delivering. Let’s keep working together with a big vision, a solid strategy, and respectful relationships.

Our Vision: A city where everyone belongs.

This means:

  • Connected Neighbourhoods
  • Strong Public Services
  • Thriving Local Businesses
  • Abundant, Affordable Housing

Our Core Commitments

All of our work is led and shaped by our values. Everything we do will consider these three commitments.

  • Inclusivity

    This community belongs to everyone regardless of income, race, religion, sexuality, gender, age, immigration status, or ability. We will build a community that supports the needs of all our neighbours and neighbourhoods.

  • Reconciliation

    We approach reconciliation and our relationship to Host Nations and Urban Indigenous communities with humility, openness, and a commitment to take meaningful and tangible action toward reconciliation.

  • Climate Action & Adaptation

    Climate change threatens our economy, liveability and our future. We commit to taking action to reduce our impact on the planet while also prioritizing the resilience and adaptation tools needed to ensure high quality of life in New Westminster.

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