As an urban planner, Tasha Henderson (she/her) understands how cities work and how to get things done. But her neighbours know her best as Moose’s regular walking partner at Hume Park, or as the co-organizer of the Sapperton Easter egg hunt that brings together dozens of small businesses along Columbia each year.
Throughout her career, she has worked alongside communities tackling poverty, affordable housing, and civic engagement. Her approach is grounded in looking at the bigger picture and addressing the root causes of issues, rather than relying on quick fixes. She also teaches policy and legislation at Douglas College, where she encourages more people to get involved in civic life.
On Council, Tasha has prioritized decisions that protect renters from renovictions and extreme heat, expand affordable housing, increase childcare spaces, and improve road safety around schools. In a second term, she plans to continue supporting small businesses and increasing public amenities in the downtown core.
“New West is the regional hot-spot for many young families and I want to make sure New West remains an inclusive place for all families. This means continuing our work to support the development of affordable housing, building complete communities, and ensuring that the City’s services, amenities, and engagement efforts meet the needs of all families.”
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