Mike McGraw

I've called North Vancouver home for most of my life.

I'm frequently asked why I'm running. After a long career in business, I'm stepping away from it to serve this community again. Many people have told me their voice doesn't matter at City Hall. I think they have a point. I love this community and I have the experience and temperament to bring the leadership that this city needs to put residents and businesses at the centre of their focus.

I put my employees first for thirty years running businesses, and I was recognized for my servant leadership style. I bring that same instinct to serving as strata council president today, in a mixed-use building. Before that, I served as an elected school trustee and on our library board, known as the voice of reason for listening to a room and voting on the merits.

Show up. Regular Meet the Mayor events, for my full term, not just the campaign. Listen. Meaningful public input before decisions are made, not after. Lead. Pragmatic, disciplined council and community leadership - business acumen, not talk.

I don't accept developer donations. City Hall shouldn't owe anyone but the residents and business owners it serves.