Eight years as a local councillor, and now Ucluelet's Mayor, (www.vancouverislanddaily.com/news/marilyn-elected-mayor) West Coast adventures to last a lifetime, deep civic experience, and my friendly calm demeanour (helps when swimming with sharks in Barkley Sound!) are hallmarks of my personality. Thank you Ucluelet for electing me!
As Mayor, I will lead and take charge, continually working hard for Ucluelet. I will always be honest, listen, facilitate and hold integrity above all else. I will not make false promises or offer quick solutions to complex community concerns. I promise to maintain an open, consistent respectful dialogue, have healthy and constructive conversations, and listen to opinions from the community, District Staff and Council about the issues Ucluelet is now facing.
I have served the last eight years as a local Councillor. This election is critical for our community and now more than ever it is key to have an established civic leader at the helm to steer us through these challenging times.
I bring almost three decades of strong community commitment, volunteer and serve on many local boards, and have extensive small businesses experience. I am a practical and effective leader who has handled everything from successfully growing a number of small local businesses to handling contentious issues at public hearings, rezoning issues, by-law variances, and permit application discussions through the lens of reason, facts, and practicality.
Projects don’t automatically complete themselves; they require continuity, oversight and adjustments. Projects such as the new medical centre, key housing developments, water treatment, infrastructure, childcare, business development, and sustainable growth in our community will require full attention to effectively see them through to fruition.
Like many, I began coming to the West Coast over 40 years ago and have lived in Ucluelet for over 25 years. It's been a wonderful journey, with so many memories and great friendships created. We have watched our community grow and prosper. During that time I have owned five successful businesses and volunteered for many local boards and committees. I have proudly served eight years as a current Councillor. My friends love to highlight that I'm the calm one, very respectful, listen well, and genuinely humble. I'm a seeker of outdoor adventure, and often sailing throughout the Broken Group Islands. I love living on the West Coast and enjoy my time giving back.
My Values & PlatformNow more than ever it is key to have an established civic leader at the helm to steer us through these challenging times. A vote for Marilyn has always been a vote to maintain an open, consistent respectful dialogue, have healthy constructive conversations, and listen to opinions from the community, District Staff and Council about the issues Ucluelet is now facing.
“Marilyn would be an amazing Mayor! She will listen, facilitate and lead with focus. Marilyn loves Ucluelet. She was an excellent Councillor during my term as Mayor. She is a team player and brings a calm, balanced professionalism to everything she does. Ukee will be lucky to have her... Go Marilyn Go!”
- Dianne St. Jacques ~ Ucluelet Mayor Twelve Years Local Government
“We have known Marilyn for over 20 years. She is always the prepared professional one, well organized and seems to have this magic ability to know every detail, and where every document is from past key Council & Civic items Ucluelet has dealt with. She is reliable, has strong values, very approachable, and brings a calmness to all she does. She is honest, level headed, and we have always loved her balanced approach. We have always admired her diverse interests, one weekend she is away sailing, the next scuba diving or right at home having a meeting with senior politicians from both the BC and Federal level. She would make an amazing Mayor; and her network around the West Coast is vast. Ucluelet needs a leader with deep experience, Ucluelet you have your next Mayor to take us through these challenging times.”
- Ted Eeftink ~ 25 Years Ucluelet Fire Chief + Tracy Eeftink - 30 Years Majestic Ocean Kayaking
“I wish I lived in Ukee...you would have my vote! Since the first time I met you Marilyn, years ago, at the Toastmaster sessions, I was always impressed with every meeting; and living here, I see you as the steadfast, emotionally strong, good listener... that will get you in, as mayor. My best wishes for you.”
- Vi Mundy ~ Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government - Ucluelet First Nation (Retired), Wild Pacific Trail First Nation Board Director
Business owners are a key part of our local economy. Our proud business owners are one amazing group of entrepreneurs. A vote for Marilyn is a vote to maintain an open, consistent respectful dialogue, have healthy and constructive conversations, listen to opinions from the business community, District Staff and Council about our current business issues. I look forward to further engaging with everyone to find solutions to current challenges and celebrating our successes.
“My wife, Jeanne, and I have lived here for 12 years and have known Marilyn throughout. I have had first hand experience when she was District Council representative to the Wild Pacific Trail Society, on whose Board I serve. As a citizen I have also observed Marilyn at District Council meetings. She brings a depth and range of experience to the issues at hand. She always impresses me as knowledgeable, thoughtful, and prudent. Ucluelet needs wise guidance and consideration as we move forward to meet the challenges of the future. I am proud to endorse Marilyn!”
- Don Ferris ~ Chair Treasurer, Wild Pacific Trail Society
“I have known Marilyn McEwen professionally and personally for over 16 years, after meeting her as the photographer for my wedding in 2006. I believe she has all the right credentials to be Ucluelet’s next mayor. Marilyn has the energy, leadership skills, experience and commitment to make a positive difference for the town. She listens to people and makes decisions based on the good of the community. For these reasons I believe Marilyn will be a great mayor for Ucluelet.”
- Andrew Hanson ~ Owner Ucluelet Lodge & Ucluelet Cold Beer & Wine Store
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I'll get right back in touch as long as I'm not on the beach looking for more glass balls.
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