Ray Porcellato
Lifelong New Westminster resident with deep local roots, civic pride and a strong desire to give back. President and general manager of the New Westminster Salmonbellies. Community leadership through local sport, teamwork, volunteer spirit and one of the city’s iconic sporting traditions. Amateur artist with a creative perspective and appreciation for arts, culture, heritage and […]
Maryann Morrison
Executive leader, entrepreneur and community leader with extensive experience in community engagement and partnership-building. Executive Director of the North Fraser Métis Association, working with community members, governments and organizations. Career experience across the non-profit, Indigenous, corporate and public sectors. Born in New Westminster with deep family ties to the city. Focused on practical solutions, local […]
Paul Minhas
Current New Westminster city councillor with practical experience at the council table. Longtime New Westminster resident, living in the city since 1991. Local business owner with experience opening the Heritage Grill in 2005 and later operating Begbie’s Pub. Helped build a downtown gathering place known for live music, local arts, cultural diversity and inclusive community […]
Rick Folka
Chartered Professional Accountant with senior management experience and a strong financial oversight lens. Professional background in healthcare, not-for-profit and public-sector settings. Born and raised in New Westminster, with roots in Sapperton and a current home in Glenbrooke North. Community board service with organizations including the Catholic Health Association of BC and Saint Mary’s Hospital. Husband, […]
Karima Budhwani
Longtime Queen’s Park resident with a resident-centred approach to local government. Holds a master’s degree in environmental studies from York University and a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School. More than 20 years of experience in the non-profit and justice sectors, including promoting access to justice and environmental justice. Life and leadership coach with […]
Ken Armstrong
Lawyer with the judgment, research skills and discipline needed for complex local government decisions. New Westminster resident for more than 20 years and Queensborough resident since 2008. New West Progressives mayoral candidate in the 2022 civic election, with city-wide campaign experience. Father of two with a practical understanding of family, commuter, taxpayer and neighbourhood priorities. […]