Meet Our Candidates

FOR CITY COUNCIL

Dr. Rebecca Hasdell is a public health researcher and leader who has worked for two decades on how everyday decisions like housing, food systems and the way communities are designed shape opportunities and the health of Canadians. 

Hasdell is running for City Council to help build a healthier, more connected Vancouver that works for everyone, with people at the centre of every decision.

FOR CITY COUNCIL

Geoff Teoli is an entrepreneur, creative industry leader, and former Vancouver Film Commissioner with decades of experience bringing people together, solving complex problems, and delivering results. He has worked across business, government, and the non-profit sector, helping strengthen Vancouver's creative economy while improving how City Hall serves residents, businesses, and community partners.

Teoli is running for City Council to create a Vancouver where the arts thrive, businesses succeed, and City Hall delivers responsive, transparent service for everyone…

FOR CITY COUNCIL

Bhavna Solecki is an entrepreneur, clinical researcher, and community leader with decades of experience building businesses, developing innovative products, and creating opportunities across the globe. From implementing a high-potency root extraction process that resulted in Health Canada and the FDA approvals to implementing fair-trade practices in support of women in her home town, to acquiring a dozen patents, Bhavna has proven she gets big things done.

Solecki is running for City Council to bring modern community programs that allow aging-in-place and other best practices that improve the lives of all Vancouver residents.

FOR CITY COUNCIL

John Boychuk has a background in managing complex projects and operations. He brings a practical, accountable approach to city-building. He believes Vancouver can grow in a way that’s both sustainable and livable, while supporting local businesses that bring energy and character to our neighbourhoods.

Boychuk is running for City Council to strengthen connections — reduce isolation, improve access to services, and ensure Vancouver remains welcoming to diverse communities, including LGBTQ2S+ residents.

FOR PARK BOARD

Stephen Menon is a product development expert and non-profit leader who has spent two decades building innovative solutions for US and Canadian organizations.

Menon is running for Park Board with Vote Vancouver to bring strategic discipline to the board. He will focus on improving user experiences by streamlining services, enabling smart growth, and delivering practical results for Vancouver residents.

FOR PARK BOARD

Summit Ambeault-Wannamaker is a wildland firefighter who spends his summers in the forests of Western Canada. When he is not working to keep our communities safe, he works on his undergraduate degree at UBC in political science.

Ambeault-Wannamaker is running to enhance the experience of users at Vancouver’s parks and recreation sites as well as to advocate for non-partisan allocation of infrastructure resources.

FOR PARK BOARD

Amee has lived and worked across Canada, contributing her expertise to both large multinationals and tech startups. She has led complex public engagement initiatives and developed effective regulatory advocacy strategies.

With formal training in facilitation (IAP2) and project management, Amee is skilled at building consensus around politically sensitive issues and supporting executive-level decision-making. She also has a strong research background and excels at crafting compelling, evidence-based narratives.

FOR SCHOOL BOARD

Amarys Joseph is an entrepreneur, community organizer, and education professional who advocates for educators, children, and parents across Vancouver.

Joseph is running for School Board with Vote Vancouver to collaborate with the school district and daycares, with the goal of making the process simpler and more affordable.