With a little more than two weeks until voters go to the polls to choose who will represent Powell River as city councillors, the Peak asked all 13 candidates the following question: Why should Powell River vote for you?
Here is the response from Sharon Wright:
I have lived in this beautiful city with my husband and family for over 30 years and believe we have a vibrant future ahead of us.
Volunteering with a variety of community groups has been and continues to be a great satisfaction for me. From PAC while my children were in school to dry grad support; from hosting International Choral Kathaumixw choirs to cooking for various soup kitchens; from Special Olympics bowling to Faith and Light group events; from housing children and youth in need of a home to connecting with the residents of Willingdon Creek in monthly church services; from owning an electrical business with my husband to hosting international students; from serving at an orphanage in Malawi to being part of Pro-Life; from driving for Meals-on-Wheels to coordinating meals for hundreds at a time, I have and continue to invest time and care in various ages, stages and abilities of people in our wonderful community.
I would count it a privilege to represent the diverse interests of Powell River residents with respect and diligence. Our resources of nature, people, and present and future businesses are important to steward with appreciation and acceptance of the differences represented between neighbours.
It would be my hope to listen and serve the community with honour and dignity.
