Kiel Giddens

Kiel Giddens is a dad to two young boys, Thomas and Charlie. He and his wife Elyse have chosen to make Prince George their home to work, raise their children, and provide every opportunity they possibly can for their kids’ futures.

Career and Community Involvement
Kiel has spent over a decade building Northern opportunities as part of the largest private sector investment in Canadian history in bringing a brand-new LNG industry to British Columbia and Canada. He has spent time in communities across the North building partnerships, engaging stakeholders, and connecting economic opportunities for job-seekers and businesses.

As a Past-President of the Prince George Chamber of Commerce, he has been an advocate for small businesses and jobs in Prince George and the region. Kiel currently serves on the Board of Directors for Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation. He has also served as a representative on the Premier’s LNG Labour Working Group, the College of New Caledonia President’s Industry Council, and the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Strategic Workforce Opportunities Team.

Aside from his time in the private sector, Kiel has held senior roles in previous governments. As Chief of Staff to the Minister of Environment, he supported the former government’s mandate to reduce red tape in environmental assessments, and to enhance environmental stewardship. Immediately prior to the 2013 election, Kiel was Chief of Staff to the Minister of Transportation & Infrastructure and negotiated with federal government representatives to fast-track spending on projects like the Cariboo Connector and South Taylor Hill in the Peace. He also held roles in the Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations, and the Ministry of Labour, and has experience in topics such as wildlife management policy, forest policy, climate policy, WorkSafe BC policy, and construction labour relations policy.

Vision
Kiel is a strong voice for Northern British Columbia, and wants Prince George, Mackenzie, and the Northern region to grow and prosper. As a Father, he is driven to find ways to make life more affordable for families. He believes in respect for taxpayers, enhancing community safety, tackling pressing healthcare issues, strengthening mental health and addiction support systems, championing our resource sectors, and building job opportunities for people to get ahead.

As an Educator and School Trustee, Lynne is excited for the opportunity to be part of a fresh new way of governance in British Columbia. She has listened to the concerns of North Shore citizens, and with her extensive experience in community engagement and advocacy, she is committed to addressing those concerns in Victoria. Those who know Lynne understand her diligent and action-oriented approach to help build a safe, caring, prosperous North Shore which all citizens can enjoy. This is why Lynne is running for MLA in West Vancouver-Capilano with the Conservative Party of British Columbia.

Professional Career

Lynne’s diverse career in education, spans teaching, training and facilitating professional development, at the Elementary, Secondary and Post-Secondary levels. She developed new and innovative programs and founded and facilitated Youth Engaged in Social Responsibility Forums. With a BA and a Master of Education Administration from UBC, Lynne was also a co-founder of a business and education consulting company, which focused on research-based learning, corporate social responsibility, and collaborative leadership. Lynne is now serving her second term as an elected School Trustee in the West Vancouver School District where her focus is on improving student outcomes and ensuring fiscal responsibility.

Community Involvement 

Lynne has always believed in service to her community. In the past, she was a board member of the North Shore Youth Justice and Family Court Committee and the British Columbia United Nations Representative for Women Educators International. Over the years, Lynne has been involved with the Canadian Cancer Society, British Columbia Paraplegic Society, West Vancouver Awards Committee, West Vancouver Community Engagement Committee, Dixon House, WV Library, Harambee Canada, North Shore Toastmasters, Violence Against Women In Relationships, Emergency Preparedness Program, Block Watch, Streamkeepers, Feed the Need, and Sharing Abundance.

More recently, Lynne is involved with the West Vancouver Place For Sport, the Coho Society and the Dundarave Festival of Lights which supports the Lookout Society.

Recognition and Awards
Lynne is a recipient of the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence as well as the Coinspiracy and KindActs Awards.