Councillor Linda Watt

A Practical, Independent Voice

I am seeking re-election to West Vancouver Council after four years of service, bringing an independent voice and a strong commitment to accountability.

Throughout my term, I have scrutinized proposals, challenged assumptions, asked difficult questions and demanded answers, while keeping residents’ interests at the centre of Council decisions. I value diverse perspectives around the Council table and believe respectful debate leads to better decisions.

Fiscal responsibility has been a particular priority. I have served as Council Liaison to the Finance and Revenue Committee since its inception, and have been an unwavering advocate for independent financial scrutiny and meaningful public oversight.

I will continue to advocate for accountability on major local and regional capital projects. I brought forward the motion calling for a Municipal Inspector’s inquiry into the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant because major public expenditures demand rigorous scrutiny and accountability—and because we must learn from past projects before undertaking the next one.

I have also been vocal in challenging one-size-fits-all approaches to housing. West Vancouver’s geography presents real constraints, and growth must be considered alongside infrastructure capacity, environmental protection and emergency preparedness. With limited evacuation routes and increasing regional pressure, these are not theoretical concerns. I will continue to advocate for thoughtful, locally appropriate planning that protects our community while preparing responsibly for the future.

A scenic waterfront park with colorful flowers in the foreground, trees, a dock with sailboats, and mountains with clouds in the background.

West Vancouver is a Special Place

Our mountains, forests, creeks and shoreline shape more than our landscape. They shape how we live, how we plan, and the responsibility we share to care for this extraordinary community.

We are all just passing through. Whether we call West Vancouver home for ten years or one hundred, we are temporary stewards of a place unlike any other. We need to look beyond immediate issues or the next election, and ask what our decisions will mean for the community years from now.

I feel a tremendous responsibility to protect the character, environment, and quality of life that drew generations of families to West Vancouver, while recognizing that communities must evolve and prepare for the future.

The choices we make today will shape the West Vancouver our children and grandchildren inherit. They will determine not only what gets built, but how we manage our finances, protect our environment, invest in infrastructure, prepare for emergencies and respond thoughtfully to change.

This sense of responsibility guided my initial decision to run for Council in 2022. It continues to drive me to ask difficult questions, and why accountability is so important to me. I will continue to advocate for decisions that put the long-term interests of West Vancouver ahead of short-term pressures.

I am asking for the opportunity to continue serving our community—and to help ensure that the West Vancouver we pass on is every bit as special as the one entrusted to us.

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Board and Committee Appointments

Current Appointments

  • Metro Vancouver - Invest Vancouver Management Board Member

  • Metro Vancouver - Air Quality Advisory Committee

  • Finance and Revenue Advisory Committee

  • Public Art Advisory Committee

  • North Shore Substance Use Tri-City Committee

  • North Shore Table Matters

  • Howe Sound Community Forum

Prior Appointments

  • Gertrude Lawson Art Museum Committee

  • Enhance West Vancouver Board

  • Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

  • Community Grants Committee

Representing Communities Across West Vancouver

Three smiling people inside a helicopter, with one person wearing a red safety vest and a headset, and another wearing a black cap with yellow writing, all posing for a photo.
A group of people gathered outdoors holding shovels, surrounding a small pile of dirt, with a white van in the background, some trees, and a cloudy sky.
Group of people at an outdoor ribbon-cutting ceremony, standing on a blue surface, with trees and parked cars in the background.
Group of people, including a woman with a red scarf and hat, reading from a paper at an outdoor event near a Fruit National Historic site, with others socializing nearby.
Group of women standing behind a table with food and decorations at an event celebrating Nowruz and New Year
A traditional Chinese lion dance performance with performers in yellow and gold costumes amid an audience of children and adults capturing photos and videos at an indoor event.
People walking along a pathway by the beach in Dundarave, with a stone planter and a view of the ocean and distant hills under a clear blue sky.
A city sidewalk with a kayak parked on the curb, people walking and standing, some wearing cycling gear and helmets, parked cars, buildings, and trees in the background.
A group of ten people standing on a tennis court at the West Vancouver Tennis Club, posing for a photo around a framed black-and-white portrait of a young boy. Some are wearing sunglasses and hats, dressed in casual sports attire, with the background showing trees and a modern building.
A group of five smiling people taking a selfie inside a wooden-paneled room with bright windows. The top center of the wall has instructions and diagrams for safety procedures.
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by mountains and cloudy sky.
People gather outdoors near water, sitting on benches and standing, some with umbrellas, at a sunny event on a grassy area with tents and tall buildings in the background.
Group of uniformed personnel and officials standing outdoors on a cloudy day, with buildings and a parade float in the background.
A garden pathway surrounded by lush greenery, lavender bushes, and trees, with tents or canopies in the background under a clear blue sky.
A lively downtown street scene on a bright, sunny day with storefronts, outdoor seating with red umbrellas, pedestrians walking, hanging flower baskets, trees, and blue sky.

“The aim of a city is not to increase its size, but to increase its quality.”

— Lewis Mumford

How To Support My Campaign

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If you would like to volunteer for my campaign or hold a coffee party, please email me at lindawattcampaign@gmail.com

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