Not running for office

You hear the rumour once or twice, you can shrug it off. But now that I’ve heard it more than a half dozen times – even from people who are close to me – I think it is wise to go on the record. I am not planning, nor am I intending to put my name forward for any political candidacy anywhere.

My focus since the 2011 Vancouver civic election has been on my career and the welfare of my family. I have recently joined the board of PAL Vancouver, and continue to do public affairs work with clients. Not only do I not have any interest in running, I have no time.

A person would be foolish to say that they will never seek public office if the right conditions exist, but looking into the future I am more excited about other opportunities than committing to public life. That said, I will continue to keenly observe local politics, and throw my support behind great candidates as time permits.