Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
- Born and raised on the East Coast of Vancouver Island: Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Nanoose.
- Educated at what is now Vancouver Island University in politics, economics and history (BA in Global Studies w/ Distinction).
- Honoured to serve the people of the Huu-ay-aht First Nations with a focus on Economic Development and to represent the HFN as a Director for the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District.
- Patriotic Canadian, loyal Monarchist and proud Liberal (of the Rt. Hon. Paul Martin school of thought).
- Football (Soccer) Fan: Whitecaps FC, Liverpool FC.