Pasquale Zampieri
Independent for Port Coquitlam Mayor
My goal is to make Port Coquitlam more affordable, safer and better maintained, while protecting taxpayers and putting families first.
Businesses & Jobs
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
I will support responsible AI and data-centre development that creates local jobs and investment while protecting our power, water, environment and taxpayers.
Business Permitting
I will work to make business permitting faster, simpler and more transparent, helping local businesses open and grow while maintaining proper safety standards.
Economic Growth
I will grow Port Coquitlam’s economy by attracting new businesses, supporting local businesses, creating jobs, and encouraging responsible investment.
Tourism
I will promote Port Coquitlam as a destination, supporting local businesses, events, parks and attractions to bring more visitors and economic activity to our community.
Climate Change, Heat, Fires, & the Environment
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
I will support responsible AI and data-centre development that creates local jobs and investment while protecting our power, water, environment and taxpayers.
Energy-Efficient Buildings
I will support energy-efficient buildings that lower long-term costs, reduce energy use, and create healthier, more sustainable homes and businesses.
Flooding
I will strengthen flood protection, improve drainage infrastructure, and plan ahead to protect Port Coquitlam homes, businesses and families.
Green Space
I will protect and enhance Port Coquitlam’s parks, trails and green spaces while creating more opportunities for families to enjoy them.
Private Vehicles & Parking
I will improve traffic flow, protect access for drivers, and ensure adequate, convenient parking for residents, families and local businesses.
Urban Heat
I will reduce urban heat by planting more trees, protecting green spaces, and creating more shade in neighbourhoods and public areas.
Walking & Cycling
I will improve sidewalks, crosswalks and cycling routes to make walking and cycling safer, more convenient and accessible for everyone.
Zoning
I will support responsible zoning that allows appropriate housing and business growth while protecting neighbourhood character, livability and infrastructure.
Culture & Events
Festivals & Events
I will expand festivals and community events that bring families together, attract visitors, support local businesses, and make Port Coquitlam a vibrant place to live.
Public Art
I will support public art that celebrates Port Coquitlam’s history, culture and community while creating attractive public spaces.
Tourism
I will promote Port Coquitlam as a destination, supporting local businesses, events, parks and attractions to bring more visitors and economic activity to our community.
Housing & Homelessness
Affordability
I will make housing more affordable by supporting a range of housing options, encouraging responsible development, and reducing unnecessary costs and delays in the approval process.
Building Maintenance & Occupant Health
I will promote safe, well-maintained buildings by strengthening maintenance standards, addressing unsafe conditions, and protecting the health and well-being of residents.
Homelessness
I will work with BC and local agencies to expand supportive housing, connect people with services, and address homelessness while keeping our neighbourhoods safe and clean.
Housing Accessibility
I will support accessible, affordable housing for seniors, people with disabilities, families and individuals, so everyone can find a safe place to call home.
Indigenous-Led Housing
I will support Indigenous-led housing through respectful partnerships and faster, fair municipal approvals.
Property Taxes
I will keep property tax increases responsible, control unnecessary spending, and ensure taxpayers receive value for every dollar.
Public & Assistive Housing
I will support more public and assisted housing for families, seniors and those who need a safe, affordable home.
Rent & Rental Stock
I will protect rental supply, encourage more purpose-built rentals, and support policies that keep rents affordable for working families.
Zoning
I will support responsible zoning that allows appropriate housing and business growth while protecting neighbourhood character, livability and infrastructure.
Human Rights
Human Rights Abroad
I will support peaceful, respectful community dialogue on human rights issues abroad while keeping Port Coquitlam focused on local priorities.
Physical Accessibility
I will make Port Coquitlam more accessible by improving sidewalks, crossings, public buildings and facilities for people of all abilities.
Recent Immigrants
I will welcome newcomers by connecting recent immigrants with local services, community resources and opportunities to participate in Port Coquitlam.
Sex Work
I will support a safety-first approach that protects people from exploitation, supports those seeking help, and works with police and community agencies to address related concerns.
Trans Rights & Access to Public Services
I will ensure all residents, including transgender people, can access municipal services safely, respectfully and without discrimination.
Local Government, Planning, & Democracy
Artificial Intelligence & Data Centres
I will support responsible AI and data-centre development that creates local jobs and investment while protecting our power, water, environment and taxpayers.
Budgeting
I will protect taxpayers by keeping spending responsible, increasing transparency, and ensuring every tax dollar delivers value for Port Coquitlam residents.
Good Governance
I will lead with honesty, transparency and accountability, listen to residents, and make decisions in the best interests of Port Coquitlam.
Long-Term Plan
I will create a long-term plan for Port Coquitlam focused on affordability, infrastructure, traffic, responsible growth and a strong future for our families.
Public Engagement
I will make City Hall more accessible, listen to residents, and give the community a stronger voice in decisions that affect Port Coquitlam.
Youth Engagement
I will give young people a stronger voice in Port Coquitlam by creating more opportunities to participate, lead, and help shape our community’s future.
Mental Health, Drugs, & Addiction
Mental Health Crisis Response
I will support faster, compassionate crisis response by working with health professionals, first responders and community partners to connect people with the right care.
Overdoses & the Contaminated Drug Supply
I will work with health and community partners to prevent overdoses, expand treatment and recovery services, and address the harms caused by contaminated drug supplies.
Treatment for Addiction
I will support more accessible addiction treatment, recovery programs and pathways to long-term stability for those seeking help.
Public Safety & Policing
Non-Police-Based Public Safety
I will support community-based safety teams that help address mental-health crises, homelessness and non-violent concerns while allowing police to focus on crime.
Police Funding
I will ensure police have the resources needed to respond effectively to crime while demanding accountability, efficiency and value for taxpayers.
Police Wrongdoing & Accountability
I will support strong police oversight, transparent complaint processes and accountability when misconduct occurs, while respecting due process.
Upstream Causes of Crime
I will address the root causes of crime by supporting youth programs, mental-health services, addiction treatment, housing and community support.
Public Spaces & Services
Fitness & Sports Facilities
I will invest in accessible fitness and sports facilities that give children, families and seniors more opportunities to stay active and healthy.
Green Space
I will protect and enhance Port Coquitlam’s parks, trails and green spaces while creating more opportunities for families to enjoy them.
Health Infrastructure
I will work with the province and health partners to improve local health services, facilities and access to care for Port Coquitlam residents.
Public Washrooms
I will expand clean, safe and accessible public washrooms in parks, recreation areas and busy community spaces.
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
I will improve sidewalks and bike paths, focusing on safety, accessibility and better connections between Port Coquitlam neighbourhoods\.
Zoning
I will support responsible zoning that allows appropriate housing and business growth while protecting neighbourhood character, livability and infrastructure.
Reconciliation & Indigenous Nations
Indigenous Languages
I will support the visibility and preservation of Indigenous languages through community partnerships, education and public spaces.
Indigenous-Led Housing
I will support Indigenous-led housing through respectful partnerships and faster, fair municipal approvals.
Land Title & Governance
I will support respectful cooperation on land-title and governance matters, working with Indigenous communities, senior governments and residents toward clear, fair solutions.
Place Names & Commemorations
I will honour Port Coquitlam’s history by recognizing Indigenous place names and supporting meaningful community commemorations.
Residential Schools
I will support education and remembrance of the residential school history and work with Indigenous communities on meaningful reconciliation.
Transit & Getting Around
Private Vehicles & Parking
I will improve traffic flow, protect access for drivers, and ensure adequate, convenient parking for residents, families and local businesses.
Sidewalks & Bike Paths
I will improve sidewalks and bike paths, focusing on safety, accessibility and better connections between Port Coquitlam neighbourhoods\.
Transit Projects
I will improve transit connections and prioritize infrastructure projects that reduce congestion, improve mobility and meet Port Coquitlam’s growing needs.
Walking & Cycling
I will improve sidewalks, crosswalks and cycling routes to make walking and cycling safer, more convenient and accessible for everyone.
Biography
submitted by the candidate or their team
I’m a working-class businessman, husband and father of three. I’ve built my career through banking, public service and business. I’m running for Mayor to put families first, improve affordability and safety, and ensure taxpayers’ money is spent responsibly.
Reason for running
submitted by the candidate or their team
I’m running to put families first, improve affordability and safety, and ensure taxpayers’ money is spent responsibly.