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Endorsements

“I'm voting for Susan Yates because she knows the issues and I trust her judgement. My kids asked me to add:
"and because she's a great volunteer reader at school."
There's a lot of reading involved in being a Trustee so being a "great reader" is a good quality to have too!"

Melanie Mamoser
Past Trustee (2014-2018),
Gabriola Streamkeeper, and
mother of two young Gabriolans

“Over my decade on Gabriola, I've watched Susan Yates pour her heart and soul into the life of this community. With the wisdom of her broad experience, Susan will help us navigate competing interests and pull together."

Lynne Quarmby 

Gabriola resident, scientist, and long-time environmental/social activist​

“We need Susan Yates as a Trustee for Gabriola at this pivotal time because she has decades of understanding the mandate and work of the Islands Trust.  The climate crisis and current rate of development demand more dedication than ever to protect the Trust Area’s sensitive ecosystems. Her commitment to social justice includes addressing urgent issues like housing inequity and the over-arching responsibilities of Reconciliation."

Ken Gurr 

Environmental Coordinator

“Susan is the hardest-working advocate for sustainable living I know, anywhere! Her integrity and long-standing commitment to the islands in the Trust Area epitomizes service to community and planet. I am proud to endorse Susan as a Gabriola Trustee for the Islands Trust.”
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Arlene (AJ) Carson
Health researcher, musician, social and environmental activist
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“Susan Yates has worked tirelessly for decades to make Gabriola a better place for Gabriolans. Furthermore, I believe that there isn’t anybody, anywhere, who is more familiar with the islands of the Trust Area—their people, their social issues and their environmental stresses. Susan would be a great Trustee for Gabriola.”
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Steve Earle
Gabriola resident, and
positive change-maker
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“I know Susan to be dedicated to Gabriola and the welfare of its residents.  She is committed to the mission of the Islands Trust and is extraordinarily well informed about Trust issues.  If elected, I have no doubt she will provide exemplary representation and leadership."

Glenn Harris
18 year resident on Gabriola

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