Business sense / Social conscience. As a successful health administrator, Zoë Royer brings strong business skills and sincere concern for people and their issues. “In my profession, I’ve always worked with people who care for people.” She said. “I also know what it takes to make payroll and run a successful business.”
Engaging youth. Zoë hosted exchange students from Japan, Korea and Taiwan, for 1 to 3 years at a time. This was her way to bring cultural diversity into her home and enrich the lives of her own children in a home free of any prejudice. She wants to find new ways to engage youth in civic affairs because they deserve the same opportunities as previous generations. Consensus builder. As a longtime Council observer, Zoë Royer believes that collaboration achieves more than competition. “As a Councillor, it’s important to listen carefully to taxpayers and work with your Council colleagues to create a common vision.”
Experienced campaigner. Zoë Royer polished her political and campaigning experience when she garnered more than 10,000 votes in the 2008 federal election and placed second in a race won by Minister James Moore.
Social justice. Before moving to Port Moody, Zoë experienced the hardships of being a single mother struggling to make ends meet. She knows what today’s families and persons on fixed income are going through. “What keeps people going during hard times is access to affordable services such as recreation and a library.” Royer said.
Volunteerism. A dedicated volunteer, Zoë Royer believes that cities need to nurture civic engagement and volunteerism. She served homeless persons on night shifts at Tri-Cities shelters and hosted fund raising events for the Port Moody Arts Centre and Crossroads Hospice. As former Director of the Golden Spike Days Society, she ran a highly successful fundraising campaign.
Cares for the environment. The sustainable home that Zoë and her husband designed and built in Port Moody was featured in the Vancouver Sun, magazines and conferences, for its green technology. Passionate for the environment, Zoë hosted Earth Day events to build awareness of climate change and environmental protection.
Zoë lives in Port Moody with her husband and two daughters.
