The Tri-City News sent questionnaires to each candidate in the 2022 civic election to learn more about who they are, why they are campaigning and what are the issues that matter most to them.
Candidates are being published to our website in alphabetical order.
Johann Contreras
- Age: 37
- Years as a Port Moody resident: More than seven years
- Occupation: Lawyer
- Most recent civic/volunteer work? Port Moody Ribfest; board of directors for Mothers and Mentors Canada; board of directors Coquitlam Heritage Society
- Website: whyiloveportmoody.ca
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook/Instagram: @contrerasforcouncil
Why are you running for public office?
"I will bring a fresh perspective and balanced approach to city council. My goal is to utilize the skills that I have developed — both while practising law over the last eight years and owning and operating my own law firm — to strengthen and support Port Moody’s city council. I am in favour of infrastructure that meets Port Moody’s needs and well-thought-out strategic development. I am also an enthusiastic supporter of the heritage and culture of Port Moody. As working parents to two young children, my wife and I understand the complex needs of young families in our community."
What is your No. 1 issue and why?
"Respectful governance on council. As a city council candidate, it is a personal goal of mine to ensure we have proper governance on council. A unified group that is focused on serving the residents of our community. We might not always agree, but we need to respectfully work together, engage and review information from subject matter experts, and listen to city staff and residents to ensure our focus remains on achieving what’s most important to the city. This goal is achievable; however we need everyone in Port Moody to get out and vote this Oct. 15."
