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.
Steve Darling (incumbent)
- Age: 51
- Years as a Port Coquitlam resident: 15
- Occupation: News anchor
- Most recent civic/volunteer work? Host Imagine Awards for SHARE Family and Community Services, host BC Children’s Hospital fundraiser, host Michael Cuccione cancer fundraiser.
- Email: [email protected]
- Twitter/Facebook: @stevedarling
- Instagram: stevedarling1
Why are you running?
"In a world filled with extraordinary experiences, and, as a broadcaster, being a city councillor in Port Coquitlam has been some of the most rewarding work I have ever done. I am looking forward to building on the important work I helped start, such as revitalizing downtown, the Gates Park re-design, traffic calming and safety, over 500 units of affordable housing, implementing our climate action plan all while keeping taxes at one of the lowest rates in Metro Vancouver."
What’s your No. 1 issue and why?
"I feel I have done a good job at helping to provide much needed amenities on the south side including downtown, the Port Coquitlam Community Centre and Gates Park. If I am granted a second term, I want to put a greater focus on the north side with improvements at Prairie and Coast Meridian and provide for more picnic shelters and amenities for families. I am also looking to get moving on upgrades to the Hyde Creek Recreation Centre."
