Malcolm Cooke
Candidate for Councillor
Who they are
Malcolm Cooke has lived in Nanaimo for four years. He studied journalism at the University of Regina and was selected for The Democracy Fund Student Journalism Fellowship in 2022.[REAL Nanaimo] (opens in a new tab)
- REAL Nanaimo
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- realnanaimo.ca/malcolm-cooke (opens in a new tab)
What they say they want to do
Public safety
“Public Safety & Community Well-Being —Supporting practical, compassionate measures that strengthen neighbourhood safety, restore public confidence, and protect vulnerable residents.”
REAL Nanaimo: Malcolm Cooke — Candidate for Nanaimo City Council (opens in a new tab)
Economy and business
“Supporting Small Businesses —Championing local entrepreneurs and fostering a business environment where small businesses can grow, create jobs, and remain the backbone of Nanaimo’s economy.”
REAL Nanaimo: Malcolm Cooke — Candidate for Nanaimo City Council (opens in a new tab)
Accountable government
“Malcolm is running for city council in Nanaimo because he believes his generation deserves a stronger voice at the municipal table and a renewed sense of optimism about the city’s future. Motivated by his age cohort, he is seeking meaningful representation for young people by working to reinstate the Nanaimo Youth Council, ensuring emerging leaders have a direct channel into local decision-making.”
REAL Nanaimo: Malcolm Cooke — Candidate for Nanaimo City Council (opens in a new tab)“Malcolm is committed to responsible decision-making grounded in ethical leadership and clear accountability to the residents of Nanaimo. That includes beginning council meetings with an open public question period to ensure transparency is not an afterthought, but a foundation.”
REAL Nanaimo: Malcolm Cooke — Candidate for Nanaimo City Council (opens in a new tab)
Community services
“Supporting Local Families —Advancing values-driven decisions that make it easier for families to live, work, and thrive in a safe and supportive community.”
REAL Nanaimo: Malcolm Cooke — Candidate for Nanaimo City Council (opens in a new tab)
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