Competent.  Committed.  Conservative.

My name is Lorraine Brett and I am seeking the Conservative Party of Canada Member of Parliament Candidate nomination for the district of New Westminster Coquitlam Port Moody.

I am seeking this opportunity because I feel called to public service and believe my community experience, knowledge and leadership skills will equip me to ably represent you in Ottawa.

Competent

"I believe in Lorraine's leadership abilities and proudly endorse her nomination bid. She is very well respected and admired in the community and cares about the many needs across our district. "

Terry Hewitt, Barrister and Solicitor, Columbia Square Law Office, New Westminster

Committed

“Over the five years Lorraine and I worked together at Knexa Solutions Ltd., I was incredibly impressed by her enthusiasm, professionalism, and the way she delivered results. Lorraine’s job was bringing myself and other company officials to the attention of media, and she secured countless TV, radio, newspaper, magazine and online stories for us, both national and international. Lorraine is very competent and I’m sure she will bring a much needed skill set to Parliament. I can’t recommend her strongly enough.”

Dr. Nick Bontis, Ph.D., Associate Professor/ Director, Undergraduate Programs
DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University
Strategic Market Leadership and Health Services Management
www.nickbontis.com

Conservative

"I’m pleased that Lorraine Brett is seeking the nomination for our riding and strongly recommend that you come out and support her on July 25. She is a proud Conservative whom I have gotten to know during a number of local campaigns. Lorraine is a very sharp and sincere person who will serve us well in Ottawa. I look forward to seeing you all on the 25th!”

Earl Marshall, Retired, New Westminster

“Lorraine brings great passion and enthusiasm to all her endeavours. She used her considerable marketing talent to help me develop my brand in the marketplace, promote my books, and establish a strong web presence. She is a person of integrity and authenticity whom I believe will represent her community well in Ottawa.”

Allyson Jule, PhD
Associate Professor Of Education; Co-Director, Gender Studies Institute; Trinity Western University.

BC Senators Yonah Martin and Nancy Greene Raine pose for a picture with Lorraine Brett in the Senate Chamber. The two Senators are seat mates in the Chamber. During that day's Senate session Senator Martin gave her first speech and introduced Lorraine who was seated in Gallery, visible at the back of the room

The nomination meeting will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2009 in the Mike Butler room of the Dogwood Pavilion, located at 624 Poirier Street, Coquitlam. Members of the EDA in good standing as at 5PM PDT, July 2nd will be eligible to vote at the meeting. Members will be notified by phone, mail and email.

Do you need a ride to the meeting? No problem! Call me at 604-351-8497 or email me at lorraine@lorrainebrett.com

Issues that are key for me, include:

• Homelessness. Our region will increasingly feel the impact as population grows. Ottawa can help us and I want to go there to be part of the solution.

• Transportation. Our region a nexus for vehicular traffic flowing through Metro Vancouver. We need strong representation at the federal government level and I can do this for you.

• The Economy. I believe the key to regional livability and prosperity is greater long-term, high paying employment opportunities at the local level. I can bring this message to Ottawa.

My community involvement is extensive:

• Executive member, New Westminster Homelessness Coalition – 2005 to Present

• Director, Queen’s Park Healthcare Foundation 2007 to Present

• Appointment, Mayor’s Annual Budget Focus Group - 2009

• Appointment, New Westminster Olympic Torch Relay Committee - 2009

• Volunteer, Kateslem After School Program, Coquitlam -2009

• Member, New Westminster Spirit of BC Committee- 2007- Present

• Member, City of New Westminster Liveable City Task Force (purposed with the development of an economic policy document for Council) - 2007- 2008

• Member, City of New Westminster Special Services and Access Committee, two terms- 2006-2007

• Chair, Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion 20th Anniversary event for Burnaby and New Westminster - 2007

• Director, Queen’s Park Resident’s Association - 2008 to Present

• Director, Hyack Festival Association - 2006-2009

• Chair, Sponsorship, NWSS Hyack Football - 2005-2007

Sincerely,

Lorraine Brett