It is a privilege to live and work in the unceded territories of the K’ómoks First Nation
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Will Cole-Hamilton grew up in Ontario but visited BC when he was 12, and knew that this is where he would spend his life. He attended Queen’s University and Dalhousie Law School before moving west to BC. Will and his family live in Courtenay, on the unceded territories of the K’ómoks First Nation. First elected in 2018, Will is in his second term as a Councillor for the City of Courtenay.
Since being elected Will has consistently sought out opportunities to work together with other elected officials at the regional, provincial and national levels. These policy-driven leadership roles include:
As a natural collaborator and advocate with a background in law, Will would bring a valuable skill-set to the FCM board. “Whether it’s meeting complex challenges or creating new opportunities, I believe that we are stronger, smarter, and more inclusive when we work together.”
Outside of his local government roles, Will works as a legal researcher at a family law firm in downtown Courtenay. He has a long history of contributing to his community: soccer coach; “chess club guy” at Puntledge Elementary School; Director of the Downtown Business Improvement Association; and Director of the Comox Valley International Film Festival.
Whenever he can, Will enjoys getting outside to enjoy the bounty of outdoor experiences that Vancouver Island has to offer, particularly skiing, cycling and hiking.
Contact:
wcole-hamilton@courtenay.ca
778 992 0102