MLA Spencer Herbert - Vancouver Burrard

Today we are praying for Spencer Herbert, member for Vancouver Burrard.

Today we lift up Spencer Herbert in prayer, a man who is a strong community activist and who has involved himself in many issues to bring about improvement and positive change. Spencer is a man with a NOW and FUTURE vision that has and will ‘stand on guard’ for the welfare of the province as he actively participates and leads in keeping British Columbia the beautiful province it is meant to be. We pray that Spencer continues to hold the welfare of BC as a whole at the forefront of his and the government’s focus and intent. British Columbia is a province of incredible resource and wealth but it needs to be managed with wisdom and with deep concern for future generations – we pray that a man like Spencer would continue to bring creative answers and a fearlessness to tackle ‘problems’ that need addressing. Thank you Lord for men and women like Spencer who makes personal sacrifice for the betterment of not only our land but also for its peoples.

Spencer is the Opposition Critic for Arts and Culture.

A strong community activist, Spencer tackles issues head on. He was elected to serve as Vancouver Parks Commissioner in 2005. He was voted “Unsung Hero” by the readers of the WestEnder and one of Vancouver’s three best politicians by the readers of Georgia Straight.

Spencer's achievements include initiating the first of many fundraising drives to restore storm-damaged Stanley Park and helping improve environmental sustainability at parks throughout the city. He was instrumental in the improvements to Nelson Park in the West End, and Emery Barnes Park in Yaletown.

Spencer’s background is in the arts and culture industry. He was the associate producer of the United Nations World Urban Festival and has been a facilitator and lecturer with Better Environmentally Sound Transportation, the GLBT Centre and the B.C. Civil Liberties Association.

He's also worked actively with the Coal Harbour Residents Association, the West End Residents Association, the Stanley Park Ecology Society, the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre and the Save St. Paul's Coalition.

Born and raised in Vancouver, Spencer enjoys baseball and is a keen community gardener.

Spencer lives in the West End with partner Romi, a community developer.