Endorsements

"Peter Rose Gibbs’ and Susan Kim’s proven leadership in concrete, collective changemaking is exactly what Victoria needs right now. As a firm believer and practitioner of people-powered politics and grassroots organizing, I can attest to how far they will take our larger movements once elected. Peter and Susan would empower us instead of co-opting or minimizing. If you want to live in a Victoria with affordable housing, high quality public services, meaningful reconciliation, and serious climate action, you should vote for Peter and Susan."

"Having worked both inside and outside government, I know how valuable it is to have people who understand how government works and know how to push for better. I’ve seen firsthand how Peter works. They ask good questions, listen carefully, and keep pushing for practical change. That would be an asset to Victoria."

"Peter Rose Gibbs is an important voice for gender-diverse people and others who are too often left out of decision-making. Peter’s decades of leadership and community organizing have given them the experience and compassion needed on City Council. I’m proud to endorse Peter, a principled candidate who consistently shows up for others and turns values into action."

"Peter recruited me to join the fossil fuel divestment campaign at UVic when they were a student. Thanks to their excellent leadership, we won the campaign. Based on this experience, I hired Peter to teach community organizing to my students, and we still use their writings in my classes. Peter is an extraordinary organizer and we’d be so lucky to have them represent us on city council. I can’t imagine a better leader to vote for."

"Peter leads with wisdom and authenticity, grounded in a deep commitment to people power, ecological care, and economic justice. As an experienced community organizer, they are ready to bring a different approach to city hall: one that welcomes participation and fights for the bold policy these times call for. Join me in voting for Peter on October 17 to build a fair and dignified Victoria for all."

"As a working musician who has lived in Victoria for 15 years, I’ve seen firsthand how difficult it’s become for the average person to thrive here. Artists need the same housing and health services that everyone else does, and the rising cost of living is stifling working class voices during a time when they are especially needed. Susan and Peter’s unwavering commitment to public housing, mental health services, and publicly-owned third spaces will help protect and develop our distinct artistic culture and build a city that works for everyone."

"Victoria’s natural beauty deserves experienced leaders who are committed to preserving and protecting it. With a proven record on environmental advocacy, Peter Rose Gibbs and Susan Kim are those leaders. I trust them to bring a thoughtful perspective and make the decisions needed to build a just and sustainable future for all."

"Victoria needs bold, capable, and compassionate leaders to face the many big challenges in our community from affordability, climate change, to the toxic drug crisis, and more. Peter and Susan are exactly the kinds of leaders we need to build a brighter future."

"Our municipal leaders need to be fighters and there are few better fighter for community, climate justice, and social care than Peter Rose Gibbs and Susan Kim. As a longtime climate activist, I have long admired these two for their dedication and heart. Strategic, intelligent, and kind, I trust in their ability to lead this city in a direction that is good for both community and climate."

"I’ve known Peter Rose Gibbs for 12 years and have worked alongside them on numerous advocacy campaigns. In both my personal and professional experience with them I have seen how deeply they live their values with passion, consent and care. At a time when so many young people feel disillusioned with politics, I’m proud to point them toward a candidate who won’t be swayed by money, power, or pressure to fall in line. Peter will fight boldly and proudly for the values of the VictoriaforAll platform."