Laura Wierenga runs for Langley City school trustee

Laura Wierenga, an independent candidate for school trustee in Langley City, is campaigning on her background in strategic planning and project management. Wierenga previously worked with the City of Vancouver’s strategic planning team, where she contributed to the development of the Empty Homes Tax and served in the emergency operations centre during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic.

Wierenga aims to address school capacity challenges in Langley City, noting that limited available land requires creative solutions to accommodate future growth, particularly with the upcoming SkyTrain expansion. She has emphasized the importance of local representation, stating that trustees should live within the community to understand firsthand the needs of students and staff. If elected, she intends to engage directly with families and school staff to ensure resources are allocated effectively.