Coquitlam General Local Election: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Community experience. Responsible leadership.

Geneviève for Coquitlam

A collaborative community leader focused on practical solutions, strong neighbourhoods, responsible growth and a city where families, seniors and local businesses can thrive.

Candidate for Coquitlam City Council in the October 17, 2026 general local election.

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Leadership grounded in communityListening first. Working together. Delivering results.
Responsible Leadership
Stronger Neighbourhoods
Practical Collaboration
A City for Every Generation
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Meet Geneviève

A community builder who knows how to bring people together.

Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre has spent years working alongside residents, volunteers, nonprofit organizations, community groups and local leaders across the Tri-Cities. Her approach is direct: listen carefully, understand the practical impact of decisions and build partnerships that produce measurable results.

As a Coquitlam resident and mother, she understands the pressures facing local families. She is running to help shape responsible growth, protect the qualities residents value and ensure City Hall remains accessible, accountable and connected to the people it serves.

Community LeadershipYears of nonprofit, media and neighbourhood involvement.
Local PerspectiveFocused on the realities facing Coquitlam residents.
Collaborative ApproachWorks across organizations and viewpoints.
Results FocusedTurns community needs into practical action.

Priorities for Coquitlam

Responsible decisions for a growing city.

Coquitlam needs disciplined planning that balances growth, affordability, public safety, mobility, recreation, green space and long-term financial responsibility.

01

Housing and Responsible Growth

Support a wider range of housing choices while ensuring growth is matched by infrastructure, schools, transportation, parks and community services.

02

Safe, Connected Neighbourhoods

Improve road safety, pedestrian connections, traffic planning and neighbourhood-level communication so residents feel heard and secure.

03

Responsible City Finances

Demand clear priorities, transparent spending and careful evaluation of major projects to protect taxpayers and essential services.

04

Parks, Recreation and Green Space

Protect access to nature and expand recreation opportunities that support children, families, seniors and an active community.

05

A City That Ages Well

Plan for accessible public spaces, transportation, housing and social connection so residents can remain active and supported as they age.

06

Local Business and Community Life

Reduce unnecessary barriers, strengthen local commercial areas and support the organizations and volunteers that make Coquitlam vibrant.

Community Record

Experience built through service.

Geneviève’s leadership experience includes community organizations, local media, neighbourhood advocacy, cultural initiatives and projects that connect residents with services and one another.

Community and nonprofit leadership

  • Executive and board-level experience with community organizations.
  • Program development, partnership building and public engagement.
  • Experience managing budgets, teams, events and community priorities.

Connecting people and ideas

  • Created and supported initiatives that amplify local voices.
  • Worked with residents from different backgrounds and generations.
  • Built partnerships among volunteers, organizations and public leaders.
“Good local government starts by listening, working together and staying accountable for the results.”
Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre

Campaign Updates

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Listening across Coquitlam

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Protecting what makes our city special

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Building the campaign together

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