Anne is an urban planner who is passionate about building an equitable city that serves all residents. Following an undergraduate in international development and economics, she went on to complete a masters in city design. After ten years of working and traveling abroad, Anne was thrilled to return to her hometown of Edmonton in 2012. She spent seven years at the City of Edmonton and is currently working with the Right at Home Housing Society to provide affordable housing solutions to meet the diverse needs of our community.
Anne understands how the system works.
Anne served in leading roles at the City of Edmonton from 2012-2019 and gained a deep understanding of the people and processes that shape our city. Anne also has eight years of experience as both Board President and staff member of the Right At Home Housing Society which has provided her with an in-depth understanding of how we can work together to tackle housing affordability.
Anne has the experience to make change happen.
Anne has been a leader in multiple organizations, from small grassroots initiatives to a multi-million dollar agency. She knows the importance of collaboration and informed decision making, and how to make hard choices in challenging situations. Anne’s 15 year career in city planning has also given her an understanding of the many systems that create a city, from sewers to social services, and how each of these elements contribute to creating successful communities.
Anne is invested in our community.
Anne is a proud Edmontonian with deep roots in O-day’min. She lives in Oliver with her partner and daughter, and her work takes her to neighbourhoods across the ward. She is an active volunteer and loves taking in the many great amenities that our ward has to offer. Anne is passionate about creating public conversation about the issues that matter most and has spoken at Edmonton NextGen’s PKN, the University of Alberta’s International Week, Nerd Nite, and contributed to local podcasts like Speaking Municipally.
Endorsements & References
In my years as Mayor I've watched Anne navigate a number of complex and controversial files. I have always been impressed by her ability to work constructively with communities and other stakeholders. She doesn't shy away from hard decisions and works diligently to find solutions. She understands that the best way to make change is through collaboration.
In addition to her ability to be an effective changemaker, Anne's leadership in affordable housing and her urban planning expertise are so relevant to representing Edmonton's core. She understands the challenges facing O-day'min and has the answers that will continue to move our city forward. I have no doubt she will make a great City Councillor.
- Mayor Don Iveson
Councillor Scott McKeen
Edmonton City Councillor, Ward 6
“I know Anne from her time as a City planner, leading the department through complex changes on how to build a more efficient and diverse Edmonton, with the aim of greater housing affordability and a lower tax burden in coming years. I also know Anne for her work managing the current and future affordable housing assets for Right At Home Housing, and the collaborative work they’ve done with NiGiNan Housing Ventures who have earned international attention for their successful outcomes with residents who'd been homeless for years, with complex mental health and addictions issues. Anne is thoughtful, gracious and soft spoken. But don't be fooled. She has a core of steel, which I witnessed time and again and she gracefully handled question after question from a tough crowd of community members and city councillors."
Shafraaz Kaba
Founder of ASK* for a Better World
“Anne would be a fantastic Councillor that can show leadership in creating a just, equitable, diverse and inclusive city. I know she will also push for movement towards a carbon neutral city in line with our national commitment to meet the climate goals outlined in the Paris Agreement.”
Carola Cunningham
CEO NiGiNan Housing Ventures
“I've seen firsthand how hard Anne works to address inequality in our community. She is able to advocate effectively by building strong relationships and listening in a way that creates understanding. I have no doubt Anne will be able to make significant strides in addressing homelessness and meaningfully advance reconciliation in Edmonton.”
Bob Summers
Associate Director of the School of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Alberta
“Anne is one of the most informed individuals I know when it comes to urban issues. She has a well balanced and pragmatic understanding of issues, and isn’t afraid to push forward innovative and bold solutions. I’ve seen her do this as a member of City Administration and have no doubt that she would make a great city councillor for our ward.”
Kalen Anderson
Former City of Edmonton Planning Director
“Anne has the knowledge, skills and inclusive approach required to push positive change forward in this dynamic ward. She'll bring a fresh perspective to Council and will be an asset to our community's leadership.”
Mariah Samji
City Builder
“Anne and I have worked together on and off over the past four years on numerous complex projects. In every situation, Anne has worked relentlessly to create and implement solutions that allow communities and businesses to succeed and grow. Anne has the ability to bring together different perspectives and find common ground to enable positive change. She is incredibly passionate about Edmonton and is a pleasure to work with. I have the utmost confidence that her knowledge, skills and experience will make her a strong leader for City Council.”
Peter West
Owner of Coffee Bureau
“I’ve known Anne in a professional capacity as a passionate advocate for thoughtful and inclusive urbanism. Anne is informed, articulate, and attuned to contemporary planning practices that would serve to the benefit of the people of Edmonton. Anne understands what it takes for small businesses to thrive and how to create vibrant main streets in our communities.”
Lisa Brown
Oliver resident and community advocate
“Anne has proven to be professional, compassionate, highly knowledgeable, evidence-based, and community-first. She will be an invaluable member of Council as the city tackles challenges in land use, transportation planning, affordable housing, social issues, and effective service delivery. She will work to create communities that enable high quality of life for everyone. I can’t imagine a better candidate to represent us.”