George Casimir Bio

George is in his fourth term as a TIB Councillor, he was first elected in 1997 and re-elected in 2009.

Portfolio:
Portfolio 2009-2012: Business Development

Education: 
Business Development courses, Community Futures and Thompson Rivers University
Landscape Design, Metro College, Surrey, BC
Currently completing Social Work Degree, Thompson Rivers University
Numerous certificates including first aid and heavy duty equipment operator ticket

History: 
Actively employed, enrolled in Post Secondary or training related to employment since completing high school.
Spent nine years on TIB Council, 1997-2006.
K-12 Supervisor, TIB Education Department, for the last two and a half years.
Currently, President of All Nations Trust Company, second term.
Director for ten years, All Nations Trust Company Board of Directors.
 

Family:  I am the youngest of eight siblings. Both parents are deceased (mother was Patricia Casimir, father was George Parker). I have three wonderful children: sons Jaimin and Evan, and daughter Essa.

Why he ran for council: I ran for council to continue working for our community and to work together with everyone in creating a sustainable economy and employment opportunities. We deserve a healthy place to live and my commitment will help achieve this if weall work together.

Vision:  To create development along with infrastructure to benefit the entire community in a logical and feasible way. I also see working closely with education to help develop a capable and job-ready workforce. We have a great start in achieving all our hopes and dreams, whether it be in culture, education or business. I strongly believe that we have the leadership within the community and the membership to make this happen.