Davina Singh

Born in Calgary, Alberta, I spent the greater part of my childhood (from age 2-17) in Vancouver, BC. I saw the change and growth throughout the 80s and 90s that has shaped the city into what it is today. Growth can be difficult to watch, the trails near my house became condos and townhomes, which is an impactful experience as a child. On a positive note much was preserved in the way of planned parks, and community forests and green spaces. Watching that change sparked my interest in city planning and environmental studies. I have always been drawn to smaller communities for both the closer connection to nature and connection with people and I have always had a sense of adventure. So, at the age of 17 I ventured off to Prince George to attend the University of Northern British Columbia.  

From 2001-2010 I predominantly lived and worked in Prince George. I held a number of interesting jobs to put myself through university. I worked in retail, and for the University as a landscaper, invigilator and guest services representative during the summer months (which supported fire fighter housing during their respite.) I also worked as a cook in a bus in the woods for tree planters. I spent time as a seasonal cruise ship worker where I facilitated kid's day camps during high volume cruises (spring break, summer, Christmas etc.) Why am I telling you this, partly for interests' sake, and also to show I have worked hard my whole life and challenged myself with new experiences from a young age. 

One of the most impactful experiences in my time in Prince George was working for the city in a support role to the RCMP for just shy of 4 years. This was my first "grown up" job and I certainly did grow up in that time. I predominantly worked in a role where I read the contents of files and provided feedback on necessary information as required by legislation and for statistical capture as well as dicta-typing statements made by witnesses, those being charged and victims. I also had the opportunity to work directly with the public which involved moments that were challenging to downright scary. An RCMP detachment sees people in the most difficult times.  I developed a strong sense of empathy for people's struggles. As a newly working individual paying off student loans, I did not have a car, and so when I left work in the morning my walking route was in alignment with those being released from the cells. Prince George was a dangerous city at the time, especially for young women. I attribute my safety (especially walking in the early hours of the day and late at night) to these people. I had a lot of great early morning walks and talks with our frequent flyers, many of whom had survived residential schools. Seeing the impact on the lives of these individuals, is why I feel strongly about reconciliation. In early 2010, due to my proven record of exceptional work, the RCMP offered me a position as a Criminal Intelligence Analyst, which was a newly formed position at the time. 

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As the story often goes, I met a man, gave up on that opportunity and moved to the Comox Valley to support his pursuits and start a family. I have two wonderful boys who were born at the old hospital in Comox, and I am very happy to have had the opportunity to raise them and continue to grow and work in this wonderful place. 

There's of course so much more. I'm an open book, if you have any questions feel free to reach out. 

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