Dr. Mary Anne Cooper

Long-Serving Community Leader and
Recipient of Port Moody’s Highest Honour,
The Freedom of the City Award.

“Where there is a will, there is a way” has always been a rule with me. I believe that man cannot survive without this social objective. I think we all have a responsibility to give back as well as to receive services throughout life. It is a kind of stewardship to life itself.”

Meet GBL — a dynamic firm with extensive experience in leading-edge residential and mixed-use buildings, as well as complex master planning and infrastructure development. Led by Partner Paul Goodwin, GBL believes that innovation should be an active, organic, and meaningful occurrence, drawing inspiration from the wondrous potential of our cities, communities, and people. The firm’s hope is that their structures become active participants in society, carving out new and surprising human patterns within the cultural landscape.

Meet LOCI — a dedicated group of landscape architects, urban designers and graphic specialists who share a common ambition to create better places in our cities, communities and neighbourhoods all while celebrating the beauty of the West Coast.

Led by Mike Enns, LOCI is built on nearly 20 years of design, planning, and project management expertise serving clients all over Greater Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Southern BC, Washington State, and Asia.

Meet Portico — a Vancouver-based full-service interior design firm specializing in residential and resort developments across North America. With over 30 years of experience, Portico tailors unique specifications to each project’s distinct environment and desired aesthetic, ensuring every design aligns perfectly with the vision. Led by Natalia Kwasnicki & Heili Geelhoed, the team creates inspiring spaces that captivate future owners and consistently meets and exceeds expectations, setting developments apart in the market.