Sharon Shepherd

Sharon Shepherd is a medical officer manager and a former city councillor (1996-2005) and mayor (2005-2011) of the City of Kelowna. Prior to becoming an elected official, she was a neighbourhood advocate and president of Kelowna Secondary School parent advisory council. Sharon has been a leader in many sporting associations including tennis, soccer, and skiing and continues to advocate for the importance of children and youth initiatives in the community. Sustainability commitment continues to be Sharon’s priority and during her term as mayor, Kelowna was recognized for being a Solar City, “Wood First” priority, transit and multi-corridor expansions, Air Quality leadership and park enhancements. Sharon holds a bachelor of science degree in pharmacy.