Contact
Get in touch
For parents, teachers, education assistants, community groups and journalists. Mike reads everything that comes in and replies to what he can.
Support the campaign
Media kit
Assets for journalists and event organizers
Short bio (100 words)
Plain-text summary for programs and event listings.
Long bio (400 words)
Full background covering education, community work and why Mike is running.
Campaign photographs
High-resolution photographs cleared for editorial use.
One-page campaign overview
Safe. Stable. Strong Schools. The three priorities on a single printable page.
Media kit files are still being prepared. Until they are ready, email Mike directly and the assets will be sent to you.
What to get in touch about
Four common reasons people write
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Parents and families
Tell Mike what is working in your school and what is not.
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Teachers and support staff
Mike wants to hear directly from the people who work in our schools.
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Volunteers
Sign up to help with doors, signs, phones and events across SD62.
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Media
Outlet, angle, format and deadline in the first line, and Mike will come back to you.
Before you write
Quick answers for parents, school staff, volunteers and journalists.
How quickly will I hear back?
Mike reads everything that comes through and replies to what he can, usually within a few days. Put media deadlines in the first line.
What is in the media kit?
A short and long bio, high-resolution photographs cleared for editorial use, and a one-page overview of the campaign's three priorities.
How do I request an interview?
Write with your outlet, the angle, the format and your deadline. Mike has spoken with Vic News, CHEK and CTV about community work in Langford.
Can I raise a specific issue at my school?
Yes. Parents, students and staff are welcome to describe what they are seeing. It shapes the priorities Mike brings to the board table.
Where can I follow the campaign?
Updates are posted on Facebook and collected on the home page under Latest from Mike.
Is this a crisis service?
No. If you or someone close to you needs urgent help, contact your local crisis line or emergency services. This site cannot respond to emergencies.
Interviews and coverage
Selected interviews and articles
SoberFest returns to Starlight Stadium
Vic News
Coverage of the festival's growth and community response.
An alcohol-free festival for families
CTV News
Reporting on how the event came together and who it serves.
Sober Fest Day proclamation
Province of British Columbia
The 2024 proclamation naming August 3 as Sober Fest Day.
Direct URLs will be attached to each item as they are confirmed.