Mayor and Council

Shawn is a father of two boys, ages 3 and 9, and husband to his wonderful — and remarkably tolerant — wife, Lindsey.

He studied biology, medicine and genetics at UBC and spent roughly 16 years working in cancer research and treatment at Vancouver General Hospital and the Laboratory for Advanced Genomic Analysis.

Shawn was acclaimed to Ucluelet Council in 2022.

More recently, he has worked to establish a not-for-profit economic development organization designed to help bring together communities, First Nations, researchers, educational institutions, government and industry around renewable, sustainable and regenerative innovation on the West Coast.

Alishia Fox has called Ucluelet home since 2010, where she’s built a local business and raised her son on the Wild West Coast. With a background in journalism, international trade and community advocacy, she believes local government works best when residents are informed, engaged and heard.

As a councillor, Alishia is committed to bringing community voices to the council table and encouraging meaningful public participation in decisions that shape Ucluelet’s future. Her priorities include attainable housing, accessibility and sustainability, with a focus on strengthening the community, supporting the people who live and work here and preserving what makes Ucluelet special.

Mayco Noël is a lifelong Ucluelet resident, husband, father, grandfather, and local business owner with deep roots in the community. Having served five years as a Councillor and four years as Mayor, Mayco brings extensive experience in local government, business, and community service. He currently serves as President of the Food Bank on the Edge and has dedicated 12 years to the Redd Fish Restoration Society, including six years as Chair. Passionate about Ucluelet’s future, Mayco believes in practical solutions, responsible financial management, supporting local businesses, and ensuring the community remains a great place to live, work, and raise families.

Mark Maftei is a proud resident of Ucluelet. He serves as Executive Director of the Raincoast Education Society, a local non-profit focused on science-based education and environmental stewardship. He has previously worked as a field biologist for Environment and Climate Change Canada. A father of two, he spends as much time as he can in, on, or near the water with his family. Mark is currently serving a second term on Ucluelet Council.

Growing up, Jeff spent many summers on the West Coast and always wished he could stay longer. Since then, life has taken Jeff on incredible adventures: skiing in Japan, managing Captain Morgan’s Dive Shop in Honduras, officiating weddings and loving beach life in Cabo San Lucas. He met the love of his life in Whistler, where they started their family. After welcoming their daughter on Vancouver Island, opportunity led them to Ucluelet. They quickly fell in love with the natural beauty, strong sense of community, and endless outdoor adventures. Jeff feels truly blessed to raise his family in this remarkable place.