Lord, You have placed MLA: Spencer Chandra-Hebert in his position in our legislative assembly because it is part of Your plan; so we pray that Your purposes will be fulfilled through him. Maximize his unique gifts, abilities, personality and experience in a meaningful way for the betterment for our province. Continue to surround him with people and resources that are honest, accurate and an encouragement to him. Help him to always recognize and to communicate the truth clearly to efficiently complete all the assignments he has. May he find true satisfaction in his work and leisure. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Spencer Chandra Herbert was re-elected MLA for Vancouver-West End in May 2013. He was first elected as the MLA for Vancouver-Burrard in 2008 in a by-election, and then elected as the first MLA for the new riding of Vancouver-West End in 2009.
Spencer serves as Opposition Critic for the Environment. He previously served as Opposition Critic for Tourism, Arts and Culture, and the B.C. Lottery Corporation and Gaming Policy.
A strong community activist, Spencer was voted Vancouver’s Unsung Hero by readers of the Westender, and twice voted Best MLA by readers of the Georgia Straight.
A strong advocate for equality and human rights, Spencer introduced legislation to ensure transgender people are explicitly protected in B.C.’s Human Rights Code. He has been an active voice for the environment, and his work in the legislature was instrumental in the Pacific Salmon being adopted as British Columbia’s official fish.
Spencer’s work for the creative economy and tourism industries led to the highest level of support for the B.C. Arts Council in B.C.’s history, and the restoration of an industry-led tourism marketer.
Spencer served as an elected Vancouver Park Board commissioner from 2005 to 2008. Before becoming an MLA, Spencer was an award-winning artist and arts producer working primarily in theatre and dance. He was the associate producer of the United Nations World Urban Festival.
Born and raised in Vancouver, Spencer lives in the West End with his partner Romi, a community developer.