About Ayla Dumais

Rooted in Community. Committed to Service.

Ayla Dumais grew up in Squamish after her family moved there from Fort St. John when she was eleven years old. Like many families who call the Sea-to-Sky region home, her family came here to build a future. Drawn by opportunity, community, and the extraordinary natural environment that defines this region.

Today, Ayla is seeking the Conservative Party nomination to represent West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country in the House of Commons.

Her decision to run is rooted in a simple belief: our communities deserve strong, thoughtful representation from someone who understands the region, listens carefully, and works hard to ensure our voices are heard in Ottawa.

Family, Work Ethic, and Early Influences

Ayla comes from a family of hardworking entrepreneurs. Her parents owned and operated an industrial construction company in Fort St. John that served the energy sector across northern British Columbia and Alberta.

Growing up around a family business gave Ayla an early understanding of the realities faced by small business owners, skilled tradespeople, and workers in the resource and construction industries. She saw firsthand the long hours, financial risks, and dedication required to build a business and support employees and their families.

Those experiences shaped her respect for the people who keep our economy moving: the builders, operators, tradespeople, and entrepreneurs who take risks and create opportunity in their communities.

They also instilled in her a strong belief in responsibility, hard work, and the importance of creating an economy that allows families and businesses to succeed.

Indigenous Roots

Ayla is a proud member of Prophet River First Nation, a community in northeastern British Columbia. Her Indigenous heritage is an important part of who she is and how she approaches leadership.

Indigenous teachings emphasize responsibility to community, respect for others, and the importance of giving back. These values have guided Ayla throughout her life and continue to shape her approach to public service.

For Ayla, leadership is about service. Listening carefully, understanding different perspectives, and working together to strengthen communities and expand opportunity for future generations.

Her background also gives her a unique perspective on the importance of respectful dialogue between governments, Indigenous communities, businesses, and local residents. Conversations around economic development, land, and community growth require thoughtful leadership grounded in respect and collaboration.

Ayla believes progress is built through strong relationships, open communication, and practical solutions that support long-term prosperity for communities across the region.

Experience in Ottawa

Over the past two years, Ayla is currently serving in the Office of the Leader of the Official Opposition as a Stakeholder Relations Advisor, located in Ottawa.

In this role, she has worked at the center of national policy discussions, helping connect government decision-makers with the people and organizations directly affected by federal policies.

Her work has involved engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including:

  • Business leaders

  • Industry associations

  • Indigenous community leaders & organizations

  • Community groups

  • Policy experts

  • Advocacy organizations

A key part of her role has been listening to stakeholders across the country to better understand how federal legislation and policy decisions affect Canadians in their daily lives.

Through this work, Ayla has gained valuable experience in:

  • Federal policy development

  • Stakeholder engagement and consultation

  • Government decision-making processes

  • National economic and social policy discussions

She has seen how decisions made in Ottawa can shape local and national economies, influence housing markets, impact small businesses, and affect opportunities for young people across the country.

At the same time, her experience reinforced something she already believed: the most effective representation begins with listening to the people who live and work in our communities every day.

Bringing Experience Home

Working in Ottawa gave Ayla a unique perspective on how government works, but it also strengthened her desire to bring that experience home.

She believes West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country deserves a representative who understands both the national policy landscape and the unique challenges facing our communities.

Across the riding, residents are feeling increasing pressure from rising costs of living, housing shortages, transportation challenges, and growing concerns about economic stability.

Ayla believes the role of a Member of Parliament is not to claim all the answers, but to ensure the voices of the people they represent are heard clearly in the decisions that shape the country.

Her goal is to build strong relationships with residents, local businesses, community leaders, and Indigenous communities throughout the region in aims to bring those perspectives directly into the national conversation.

Giving Back

Giving back is a value deeply rooted in Indigenous teachings. It reminds us that none of us succeed alone. Our opportunities are shaped by the people who guide us, teach us, and support us along the way.

For Ayla, seeking public office is a way of giving back to the community that helped raise her.

She wants to ensure that the next generation growing up in West Vancouver, Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, and the Sunshine Coast can build meaningful lives here: with access to opportunity, strong local economies, and communities that remain vibrant and affordable.

Our region deserves leadership that is grounded in service, respect, and a genuine commitment to the people who call this place home.

Looking Forward

Giving Back. Strengthening Tomorrow

Ayla’s campaign is built on a commitment to listening first.

She wants to hear from residents across the riding about the issues that matter most to them. From housing affordability and economic opportunity to transportation, infrastructure, and the long-term future of our communities.

By working together and bringing local perspectives into national conversations, Ayla believes we can build a stronger future for West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country.

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