GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN: “Ron Neufeld was an example to his peers of how to handle situations in a calm, professional and organized manner. Always a gentleman,” stated Derek Richmond, past-chair of CAVI-Convening for Action on Vancouver Island
In Memoriam
Ron Neufeld
Born in 1965, Ron Neufeld spent his formative years in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan, where his creativity and determination began to take shape. Ron pursued his calling in engineering, beginning with a Diploma of Technology from Saskatchewan Technical Institute in 1985, followed by a Bachelor’s of Applied Science from the University of Regina in 1997. He later earned a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Victoria in 2019, reflecting his lifelong commitment to public service.
His impact on the community was far-reaching. He played a pivotal role in improving local infrastructure, championed environmental stewardship, and led the negotiations of complex municipal agreements with integrity and vision.
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A tribute by Derek Richmond, a former colleague and the past-chair of CAVI-Convening for Action on Vancouver Island
Convening for Action on Vancouver Island
CAVI is the acronym for Convening for Action on Vancouver Island. Launched in 2006 at the Water in the City Conference. An initiative of the Partnership for Water Sustainability, the CAVI program was delivered from 2006 until 2016 under the umbrella of the Water Sustainability Action Plan for British Columbia.
From 2007 through 2011, the Province and Real Estate Foundation co-funded CAVI as a provincial demonstration initiative to develop local government talent. The CAVI program was sustained by the commitment of the Partnership leadership team and the hands-on involvement of Vancouver Island local government staff.
This Vancouver Island Water community-of-interest is the homepage for recording the CAVI history as it is created.
Ron Neufeld played an important role in getting the CAVI program off the ground in the Comox Valley. He delivered presentations in 2007 and 2008 at Showcasing Green Infrastructure Innovation in the Comox Valley and the inaugural Comox Valley Learning Lunch Seminar Series, respectively. Both were provincial demonstration applications.
