Lynne Block
Lynne Block is a Canadian politician who was elected to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia in the 2024 [British Columbia general election]. She represents the electoral district of West Vancouver-Capilano as a member of the Conservative Party of British Columbia.
Early life and career
Block immigrated to Canada from England as a child and grew up in British Columbia. She attended the University of British Columbia, where she obtained a Bachelor's degree and later earned a Master's degree in Education Administration.Her career included teaching, training, and professional development roles at the elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels. She has received the Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence.
Block co-founded an educational consulting company that focused on research-based learning, corporate social responsibility, and collaborative leadership.
Prior to her election, Block served as a school trustee for the West Vancouver school district.
Block has also been a board member of the North Shore Youth Justice and Family Court Committee, as well as the British Columbia United Nations Representative for Women Educators International. She has held volunteer roles with organizations such as the Canadian Cancer Society, the British Columbia Paraplegic Society, and Violence Against Women In Relationships.