My Story

For the last eight years I have been one of your Coquitlam Public Library Board trustees ​where I successfully advocated for a new Burke Mountain branch and expanded services, while staying within our budget. During this time, I have also been working for the provincial government in the areas of housing, mental health, finance, and municipal affairs. I want to bring all my experience ​onto City Council ​to advocate for you.

My partner Natalie and I live in the Town Centre Neighbourhood and plan to raise our family in Coquitlam.

Matt Djonlic at a hockey game

Coquitlam Library Board Trustee

One of your Coquitlam Public Library Board trustees where I successfully advocated for a new Burke Mountain branch and expanded services while staying within our budget. 

Working for the Provincial Government

Working for the provincial government in areas of housing, mental health, finance, and local government.

Member of the Coquitlam Legion

Member of the Coquitlam Legion, supporting our veterans and helping with the annual poppy drive.

Member of the Riverview (səmiq̓ʷəʔelə) Horticulture Centre Society

Member of the Riverview (səmiq̓ʷəʔelə) Horticulture Centre Society, advocating for the lands to be used for mental healthcare while preserving the unique trees, gardens, and historic buildings.

Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Task Group

Working with the Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Task Group to lobby all levels of government for homes to support our most vulnerable residents.

Coquitlam’s Arts and Culture Committee and Evergreen Public Art Task Force

Member of Coquitlam’s Arts and Culture Committee and Evergreen Public Art Task Force I worked to bring the sculptures you see at Coquitlam’s SkyTrain stations here.