Area B: Halfmoon Bay

Population 2,558 (2006 Census)
Growth rate 8.7% (2001 Census)
Dwellings 1,118 occupied private dwellings
Area 1,275 sq. km.

The Halfmoon Bay Area is located northwest of the District of Sechelt. Stretching along the coast from Sargeant Bay on its southern perimeter, the area includes Porpoise Bay from Tuwanek to the Skookumchuk, Salmon and Narrows Inlet, Redrooffs, Welcome Woods, Halfmoon Bay, Secret Cove and Wood Bay, which marks the northern perimeter of the area. Gentle bays and coves provide several protected harbours for marine traffic; the area includes several parks as well as diving spots, hiking and mountain biking trails.

The commercial areas of Halfmoon Bay include a store and nursery at the south end of Redrooffs Road, at Welcome Woods; and a store, bakery, art gallery and nursery in the north end by the pier. The Secret Cove area is home to several marinas, three restaurants and a large resort. The Halfmoon Bay Elementary School includes a day care facility that serves local residents.

Director: Garry Nohr

Garry Nohr was elected as Director for Area B - Halfmoon Bay in November 2005. This is Garry’s third term of office; he has served as Chair of the Corporate and Administrative Services Committee, as well as Vice Chair of the Infrastructure Services Committee and the Sunshine Coast Regional Hospital District Board. Garry was elected Chair of the SCRD Board in December 2010 and re-elected in December 2011.

Garry moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2001 and lives in Halfmoon Bay. A former high school administrator, he spent 28 years managing school budgets while supporting students and teachers. His background includes serving in the armed forces and managing budgets in the hospitality industry.

Born in Vancouver, Garry has traveled and worked throughout British Columbia; he has been helping communities across the province deal with concerns about the environment and affordable housing.

A basketball coach for 30 years, Garry is still coaching at the high school level on the Sunshine Coast. He is also a member of the Rotary Club of Sunshine Coast - Sechelt.

Garry has a bachelor's degree from the University of Victoria, and a master’s degree in Administration from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington.

Garry is married to Dr. Patricia Anderson, Literary Consultant, and owner of Helping You Get Published.