After The Bell With The Stunt Brothers — Season 3, Episode 6 | Episode 89

What happens when dedicated educators take their conversations beyond the classroom and into the community? In today’s episode of After The Bell, the Stunt Brothers welcome back Kulvir Mann for a timely discussion about volunteerism, public service, local elections, and the challenges facing communities.

Kulvir has served as a North Vancouver school district trustee for eight years and has dedicated countless hours to community organizations, committees, and initiatives. Recognized with several honours for her volunteer contributions, she is now running for District of North Vancouver Council.

But this conversation goes far beyond an election campaign. It explores what it means to give back, why local government matters, and how ordinary citizens can help shape the places where they live.

In This Episode

The Power of Volunteerism

Kulvir shares why giving back to the community has been such an important part of her life. From supporting families and vulnerable residents to connecting people with resources, she explains how volunteering creates meaningful relationships and strengthens communities.

Why Local Elections Matter

Municipal decisions affect our everyday lives in very real ways. We discuss why residents should learn about local candidates, understand the issues, and make their voices heard at the ballot box.

The Challenges Facing North Vancouver

Our conversation tackles several pressing local issues, including:

• Affordable housing and the rising cost of living.
• Traffic congestion, public transit, and active transportation.
• Accountability surrounding the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant project.
• Housing and support for seniors, people with disabilities, and young families.
• Emergency preparedness and the challenges of living on the North Shore during a major disruption.

Eight Years in School District Leadership

Kulvir reflects on achievements during her time as a school trustee, including new and upgraded schools, seismic improvements, accessible playgrounds, childcare facilities, and artificial turf fields.

Encouraging Women to Enter Politics

We discuss the barriers women face in public life, including gender-based criticism and online toxicity. Kulvir explains why representation matters and why girls and women should be encouraged to take on leadership roles.

How Can You Make a Difference?

You don’t have to run for office to create change. Kulvir encourages residents to speak up, contact elected representatives, attend school board and council meetings, volunteer, and get involved in organizations that matter to them.

Our Guest: Kulvir Mann

Kulvir Mann is a longtime North Vancouver school district trustee and community volunteer who has received numerous honours recognizing her service. In this episode, she shares lessons from eight years in education governance and discusses her priorities as a candidate for District of North Vancouver Council.

Her message is simple: building a stronger community begins with listening, working together, and making sure everyone has a voice.

The Stunt Brothers’ Takeaway

You can spend a lot of time complaining about what’s wrong with your community—or you can do something about it.

Whether you volunteer a few hours, attend a public meeting, contact an elected official, or cast your ballot, your participation matters. Local democracy works best when people get involved.

And remember: if you want to make a difference, start by showing up.

Don’t Forget to Vote!

In the episode, we discuss the upcoming British Columbia municipal election on October 17 and the provincial election on October 24 and the importance of making informed choices. Check official election sources for current dates, voting eligibility, and candidate information.

Stay healthy, stay happy, stay fit, sleep well, and eat well. See you next time on After The Bell!