Robert grew up in Metchosin and Colwood, graduating from Dunsmuir High School.  He completed his undergraduate degree at Simon Fraser University and became a Chartered Accountant in 1993 while articling with one of the big six accounting firms.  His career has also included working over 15 years with a provincial wide credit union.  Robert is now a partner in a local Chartered Professional Accounting firm serving clients within greater Victoria.

Robert raised his sons in Saanich and coached extensively with Saanich Box Lacrosse and Pacific Rim Field Lacrosse.  He currently enjoys volunteering with Big Brother, Big Sisters of Victoria as an in-school mentor.  As an empty nester, he enjoys spending time with his wife and taking advantage of Victoria’s beautiful parks with their dogs.