Category: 2010 Campaign

First Ten Days Recap

The Campaign has settled into a nice rhythm of door knocking and appearances. It didn’t occur to me until this week but having done this before makes a huge difference. I am continuing to learn from people at their doorstep and have been able to solve some local issues for people as well that I… Read More

’Twas the Night Before Nomination Day

Tomorrow is nomination day. When I file my forms and pay my deposit the campaign will become official. But tomorrow is closer to the end than the beginning. Preparations have been underway since last winter. I announced in January, and we launched the campaign in June. Since July I’ve knocked on doors in every neighbourhood… Read More

ECCA Phased Closure Stands

Plain and simple, the petition had two problems: not enough valid signatures, and it came in too late. The petition reports are here. The petition did not get the 78,244 valid signatures required by provincial law to force a binding plebiscite. I put no stock in the conspiracy theories concerning the petition verification process – the… Read More

Campaign 2010 Launched

Yesterday the Elect Don Iveson team held a launch event to raise a few dollars for the campaign and connect with volunteers and supporters. It was a nice blend of people from the 2007 effort and people we’ve come to know since being elected. Turnout was strong in spite of the competition with Fathers’ Day.… Read More

Campaign 2010 Launch Party: June 20

With an election on the horizon this fall, the team behind re-electing me in Ward 10 has been busy at work. We’re all excited about coordinating all the people who are eager to volunteer and contribute, and we’re eager to rise to the expectations for an even more innovative campaign this time around. Most of… Read More