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I was very pleased to see Mayor Mandel announce his platform plank calling for a coordinated strategy to keep communities vibrant and viable and, in turn, keep schools open. In my mind schools are the heart of community. I’ve been trying to do my part on the municipal side of things, working to make infill… Read More
Today was a splendid day. It started out with a trip out to Earl Buxton elementary in Riverbend to visit a pair of grade six classes. Among the numerous school visits I’ve made during the campaign I’ve enjoyed the grade six visits most as they offer the hardest questions—perhaps because they study municipal elections and… Read More
The campaign trail has been tumultuous these last couple of days. Great highs and a few lows—here’s hoping they come in threes. The highs have included reading to a grade six class at Mill Creek School as part of Read-In Week, and a grade three class at Mount Pleasant. The students sat attentively and politely… Read More
One of the most heartwarming aspects of this campaign has been reconnecting with a number of my former teachers. I’ve actually knocked on a number of doors in the ward unsuspectingly, only to find pleasantly surprised teachers, including Mr. T, Mrs. B, Mr. C, Mrs. W, and Mr. M. It was suggested that I shouldn’t… Read More