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I would continue promoting buy-local initiatives and work with partners such as Ottawa Tourism and Invest Ottawa on campaigns that showcase our communities as a place to visit, work, and invest.

Climate Change, Heat, Fires, & the Environment

Energy-Efficient Buildings

When appropriate, City buildings and renovations should use environmentally friendly and sustainable materials, while considering energy efficiency and long-term operating costs.

Green Space

I believe we need to protect Ottawa’s green spaces while supporting responsible growth.

Urban Heat

I would work toward a goal of 40% tree canopy coverage across our communities.

Walking & Cycling

As roads are renewed, we should ensure active transportation options are built into the design where applicable, including safe and connected walking, cycling, and rolling routes.

Culture & Events

Tourism

I would continue promoting buy-local initiatives and work with partners such as Ottawa Tourism and Invest Ottawa on campaigns that showcase our communities as a place to visit, work, and invest.

Housing & Homelessness

Affordability

We need to make it more affordable for families to take transit by making it free for children under 18 and building more affordable housing options around transit hubs.

Homelessness

Invest in proactive social services, mental health supports, and prevention programs that address root causes.

Housing Accessibility

Ensure there is housing available that suits everyone’s needs.

Property Taxes

Keeping property taxes low should not come at the expense of the services residents rely on. Responsible investments in services help improve quality of life and build a stronger city for all residents.

Public & Assistive Housing

The City should focus on the tools within its jurisdiction while working collaboratively with other levels of government to ensure affordable housing is accessible to those who need it.

Human Rights

Physical Accessibility

Promote cycling and other types of active transportation infrastructure that is both safe and accessible, so that everyone feels comfortable choosing these alternatives without fearing for their safety.

Local Government, Planning, & Democracy

Budgeting

I would support a needs-based budgeting approach that clearly connects property tax dollars to the services and infrastructure residents rely on.

Good Governance

I will ensure transparency by providing clear, timely information and meaningful opportunities to provide input before decisions are made.

I will publish my personal voting record and blogs explaining my decisions at committee and council.

Public Engagement

I would support engagement sessions on major projects in the early stages of planning to identify community concerns, infrastructure priorities, and local spending preferences before plans are drafted.

Mental Health, Drugs, & Addiction

Mental Health Crisis Response

I will continue support the ANCHOR program and it is expansion across our community.

Treatment for Addiction

I will continue to support investment in proactive social services, mental health supports, and prevention programs that address root causes and help create safer communities for everyone.

Public Safety & Policing

Non-Police-Based Public Safety

Increase funding for proactive social services that better address the root cause of addiction, mental health, and homelessness.

Police Funding

Maintain current staffing and funding levels for the Ottawa Police Service.

Public Spaces & Services

Green Space

I believe we need to protect Ottawa’s green spaces while supporting responsible growth.

Public Washrooms

I will promote increasing access to public washrooms in parks, green spaces, and public spaces throughout the community.

Sidewalks & Bike Paths

Reinforce the need to have cycling and other types of active transportation infrastructure that is both safe and accessible, so that everyone feels comfortable choosing these alternatives.

Transit & Getting Around

Sidewalks & Bike Paths

Reinforce the need to have cycling and other types of active transportation infrastructure that is both safe and accessible, so that everyone feels comfortable choosing these alternatives.

Walking & Cycling

As roads are renewed, we should ensure active transportation options are built into the design where applicable, including safe and connected walking, cycling, and rolling routes.

Biography

submitted by the candidate or their team

I am a public servant and I am currently the elected local School Board Trustee.

Je suis fonctionnaire et j'occupe actuellement le poste de conseiller scolaire élu au sein du conseil d'établissement local.

I am a public servant and local School Board Trustee. I served as Vice Chair and helped shape the Board’s Strategic Plan and Elementary Program Review while advocating for strong, equitable education.

I have 7 years of experience with the City of Ottawa, most recently with Transit Services (OC Transpo), working in public engagement and communications.

These experiences have strengthened my commitment to listening, meaningful consultation, and including residents in decision-making. I have a deep understanding of governance and the importance of public engagement.

Je suis fonctionnaire et conseillère scolaire au sein d’un conseil scolaire local. J’ai occupé le poste de vice-présidente et contribué à l’élaboration du plan stratégique du conseil ainsi qu’à la révision du programme d’enseignement primaire, tout en défendant une éducation solide et équitable.

J'ai sept ans d'expérience au sein de la Ville d'Ottawa, plus récemment au sein des services de transport (OC Transpo), où j'ai travaillé dans le domaine de la participation citoyenne et de la communication.

Ces expériences ont renforcé mon engagement en faveur de l'écoute, d'une consultation constructive et de l'implication des habitants dans la prise de décision. Je possède une connaissance approfondie de la gouvernance et de l'importance de la participation citoyenne.

Promises

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Public Engagement

Housing Accessibility

Ensure there is housing available that suits everyone’s needs.

Walking & Cycling

As roads are renewed, we should ensure active transportation options are built into the design where applicable, including safe and connected walking, cycling, and rolling routes.

Reason for running

submitted by the candidate or their team

I want to represent Beacon Hill-Cyrville because I believe this community is going to experience significant change over the next four years, and this will require a fresh voice that will listen, advocate, and check in with residents on important issues.

I genuinely enjoy listening to people and I am passionate about engaging with the community on issues that directly impact their every day lives. In speaking with people, I have seen parts of our community that have gone unattended and issues that need more proactive attention. People should never be surprised by decisions and should never feel like the decision has already been made regardless of their input.

Je souhaite représenter Beacon Hill-Cyrville car je suis convaincu que cette communauté va connaître des changements importants au cours des quatre prochaines années, et que cela nécessitera une nouvelle voix, capable d'écouter, de défendre les intérêts des habitants et de rester à leur écoute sur les questions importantes.

J'apprécie sincèrement d'écouter les gens et je suis passionné par l'idée de m'engager aux côtés de la communauté sur des questions qui ont un impact direct sur leur vie quotidienne. En discutant avec les gens, j'ai pu constater que certaines parties de notre communauté étaient négligées et que certains problèmes nécessitaient une attention plus proactive. Les gens ne devraient jamais être pris au dépourvu par des décisions et ne devraient jamais avoir l'impression que la décision a déjà été prise, indépendamment de leur avis.

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