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Candidates / Election 2018

Aug 28th, 2018
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2018 AWARE Simcoe questionnaire – Jason Malott from Midland Mirror As a lifelong resident of Midland and Penetanguishene, I love my community and would never consider leaving. At 39 years old, I am a father and local business owner. These aspects and more drive me to see our community thrive, n...
Aug 28th, 2018
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from Midland Mirror My goal as a municipal councillor for the Town of Penetanguishene is to be well informed and up to date with the activities the town is undertaking and be able to share that information with our constituents when asked. It is also to keep the town accountable for the decisions and...
Aug 28th, 2018
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from Alliston Herald Why should I be elected? Serving on council as your representative requires many attributes. Experience is the “best teacher.” I have served in five jurisdictions, 12 as mayor, 11 as councillor. I believe I am the only person to date, who served on York Region and Simcoe County c...
Aug 28th, 2018
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2018 AWARE Simcoe questionnaire – Robert Bortlisz from Wasaga Sun I grew up spending a lot of time in the beach. My parents moved and then retired here as did I. The sandy shores and natural beauty drew people just like you and I here. We brought our energy, skills, expertise and slowly but sur...
Aug 28th, 2018
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Retired steamfitter first ran for office over two decades ago to learn more about politics by Brad Pritchard Alliston Herald Ward 3 residents don’t have to cast a ballot in a municipal election in order to send a message to their local representative. Longtime Ward 3 Essa Coun. Ron Henderson consider...
Aug 28th, 2018
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from Orillia Today I was born and raised in Hamilton. In 1960, at age 11, I was placed at the Huronia Regional Centre. I was 18 when I moved out of there to Edgar. In 1975, I moved into Orillia. I want to join council to help the people in the community. Read more  ...
Aug 28th, 2018
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from Orillia Today I love where I live and I am proud of Severn Township’s beauty and history. I grew up on a family farm in North River with my 8 siblings and attended SS #8 Matchedash Public School, Coldwater Public School, and Park Street Collegiate Institute in Orillia. I graduated from the Unive...
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Aug 28th, 2018
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2018 AWARE Simcoe questionnaire – John Olthuis Lake Simcoe Watch response from Barrie Advance John Olthuis has been a part of the Barrie community for over 23 years. As a resident of Ward 10, one slated for exponential growth, John feels that the area needs strong dedicated leadership, communic...
Aug 28th, 2018
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from Midland Mirror I have lived in Midland since January 2017, with family ties to this area, as my father is from Penetanguishene. I have been (and am presently) a small-business owner. I have two degrees in geology (B.Sc. and M.Sc.) and worked as a geologist from 1975 to 1994. Read more  ...
Aug 28th, 2018
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from Midland Mirror I am running for Town Council as I care deeply for the Town of Penetanguishene and want to make a positive impact on the future growth and direction of the town. I want to give back to the town in appreciation for the benefits given my family over the last 6 generations […]...