CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Vikki Dupuis for Wellington Catholic District School Board Trustee

“I have said many times that education can ‘level the playing field’ for kids, and not just in terms of learning. Education can offer experiences, opportunities and educators who can change the course of a child’s life. The impact of an education ripples throughout a person’s entire life. As a trustee I have had a voice in the governance of those opportunities and experiences, and I foster my calling to serve and support children.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Vikki Dupuis for Wellington Catholic District School Board Trustee”

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Marino Gazzola for Wellington Catholic District School Board Trustee

“I have always had a passion for education and an even stronger passion for Catholic education, and I want to continue to ensure the viability and strength of Catholic education.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Marino Gazzola for Wellington Catholic District School Board Trustee”

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Paul Nichols for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee

“Most of the people I’ve spoken to have been shocked to learn the UGDSB’s operating budget was over $430,000,000. I believe it’s so important for more of us to have this awareness and to know the trustees and the process by which the budget is developed and programs are funded.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Paul Nichols for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Kyle Reaburn for Ward 2/3/4 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee

“I saw the pandemic’s effects on student mental health and achievement and knew that I had to step up to help students. As the husband of a teacher, and a concerned citizen, I need to help move the school board towards better supports for our students in the UGDSB. There were many issues that had to take the backseat during the pandemic; some of these grew worse and now we have to address bigger challenges to student and school life.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Kyle Reaburn for Ward 2/3/4 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Susan Carey for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee

Susan Carey believes she has the *tools* to be a good school board trustee for the Upper Grand District School Board. Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Susan Carey for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Luke Weiler for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee

Luke Weiler is one of the people running in the very busy Ward 1 and 5 trustee race for the Upper Grand District School Board. Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Luke Weiler for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Jordan Lemke for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee

Jordan Lemke is one of five challengers, in addition to the two incumbents, running for the two Ward 1 and 5 slots on the Upper Grand District School Board. Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Jordan Lemke for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”

James Kerr’s Not in the Running for UGDSB Trustee (Though Still on the Ballot)

In the quest to get all complete Candidate Questionnaires back before the beginning of advanced polls this weekend, there’s more news about candidates not running for office even though people will still be able to vote for them. Continue reading “James Kerr’s Not in the Running for UGDSB Trustee (Though Still on the Ballot)”

CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Mike Foley for Ward 2/3/4 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee

Mike Foley aims to be a new voice on the Upper Grand District School Board as one of two representatives for Wards 2, 3, and 4. Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Mike Foley for Ward 2/3/4 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”

Bowman Not Running For Trustee Though Technically Still on Ballot

If you live in Ward 6 or Puslinch, and you’re trying to figure out who to vote for as your Trustee for the Upper Grand District School Board, Kevin Bowman hopes you don’t vote for him. Continue reading “Bowman Not Running For Trustee Though Technically Still on Ballot”