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QUESTIONNAIRE: Ralf Mesenbrink for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 2, 3, 4

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“I see my role as a member of a board of directors for a large non-profit with an annual operating budget of over $500M.  Trustees are expected to make decisions in the best interests of the Board, and not necessarily just for their local electors. The responsibilities are clearly outlined in the Education Act, both for individual trustees, as well as for boards as a whole.  Individual trustees have no power or authority.  Only the board, through board decisions, can take action.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Ralf Mesenbrink for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 2, 3, 4” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Aaron Blair for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 1, 5

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“I’ve spend 21 years pursuing my post secondary education while working full time. From bachelors, to masters to doctorate, education has shaped my life and contributed to improving earnings and employment. I hope to bring this passion to the role. Finally, at the core, I believe value is created in classroom. To me this means that’s where the board should be investing: creating student experiences through supporting teachers, parents, students, support staff and educational assistants.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Aaron Blair for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 1, 5” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Randy Freese for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 2, 3, 4

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“Much like anyone that get into politics, I believe we all want to make a difference and do the right thing. In this case, I have a son in the school system so I have some added skin in the game, and I want to see if I can make a difference for his future as well.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Randy Freese for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 2, 3, 4” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Lange Frosst for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 2, 3, 4

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“The government has put a lot of restrictions in place for trustees. I can tell you that it is my intention to sit in on school council meetings (assuming the principal will allow me to attend) I want to know what parents are worried about what they believe is working and what isn’t working.I know some of what happens on the inside of the board because I worked in the administration building for 27 years.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Lange Frosst for Upper Grand District School Board Trustee in Ward 2, 3, 4” →

Mostly Familiar Faces Sign Up on First Day of Election Nominations

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The 2026 election got underway today at city hall as prospective candidates arrived throughout the day to file their papers for mayor, city councillor and school board trustee. By the end of the day, there were seven candidates on the ballot and while only one of them were an incumbent, it doesn’t mean that they’re new faces to the Guelph political scene. Let’s look at the keeners that couldn’t wait for the campaign to begin (for real). Continue reading “Mostly Familiar Faces Sign Up on First Day of Election Nominations” →

CITY PAGES: Water Use Red, No A/C at Library, and September Plans

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The City of Guelph, and it’s various partners and agencies, put out a lot of information on a weekly basis, and while it all ends up on the City’s website somewhere, wouldn’t it be easier to just scroll through it all on one easy-to-read article on Guelph Politico here…? Continue reading “CITY PAGES: Water Use Red, No A/C at Library, and September Plans” →

GUELPH POLITICAST #419 – 20 Years of Participation

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This is the 20th anniversary year for the Special Olympics, which speaks to the tremendous success of the event, and while it is about the competition in some respects, these games are mostly about fun and camaraderie. In an era where we talk so much about kids being attached to their screens, what can be more essential than some good, old-fashioned sports? Continue reading “GUELPH POLITICAST #419 – 20 Years of Participation” →

CITY PAGES: Cyber Incident, Library Report and Get a Rabbit!

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The City of Guelph, and it’s various partners and agencies, put out a lot of information on a weekly basis, and while it all ends up on the City’s website somewhere, wouldn’t it be easier to just scroll through it all on one easy-to-read article on Guelph Politico here…? Continue reading “CITY PAGES: Cyber Incident, Library Report and Get a Rabbit!” →

CITY PAGES: Family Day Hours, PA Day Moved, and New Building Opens

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The City of Guelph, and it’s various partners and agencies, put out a lot of information on a weekly basis, and while it all ends up on the City’s website somewhere, wouldn’t it be easier to just scroll through it all on one easy-to-read article on Guelph Politico here…? Continue reading “CITY PAGES: Family Day Hours, PA Day Moved, and New Building Opens” →

CITY PAGES: Dinosaurs, Digital Equity, and New Program for Disabled Students

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The City of Guelph, and it’s various partners and agencies, put out a lot of information on a weekly basis, and while it all ends up on the City’s website somewhere, wouldn’t it be easier to just scroll through it all on one easy-to-read article on Guelph Politico here…? Continue reading “CITY PAGES: Dinosaurs, Digital Equity, and New Program for Disabled Students” →