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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2022
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SHORE
with our Candidates
Publisher’s Note
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ince our last municipal election, we have been called to the polls three times, for both provincial (2020) and federal (2019 and 2021) elections. For us, the voters, at times it can feel like a chore to research the candidates and make an informed decision. While it may seem daunting, it is critically important for all of us to get out and exercise our democratic right and obligation to vote. When you vote, you are participating in something very
special. Around the world, many people, like in Ukraine right now, are fighting and dying for the simple right to choose their government. When you vote, you are truly participating in our civil, democratic society. When you don’t vote, you are sidelining yourself and your beliefs. As we study our municipal candidates, consider their roles in matters such as affordable housing, transit, community planning, education, taxes, etc.
We have formed opinions of what we like and what we want changed. Now comes the time to make sure those we choose to govern us hold views that are consistent with ours. Today, we are publishing our Connect with our Candidates feature. It is a great way for you to “get to know” the folks that are stepping forward and volunteering their leadership skills and views, to provide good governance to our municipalities and cities.
Take time to review the issues that are important to you and connect with the candidates who you feel will best represent your views. Then get out on Oct. 15 and make your vote count! Whether you are voting for change or voting for the incumbents, that is your decision. Make it an informed vote and make it count. See you at the ballot box! Matt Blair Publisher, North Shore News
SPONSORED CONTENT. The following messages were paid for by the respective candidates’ campaigns.
make your vote count on Oct. 15