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Our effort has not been as successful as we’d have wished.  Very few people contacted us to provide information about progressive candidates running in their communities.  As a result, we have reasonably comprehensive information for Regina, less comprehensive information for Saskatoon, a couple of names for Moose Jaw and pretty much nothing everywhere else.

PLEASE!!! IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION ON OTHER PROGRESSIVE CANDIDATES IN ANY SASKATCHEWAN MUNICIPALITY, PLEASE LET US KNOW ASAP!!!

Based on the information we have to date, here is a consolidated list.  However, if more information is received in the next 24 hours, we will happily update the … Continue Reading

From the Regina Leader Post
While Wren lives in Subdivision 7, his young children attend school in Subdivision 6 and he has many ties to the area.

Having run before will help this time, he said. Wren, a writer, has four degrees and two certificates. His background includes military and union executive service and work within the public division as a community school co-ordinator.

“Having seen the inside and how the system works, I think I might be able to work to make some of the changes I think we need made,” Wren said, noting he has three primary areas of concern.

First, … Continue Reading

This just in – and not yet confirmed.  (NOW CONFIRMED BY CBC)

Apparently at least one community association has attempted to organize a mayoral debate in Regina – only to have the incumbent and presumptive frontrunner flat out refuse to participate.  It seems the only mayoral debate that will be happening will be in front of the largely pro-Fiacco Chamber of Commerce – with a $45 price of admission.

This is, of course, the classic front runner strategy.  Pat Fiacco has nothing to gain from debates which will give any sort of profile to his opponents – activist Jim Elliott … Continue Reading

From Debra Conlin’s facebook page:

As a trustee I would promote:
- Increased parental and community involvement.
- Equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.
- Expansion of Pre-K program.
- Smaller classroom sizes.
- Fiscal responsibility.

My volunteer activities in the community include: school community council elected member, team manager/ treasurer, fundraiser for various charities and community events. I received the 2007 West Zone Recognition Award for Valuable Contribution & Dedication in the areas of Recreation & Community Service.

Website: http://www.debraconlin.ca/

Activist and former SaskNDP leadership candidate Ryan Meili has made a Facebook post on the municipal elections in Saskatoon.

Hello friends in Saskatoon,

Oct 28th is election day. Go to http://www.saskatoon.ca/CITY%20COUNCIL/Elections/Pages/default.aspx to find out about advance polls and where to vote.

This election provides an opportunity for a real shift for the better in the politics of Saskatoon. Below are sites for three candidates in contested races that i think would bring positive leadership in our city.

Derek Rope in Ward 3:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=117026223511&ref=ts
http://www.thestarphoenix.com/business/Neault%20Rope%20differ%20answer%20youth%20crime/2105030/story.html

Sean Shaw in Ward 4:… Continue Reading

From HeatherMcIntyre.ca

Heather will work for a curbside recycling program, stress economically and environmentally sustainable development and strive to include more input from community groups into the work of city hall. Her priorities also include a heritage strategy, better transit service and more cycle-friendly areas.

From Heather McIntyre’s Facebook page

McIntyre is running primarily on a three point platform:

• The introduction of a Curbside Recycling Program
• A commitment to Sustainable Development
• More input for community groups and organizations at City Hall

McIntyre says it’s time Regina has a real recycling plan. “…it … Continue Reading

From Facebook:
On Oct. 28th I’m seeking election to be a councillor in the city of Moose Jaw. A year ago I was a federal candidate in Palliser Riding and worked hard to present progressive choices. We finished a strong second to the Conservatives, who swept Saskatchewan. The issues I emphasized in that election were; – energy choices and environmental sustainability, health care, social housing, regional economic development, food and agriculture and support for municipal infrastructure. Today I’m interested in these same issues. I’m committed to working at the community level to initiate real improvements with lasting impact.

I care a lot … Continue Reading

The Labour movement has endorsed seven council and school board candidates in Regina and five council candidates in Saskatoon.

Regina Council:

• Ward 2 – Heather McIntyre
• Ward 3 – John Conway
• Ward 5 – John Findura
• Ward 6 – Brenda Mercer

Regina Public School Board:

• Subdivision 2 – April Bourgeois
• Subdivision 5 – Carla Beck
• Subdivision 6 – Don Wren

Saskatoon Council:

• Ward 1 – Darren Hill
• Ward 2 – Pat Lorje
• Ward 4 – Sean Shaw
• Ward 6 – Charlie Clark
• Ward 7 – Bob Pringle

Acclaimed candidate for the Regina Schoolboard, has a blog which can be located here

Facebook is proving to be a treasure trove of election information this year for the citizens of Regina.

Regina Elections has a facebook page which contains all kinds of ward profiles,  all kinds of links,  and details about who has been running and which candidates have been acclaimed.