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Judy Wasylycia-Leis
Candidate in the 2014 City of Winnipeg Mayoral race.
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Questionnaire Response
Why did you decide to run in the 2014 Winnipeg Civic Election?
I have always believed that if you don't like the way things are, you should get out there and make the changes you want to see. For years I have felt frustrated watching City Hall shut Winnipeggers out of the decisions that affect them. That's why I'm running on a plan to open City Hall to the people of Winnipeg, bring back trust in our municipal government, and tackle long-term problems that have plagued Winnipeg as a result of poor planning and management.
What experience will you bring to compliment your role as Mayor?
I have many years' experience serving my community, as an activist and in government. As a provincial cabinet minister, I was able to start a very successful program that supports non-profit organizations and as an Opposition MLA, I campaigned against cuts to child care. I also had the opportunity as a federal MP to serve as both health and finance critic, which gave me the chance to influence policies that affect thousands of Canadian families. My knowledge and my ability to engage federal and provincial partners is something unique that I bring to the table in this race.
What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as Mayor, and why are these issues important to you?
If elected, my top priority will be to restore public trust in City Hall. The Mayor and City Councillors must be accountable to the people of Winnipeg. I will end backroom deals for a few, I will fix crumbling roads and bridges, and will bring the services Winnipeg families count on, like transit, water and snow removal, up to the standard they deserve. I will also work to create more opportunities, especially for young people, so that they can stay here to work and one day raise families of their own.
What is one thing in particular that you appreciate about the City of Winnipeg?
The people! Winnipeg is truly an amazing community. We are a generous, talented, and diverse group of people who pull together in times of crisis and celebration. I have had the opportunity to meet many great people over the last 30 years. Throughout this campaign, I have received suggestions from thoughtful, engaged people who want to help make our city better.
Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?
For more detailed information about my platform, or to get involved with my campaign, visit www.judyformayor.ca. Together we can make Winnipeg a City that Works!
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News that Mentions Judy Wasylycia-Leis
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Bowman says he will cut city severance packages
Saturday, 11 October 2014
Politicians should be doing what Winnipeggers do. It's to let people know you respect their money." Bowman said. Bowman, running second in opinion polls behind former MP and MLA Judy Wasylycia-Leis, has proposed cost-cutting measures throughout the ...
Bowman says he will cut city severance packages
Saturday, 11 October 2014
Bowman, running second in opinion polls behind former MP and MLA Judy Wasylycia-Leis, has proposed cost-cutting measures throughout the campaign. A major issue in the Oct. 22 vote is the state of the city's finances and its infrastructure ...
Piecing together the infrastructure puzzle
Saturday, 11 October 2014
Judy Wasylycia-Leis. Roads: Invest an extra $60 million in local and regional roads over four years using revenue and extra borrowing capacity from an annual two per cent property tax hike. Reform the design, management and approval of all capital ...
Snappy answers to stupid questions
Saturday, 11 October 2014
Judy Wasylycia-Leis wouldn't survive long as Winnipeg's mayor if she follows through on a plan to emulate Ned Stark from Game Of Thrones. In the George R.R. Martin novel and HBO series, Stark is an honourable and decent human whose naiveté leads ...
Transit platforms: Get real
Saturday, 11 October 2014
Back in the 1950s, Winnipeg contemplated building a rapid-transit network. Nearly six decades later, the city is still thinking about it. A three-line subway plan floated in 1959 was deemed too expensive. So was a single-line subway proposed in 1966.
Transit platforms: GET REAL
Saturday, 11 October 2014
Judy Wasylycia-Leis. -- Transit plan: Review the ballooning cost to complete the Southwest Transitway and see whether the $590-million tab can be reduced. Then finish it. -- Price tag: Likely $590 million. -- Reality check: It's unclear any savings can ...
Bowman ready to sell Winnipeg
Friday, 10 October 2014
Bowman also took the opportunity to take a swipe at frontrunner Judy Wasylycia-Leis, calling her "no friend to business" for her part in bringing in the payroll tax as an NDP minister in the '80s. "I am committed to making Winnipeg a city that works ...
Brian Bowman pledges to hit the road to promote Winnipeg businesses
Friday, 10 October 2014
While departing mayor Sam Katz came to power with a reputation as a promoter, Bowman said he didn't do enough to sell the city. He also questioned Judy Wasylycia-Leis's commitment to do the same, noting she promised to hire a business liaison rather ...
Havixbeck claims firefighters' union tried to get her to quit mayoral race
Friday, 10 October 2014
UFFW president Alex Forrest dismissed the claim, noting his union has endorsed Judy Wasylycia-Leis, an NDP-affiliated candidate. "Why on earth would we do that when she is taking votes from Judy's competitors?" said Forrest, referring to Progressive ...
Bowman proposes travelling across Canada to attract businesses to Winnipeg
Friday, 10 October 2014
Bowman criticized Mayor Sam Katz and the NDP government for doing very little to attract jobs and investment to Winnipeg, adding he sees nothing in Judy Wasylycia-Leis platform to indicate this would be a priority for her. Bowman used his policy ...
Bowman adamant he's more than Mr. Nice Guy
Friday, 10 October 2014
He's down nearly 20 points in the polls. Brian Bowman has to do something dramatic to catch Judy Wasylycia-Leis if he wants to be mayor. So on a Thursday morning, the 40-something privacy lawyer climbed two sets of stairs in a West Exchange warehouse ...
Bowman adamant he's more than Mr. Nice Guy
Friday, 10 October 2014
It's less than two weeks before election day. He's down nearly 20 points in the polls. Brian Bowman has to do something dramatic to catch Judy Wasylycia-Leis if he wants to be mayor. So on a Thursday morning, the 40-something privacy lawyer climbed two ...
The notsogreat debate
Thursday, 09 October 2014
We found out during the debate that mayoral candidate Judy Wasylycia-Leis got three photo radar tickets during this campaign and that she believes she deserved them. Candidate Brian Bowman insisted that anybody else who gets a photo radar ticket ...
Mayoral candidates square off in prime time
Thursday, 09 October 2014
Brian Bowman, Gord Steeves and Judy Wasylycia-Leis — the top three candidates according to recent polls — spent the two hours questioning each other's integrity, experience and previous political decisions. A question prerecorded by a Shaw TV viewer ...
Barbs and laughs traded at only televised Mayoral debate
Thursday, 09 October 2014
Judy Wasylycia-Leis is currently leading in the polls, and while her policies were often under attack, the most serious moment came when Gord Steeves was asked what he would do on the issue of missing and murdered aboriginal women. When he ...
Playful tone permeates live mayoral debate
Thursday, 09 October 2014
Much of the banter was shared between Steeves and Judy Wasylycia-Leis. "If you want more of the same (at city hall), vote for this guy," Wasylycia-Leis said, as she playfully shook Steeves by the shoulders. The playful tone between the two was ...
Winnipeg women say being sexually harassed downtown the norm
Thursday, 09 October 2014
That's why I've pledged to increase the number of downtown residents from approximately 15,000 to 20,000 within the next four years by making our core a more livable neighbourhood. Judy Wasylycia-Leis: On a personal level, I was horrified to learn ...
Winnipeg mayoral candidates face off in only televised debate
Thursday, 09 October 2014
The debate was an opportunity for front-runner Judy Wasylycia-Leis to solidify her support; for her closest challengers, Brian Bowman and Gord Steeves, to pull ahead; and for the remaining field of candidates — Robert-Falcon Ouellette, Paula Havixbeck ...
Mayoral candidate Ouellette says WasylyciaLeis and Bowman policies too similar
Thursday, 09 October 2014
Mayoral candidate Robert-Falcon Ouellette took direct aim at Judy Wasylycia-Leis and Brian Bowman Thursday, saying the frontrunners' policies on key issues rapid transit, taxes and infrastructure are too similar. Ouellette said his policies on the ...
Ouellette flags other candidates' BRT plans
Thursday, 09 October 2014
Candidate Robert-Falcon Ouellette claims that he is both the clearer and better choice to become the city's next mayor than the two current frontrunners. Ouellette said there is little difference in the promises made by leading candidate Judy Wasylycia ...
Ouellette says frontrunners WasylyciaLeis and Bowman are too alike on key ...
Thursday, 09 October 2014
Mayoral hopeful Robert-Falcon Ouellette says rivals Judy Wasylycia-Leis and Brian Bowman are too similar on key issues of taxes, infrastructure and rapid transit. And, he asked voters to look beyond the horserace, to really compare policies and take a ...
North End issues in spotlight as women grill mayoral candidates
Wednesday, 08 October 2014
"It's critically important that the city hall build a city based on that powerful voice of women, and ensures that there are places for all members of our society, wherever they live," said Judy Wasylycia-Leis. paula missing and murdered cafe. Mayoral ...
The one plot twist in the race
Wednesday, 08 October 2014
Former NDP MP and MLA Judy Wasylycia-Leis, who had a massive lead 10 months ago, still has a massive lead. Tory-affiliated lawyers Brian Bowman and Gord Steeves, expected to divide the centre-right, are duking it out for second and third place.
In praise of democracy at mayoral forums
Wednesday, 08 October 2014
You might see a less angry, more mischievous side of Gord Steeves, when he quips "say something nice about me" as Judy Wasylycia-Leis takes the floor. You'll often see Brian Bowman offer to get Ouellette a glass of water. Debates are also a chance to ...
The one plot twist in the race
Wednesday, 08 October 2014
In some ways, Winnipeg's mayoral race is unfolding just as predictably as an episode of Law & Order. Former NDP MP and MLA Judy Wasylycia-Leis, who had a massive lead 10 months ago, still has a massive lead. Tory-affiliated lawyers Brian Bowman and ...
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