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Ray Ulasy

Candidate in the 2014 Transcona Council Ward race.

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Questionnaire Response

Why did you decide to run in the 2014 Winnipeg Civic Election?

I am passionate about my community and am proud to call Transcona my home, having lived in Transcona for the past 49 years. I decided early on, in 2014, that I wanted to run. Like many concerned citizens in Winnipeg, I was bothered by the lack of transparency, and accountability at City Hall, and especially our ward of Transcona. Which amplified this concern was the fact that our current councillor has sat on the EPC, been the deputy mayor and chairman of the city's finance committee and would have been aware of many of the negative stories that have run in the media.

I have heard many residents complain of being tired of Transcona being treated like a secondary project by our councillor. There have been many complaints by residents of Transcona of a lack of communication with our councillor, failure to call back/email, and attend events.

My priorities are:

Fixing our Aging Infrastructure Supporting our Local Economy & Jobs Effectively Planning and Improving Transit in our Growing Community Planning Projects On-Time and On Budget Increasing Accountability and Transparency at City Hall Being a Part of Our Community by being Engaged and Accessible

What experience will you bring to compliment your role as Councillor?

I have served in the community for 25 years as President of the South Transcona Community Club, the Community Clubs Board, Native Women's Transition Centre, Rotary Club and coaching all levels of hockey. I have sat as the Chairman of the Hi Neighbour Festival in Transcona for the past 2 years.

I am the Vice-President of Business Development with Legacy Bowes Group, and have managed budgets, projects, and human resources at every level. I have run several successful businesses, including Superior Hockey Clinic which assisted in developing the skills of thousands of hockey students, helping them achieve their goals. I was also the co-founder and co-owner of the former Team Canada Mixed Martial Arts now known as the Canadian Fighting Centre. I know what teamwork means, having served as the Regional Scout for the Calgary Hitmen of the WHL, and know how to identify leaders in the community and foster their growth and development.

What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as Councillor, and why are these issues important to you?

Aging Infrastructure - While Transcona will come to appreciate the new amenities we are receiving (once they are built), it does not serve the community well to have new amenities without having the infrastructure to support them. Transcona roads are in horrible condition. We need to get back to basics, and prioritize our road repairs.

Having said this, I feel that many of the projects that have been completed in Winnipeg have left Winnipeg with a black eye. Our project management/transparency/accountability needs to be improved. We need the right people for the right jobs. The Plessis Underpass is the biggest example of a mismanaged project in Transcona, and has left our area gridlocked during rush hour.

I would like to see a whistle blowing policy created and implemented. Also, increased details on expenditures for ward allowances.

Being a Part of Our Community by being Engaged and Accessible - I would return the East Kildonan-Transcona Community Committee back to the community. These meetings should be held as a town-hall style meeting as then residents could attend and be informed. I will also return phone calls and email to all, not just a select group.

What is one thing in particular that you appreciate about the ward you wish to represent?

I appreciate the sense of community Transcona has. Many of the residents are 2nd, 3rd and even 4th generation Transcona residents. We are a tight knit community, and fiercely proud of our ward. Transcona has many volunteers who do wonderful work. This is why I am so passionate about representing Transcona, as I feel that for the past 4 years, we have been slipping away from what we represent. Transcona has become more about development, and expansion, and less about community. I would like to see us return to our roots.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

I feel that I present as the best candidate for the position. My experience in the community, volunteerism, education is what Transcona needs. I would be a councillor for all the people, not just select groups. I have spent countless hours talking to everyone. One of the largest groups of people that have been especially outspoken are the seniors, who have indicated they are tired of the status quo, and would like to see Transcona under new leadership. I have dedicated myself to the improvement of Transcona, and have been talking to the residents of Transcona to see what they truly want and need. Transcona wants to be informed. They want a councillor that will be visible in the community, and are tired of feeling like a secondary project, or being mislead and not informed.


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News that Mentions Ray Ulasy

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Winnipeg bombing victim speaks

Wednesday, 30 September 2015

Maria Mitousis got to thank her rescuers for the first time Wednesday morning, three months after suffering serious injuries in a bombing. Then the Winnipeg lawyer stood in front of a media throng to publicly thank everyone who was involved in saving ...

Ground breaks on Winnipeg outlet mall

Friday, 25 September 2015

When Outlet Collection Winnipeg opens in less than two years, Paul Gleeson is confident it will be like nothing Winnipeg shoppers have seen before. “It's going to offer a unique shopping experience that currently doesn't exist in the city of Winnipeg ...

Academy clinic opponents shut down again

Wednesday, 23 September 2015

... of the Salvation Army Winnipeg, holds up a winter · 200 winter coats stolen from Sally Ann · Football Flag. Gaming authority investigates Bombers' 50-50 gaffe · Ray Ulasy was among more than a dozen suspects arrested in December 2014 as part of.

Kapyong Barracks court decision won't be appealed, says Stephen Harper

Tuesday, 22 September 2015

Manitoba First Nation leaders say they're pleased to hear that a court battle with the federal government over Kapyong Barracks, a hotly contested piece of real estate in Winnipeg, could soon be over. During a campaign stop in Winnipeg on Tuesday, ...

Wolves kill 4 dogs in beach country north of Winnipeg

Tuesday, 22 September 2015

Wolves have killed four large dogs and injured another at cottage communities north of Winnipeg in the past two weeks, prompting a warning to pet owners in the area to keep their animals indoors. Two dogs were killed in Hillside Beach and the third was ...

More foul language from Pat Martin has opponents calling for personal apologies

Monday, 21 September 2015

Winnipeg Centre NDP candidate Pat Martin says he's sorry for language he's used on the campaign trail in the past week, but two of his opponents want personal apologies from the longtime MP. "Over the last few days I have used some intemperate ...

Father of 4 dies in shooting involving police north of Winnipeg 2:14

Monday, 21 September 2015

9 read comments; Stolen batteries leave Virden Lions Club without money to donate to charities read comments; Manitoba lawyer hula hoops on mountaintop to help poor, break world record read comments video; Former city council candidate Ray Ulasy ...

ElmwoodTranscona

Sunday, 20 September 2015

WE ASKED: Why are you the best person to elect in this riding and how would you improve it? THEY SAID: Lawrence Toet (Conservative). “As a lifelong resident of Elmwood-Transcona and a former small business owner, I understand the importance of small ...

Winnipeg Centre riding profile

Sunday, 20 September 2015

WE ASKED: Why are you the best person to elect in this riding and how would you improve it? THEY SAID: Robert-Falcon Ouellette (Liberal). “Winnipeg Centre contains the best our city has to offer — our downtown, the arts and strong, proud communities.

Fire guts former Bomber Kelly Butler's apartment

Saturday, 19 September 2015

... of the Salvation Army Winnipeg, holds up a winter · 200 winter coats stolen from Sally Ann · Football Flag. Gaming authority investigates Bombers' 50-50 gaffe · Ray Ulasy was among more than a dozen suspects arrested in December 2014 as part of.

Election debate turned physical?

Thursday, 17 September 2015

Captain Rodney Bungay, executive director of the Salvation Army Winnipeg, holds up a winter · 200 winter coats stolen from Sally Ann · Football Flag. Gaming authority investigates Bombers' 50-50 gaffe · Ray Ulasy was among more than a dozen suspects ...

Orlikow wary of giving art gallery break on rent

Tuesday, 15 September 2015

... of the Salvation Army Winnipeg, holds up a winter · 200 winter coats stolen from Sally Ann · Football Flag. Gaming authority investigates Bombers' 50-50 gaffe · Ray Ulasy was among more than a dozen suspects arrested in December 2014 as part of.

Academy Road medical clinic wins approval, but fight may not be over

Tuesday, 15 September 2015

... Army Winnipeg, holds up a winter. 200 winter coats stolen from Sally Ann · Football Flag · Gaming authority investigates Bombers' 50-50 gaffe · Ray Ulasy was among more than a dozen suspects arrested in December 2014 as part of. Ulasy cops to Uzi ...

WSD censures Babinsky for harassment

Tuesday, 15 September 2015

... Army Winnipeg, holds up a winter. 200 winter coats stolen from Sally Ann · Football Flag · Gaming authority investigates Bombers' 50-50 gaffe · Ray Ulasy was among more than a dozen suspects arrested in December 2014 as part of. Ulasy cops to Uzi ...

Coun. Matt Allard wants undercover cops on Winnipeg Transit buses

Monday, 14 September 2015

Manitoba lawyer hula hoops on mountaintop to help poor, break world record read comments video · Stolen batteries leave Virden Lions Club without money to donate to charities read comments; Former city council candidate Ray Ulasy pleads guilty to ...

Cops needed on city buses: Allard

Monday, 14 September 2015

A city councillor hopes to see police officers assigned to ride Winnipeg Transit buses to prevent driver assaults and lost fares. Coun. Matt Allard (St. Boniface) raised the motion, which was referred to the Winnipeg Police Board Monday. Allard hopes ...

Winnipeg Jets prospect Nikolaj Ehlers says he's ready to make jump to the NHL

Sunday, 13 September 2015

Nikolaj Ehlers has every intention of playing in the NHL this season. It's up to him to show he deserves one of the jobs available with the Winnipeg Jets. After attending training camp with the club last season, the slick Danish winger dominated junior ...

WFPS a model of innovation: Report

Wednesday, 09 September 2015

Winnipeg's fire-paramedic service is a model of innovation, according to a new report from Carleton University. Susan Bradley, an associate professor in social work, visited Winnipeg as part of project to search for innovation in fire services ...

Sherbrook Street Fest focuses on 'interactivity'

Wednesday, 09 September 2015

The Sherbrook Street Festival promises a family-friendly slate of activities this Saturday, Sept. 12. From noon to midnight, visitors can learn how to defend, drum, embroider, scavenge, and get jazzed. "The Festival has always included a lot of ...

80% of missing persons in Manitoba are CFS kids, police say

Tuesday, 08 September 2015

9 read comments; Stolen batteries leave Virden Lions Club without money to donate to charities read comments; Manitoba lawyer hula hoops on mountaintop to help poor, break world record read comments video; Former city council candidate Ray Ulasy ...

Boy hit by car, listed in critical condition in Winnipeg

Tuesday, 08 September 2015

Winnipeg police are looking for anyone who saw a boy get hit by a car on Tuesday morning, sending him to hospital in critical condition. It happened just after 8 a.m. Tuesday at Marion Street and Rue Youville, in the St. Boniface neighbourhood. Police ...

Sheila North Wilson humbled, elated after MKO grand chief win

Wednesday, 02 September 2015

Sheila North Wilson is still adjusting to the news that she is the newly-elected grand chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO), she told CBC News that she is humbled by the win but also exhausted from the campaign. Originally from Bunibonibee ...

12 Manitoba eateries closed this summer for health code violations

Wednesday, 02 September 2015

Manitoba Health has published its latest round of restaurant closures and it shows that 12 food service establishments in the province, ranging from well-known establishments to smaller bistros were ordered to be temporarily closed between June 1 and ...

Tickets handed out in Winnipeg school zones starting Tuesday

Tuesday, 01 September 2015

Reduced school zone speed limits come back in to effect Tuesday, and one Winnipeg man calls it a money grab after being ticketed $300. The 30 km/h reduced speed limits have been lifted since June when classes ended for the summer. Despite the fact that ...

Exmayor Sam Katz defends $100K statue for 'homeless hero' Faron Hall

Friday, 28 August 2015

Former Winnipeg mayor Sam Katz says he still supports plans to erect a statue honouring Faron Hall, the "homeless hero" who saved two people from drowning in the Red River in 2009, even though some of Hall's friends think money for the statue would be ...


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