And We're Off...

As you will know by now, the writ has been dropped and we are into another federal election campaign.

There are many important issues that must be addressed in this election including climate change, a potential economic slowdown, and most recently, issues of democracy and accountability that have been raised through the actions of the Harper government.

I thank you far your strong support in past elections. Together we have brought Green support in Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound from a mere 4% to a precedent setting 33% of the popular vote. Now we need to take it over the top and send the first elected Green to represent us in Ottawa.

Dick Hibma was selected to carry the Green banner for us at our AGM early in the spring. Now I'm asking all of you, my past supporters, to rally behind him to make a Green win a reality. Dick has been a good friend and a solid Green supporter. He adheres to the key values of the Green Party and his credentials are excellent. Dick served on Owen Sound City Council for 13 years, as well as serving in other important roles such as the chair of Conservation Ontario.

Now Dick needs you.

Whatever your talents, abilities, and time availability, you can have a significant impact on the outcome of this election. There are many ways to get involved and help send the message of sustainability to Ottawa.
First of all, you can drop into the new campaign office at 833 2nd Ave. E., across from Owen Sound City Hall and check the “wall of action”. There will always be jobs, small and large that you can take on in your spare time.
Second, call 519-416-4220 and talk to Jeff Brownridge, Dick’s campaign manager about what role you can fill.
Finally, you can request a sign and make a donation to the campaign. Signs will be ready shortly, and donations are needed to run a fully funded winning campaign. Donations can be made by cheque or through the campaign website at http://dickhibma.com/ .

I firmly believe that we have the best candidate by far in this election, and I will be investing my time in seeing Dick elected on October 14th.
I trust you’ll join me in furthering the causes of democracy, sustainability, and social justice by giving what you can in time, energy, and finances.

Yours in a green future.