Please tell us a little bit about yourself and why you are qualified to serve as MPP.
I am a permanent resident of southwestern Ontario, so I care about my community. I have lived in Chatham-Kent my whole life, and have family in surrounding areas such as Windsor and Ilderton as well.
I am qualified to serve as MPP because I am not a “yes man” like most career politicians. Politics is played by most like a game, and there’s always a motive. Usually it’s money, or making money for friends. I have no interest in either of these things, I cannot be swayed by bribes or incentives, I simply want to do what’s best for the people.
What are the most pressing issues facing Chatham-Kent in your riding?
In LKM, the biggest issue I believe for the Chatham-Kent area is the well water issue, which can be tied directly to the wind turbines as their vibrations loosen layers of sediment, etc. The New Blue party, and myself, fully support the total removal of wind turbines, and instead investing in clean energy to actually lower our hydro bills, such as water power and nuclear power.
How will you address the growing discontent that’s led to petitions seeking de-amalgamation in Chatham-Kent?
It all leads back to poor politics, certain councillors and others within government who simply don’t listen to the people. I believe the biggest issue is the high taxes and spending.
The New Blue party aims to lower taxes, by reducing the HST from 13 to 10 per cent quickly, and over time, elimination of the HST altogether. I would also aim to run a “minimal budget” office; money would only be spent on a major project if it were deemed necessary. After all, we’re all paying for everything, we must not be frivolous with taxpayer funds. Sometimes people in positions of power tend to forget where the money comes from, and they spend it like a kid in a candy store. This needs to stop.
How can the provincial government better address the homeless issue?
Treating it for what it is, the majority of the people living on the street are there because Canada has a serious lack of mental health and addiction supports. I would aim to seek funding for both of these things, along with seeking funding for long-term low-income housing, versus temporary emergency housing.
If elected, what will you do to best represent your constituents?
Show up. When I ran for mayor of Chatham-Kent in 2022 I was shocked by the number of people I emailed who were baffled that I even emailed them back, let alone came up with a solution to their problems.
I will show up to work every day, on time, I will answer every email, I will answer every phone call. If the city or municipality is ignoring certain issues, I’ll personally see to them myself.
