The Road Ahead

I understand the source of a lot of the nihilism among the youth of Thunder Bay. When I was unable to find the sort of work here that I needed to advance my career in Information Technology, I spent several years living in Winnipeg and then Toronto. It is frustrating to feel that you must leave your hometown in order to fulfill your career goals, and it is easy to become negative about the prospects available.

Living elsewhere has accentuated the aspects of Thunder Bay that I really love. Looking over Lake Superior from the top of Mount McKay, and seeing how this city blends into the most beautiful wilderness in the world is something that can be appreciated so much more after spending an extended time working in downtown Toronto. Walking down Bay St. and greeting friends and neighbours makes me feel like I am part of a community, rather than just a resident.

I hope to work with the next city council to bring our city towards a stable, healthy economy. I hope that the students who are entering high school and university this year will have a variety of options when they graduate. Providing opportunities for our youth is essential to build a sustainable community. I want to help shape a city with opportunities for myself and other young people who hope to establish a life in this wonderful place.