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Canada deserves a world class capital city that is befitting its stature as a G7 economy; a capital that serves as a source of inspiration to its citizens, and to the rest of the world. This term of council will help shape the 30 year vision and I believe that if there ever was a time where the issues affecting both sides of the river are to be addressed, then that time is now.
While a fully unified capital is realistically a few years away, just looking at our current challenges through a #onecity lens, will help us re-frame the issues that affect us all, and allow us to better coordinate the solutions needed.
Under a unified capital we can prioritize smart growth, administer social services more efficiently, and would have the once in a lifetime opportunity to create an example to the world of what a truly environmentally conscious capital looks like.
We must create a new governance model that allows for:
I know what you’re thinking: Who is this guy, and does he really think he can win?
Truthfully, I already have a lot going on in my life. I’m married and I’m the father of a 5 year old girl. Professionally I work with small and medium sized enterprises to help them manage their finances and develop growth strategies. I am also an entrepreneur and recently started an online cannabis fertilizer business. I was born and raised in Ottawa, graduated from Hillcrest High School, and completed my bachelor’s degree at Bishop’s University.
I’m running for mayor for one major reason – our nation’s capital must change its governance structure if it wants to deal with the 21st century problems that our region will face in the future.
I believe the current structure in which we have two separate cities under one National Capital Region creates artificial barriers and divides people rather than bringing them together.
Instead, I’m offering a new vision for our region. One in which we have a single unified city that brings us closer together and will help us face our challenges on both sides of the river better and more efficiently.
Although I might be a longshot in terms of my chances of winning this election, I believe that the biggest winner of this campaign could actually be AN IDEA.
I believe that the time is now to start the conversation about how we can better run this region.
I believe that the time is now to be courageous and to push for a big leap forward that will fundamentally transform how we are governed.
My name is Joey Drouin. I have a vision and I’m running for mayor of our Nation’s Capital.
#onecity