Here’s a table comparing the three mayoral candidates, Baillie, Given, and Nikiforuk. Our usual disclaimer applies – this information is a best effort to represent the candidates from publicly-available statements. It is summarized for space and comparison, so readers are encouraged to look at the links which follow for further information. If readers have any

We’ve prepared our summary of the City Council Candidates. There are 19 of them, so just deciding how to format the document was challenging. There’s a note at the front which explains some of the limitations of the information and some links at the back for further information. We hope you find it useful for

So back in September we conducted a survey of voters about what mattered to them. We received 141 responses. Admittedly, we hoped for more, but they revealed some interesting things. Asked what the three most important local issues were, crime and public safety and taxes were key for 60% of people. Economic growth was third

Candidate Name: Clayton, Jackie Why did you decide to run for office? I am running for Council because I want to continue to represent your views, and your voice on Council.  I want to be one of nine decision makers, who develop the future for our community, ensure its alignment with your values, and support

Candidate Name: Montgomery, Cheryl Why did you decide to run for office? I am running for Council for several reasons. I’ve lived here my entire life and I care what happens in the future. I care that we continue to grow, and move toward the future growth of our city. The population continues to increase

Candidate Name: McLean, Kevin Why did you decide to run for office? I have a passion for politics. I have my entire adult life. I feel I have earned great experience and will contribute greatly to the new team. What experience do you have with municipal government, in Grande Prairie or elsewhere? I have served

Candidate Name: Kriska, John Why did you decide to run for office? I’ve been a resident of GP for over 20 years and during that time I have owned and operated two businesses. I have always been an active member of the community and now feel that it is a great time for me to become

Candidate Name: Thiessen, Chris Why did you decide to run for office? I am running for Council because I love Grande Prairie and the people who make it so livable.  I want our children to raise their children in this beautiful community that will become and in some ways already is, a model for innovation

Candidate Name: Pilat, Wade Why did you decide to run for office? I want to be a part of the vision and implementation involved in growing Grande Prairie as the amazing community that we know and love. I have been a resident of Grande Prairie for almost 40 years and I am fortunate to have

Candidate Name: O’Toole, Kevin Why did you decide to run for office? I have lived in Grande Prairie since 1965, I moved from Prince George B.C 1) I am a two term city councilor first elected in 2010 (3 year term) and 2013 4 year (term) and now running for a third term as a