Comments for Equal Voice

Comment on Megan Carroll for Ottawa School Board Trustee, Zone 10 by Taavi Siitam

Taavi Siitam — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 22:39:15 +0000

Hello Megan,
I echo Cathy’s questions regarding your thoughts and stance on alternative schools, like Churchill?

Thank you for your time and response,

Taavi Siitam

Comment on Megan Carroll for Ottawa School Board Trustee, Zone 10 by Cathy McBride

Cathy McBride — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 19:53:34 +0000

Hi Megan,

My son attends Churchill Alternative Public School and I am concerned about the future of the alternative program in Ottawa. I was wondering if you could tell me what your views are on continuing/expanding alternative schools in Ottawa, especially since Zone 10 includes two (Churchill and Fisher Park).

Many thanks,

Cathy McBride

Comment on On the Campaign Trail with Sarah Doucette: Candidate for Toronto City Council, Ward 13 by Anne-Marie Gammon

Anne-Marie Gammon — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 22:23:45 +0000

I read your electoral platform and I was quite impressed by your promise of a citizens’ committee with whom you will meet on a regular basis.

I think that it is very important to meet with your constituents so that as an elected official you will have a better understanding of their needs.

Best to you in your campaign

Anne-Marie G.

Comment on “My Experience at the G(irls) 20 Summit in Toronto” by Canadian Delegate, Leah Stuart-Sheppard by Joanna Asha Klimczak

Joanna Asha Klimczak — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 13:50:48 +0000

Thank you for sharing your experience Leah! Your words are insightful and inspiring for women. I am 19 years old and agree that women have come a long way in terms of gaining respect and rights in society. Nonetheless, there is still much work to be done; especially in many areas outside of Canada.
I look forward to learning more about the G20 Girls and Women summit and becoming engaged in women’s organizations.

All the best,

Joanna

Comment on A Perfect Midsummer Night’s Dream by Candice Botha

Candice Botha — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:21:51 +0000

My girlfriends had never been interested in politics, but you’ve got their attention. They’re inspired.

Comment on A Perfect Midsummer Night’s Dream by Christine Stilborne

Christine Stilborne — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:20:34 +0000

A Midsummer Night’s Dream was awesome! I’ve never been interested in politics, but I would definitely like to learn more following the party.

Comment on Why Anyone Can Run: Equal Voice looks at Findings from Samara’s Report “The Accidental Citizen” by Angelo Mingarelli

Angelo Mingarelli — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:09:01 +0000

As the past president of the Carleton University Academic Staff Association I can agree with Giovanna’s assessment of why women may feel reticent from running for political office. Indeed, the same reasons apply to women not wanting to run for executive positions on union boards…that is, they either don’t feel qualified or they don’t have enough experience to run. But then one must begin the process somewhere and the best place to begin is by actually being elected to the board of the organization. Let’s not forget that mentoring is part of every board member’s duties so women should be encouraged by this and seek out such positions, whether in parliament or on any other executive body.