A little over a short 12 months ago, the New West Progressives began an amazing journey which has led us to the eve of a potentially historic civic election.
We started as an idea around a kitchen table which morphed into a community committee, which then transformed into a non-profit society. An organization with a mission and set of values which commits us to bringing forward new ideas and providing a more balanced and collaborative approach to how we govern City Hall and the School Board.
We’ve generated numerous positive headlines over the last year and have held a series of successful fundraisers, policy discussions as well as attending numerous community events. Last May we nominated a number of our candidates. By the summer, a total of eight amazing individuals had agreed to run with the New West Progressives in tomorrow’s civic election.
While we’ve come a long way and can be proud of our many accomplishments, the most important day lies ahead of us tomorrow. Election Day is when we pull all that hard work together and translate it into electoral success. But we can’t do it without you – the residents of New Westminster.
Turnout for the advance polls was about 50% higher than normal, but that doesn’t necessarily translate into higher turnout on Election Day. That’s why it’s extremely crucial if we want change at city hall and the school board, you need get out to vote – and you need to encourage all of your friends and family to do the same.
This has been a very hard-fought battle with our political opponents throwing everything they could at us to ensure they maintain 100% control of city hall and a majority on school board. In the end, regardless of all the endorsements and support they received from various special interest groups – it is you – the voter – who will decide who forms government. We have faith that you will make the right decision.
Thanks to everyone who volunteered, donated and provide us with moral support! The final chapter in this incredible David vs Goliath story has yet to be written. So please get out and vote and help to ensure that everyone’s voice is listened to over the next four years! Vote New West Progressives!
Nancy Graham
Campaign Manager