Jay Fallis — Orillia Ward 3
There is a special kindness that exists in our town. I love running into a close friend at the grocery store or being surprised by the kindness of strangers. I am a candidate because I believe we have an opportunity to display that kindness in our politics.
As a young professional, I am energetic and hardworking. If you have a problem, I’ll be the person on your doorstep making sure it gets fixed. Additionally, I am very active in Orillia. I teach at Georgian College; I volunteer for both Helping Hands and the Lighthouse Shelter; and I wrote for the Packet & Times as a political columnist. Growing up, I was a student at Park Street.
I also have experience in politics and journalism. I have a master’s degree in Political Science from the University of Toronto. I have worked as a political aide at the Ontario Provincial Legislature and House of Commons. Additionally, I have been published in thirty newspapers across Canada including the Toronto Star.
Two major issues:
Poverty
Poverty has always been a concern for our council but we can build on that work. There are many Orillians sleeping on the streets, couch surfing, or just having difficulty getting by. We need to focus more resources on tackling this broad problem. We especially need to focus on impoverished youth and seniors.
Balancing responsible economic development with environmental protection and beautification
We are already seeing the effects of climate change. Extreme weather conditions are going to become increasingly more prominent and we need to do all we can to protect Orillia’s environment and ensure it’s a beautiful city for all. As our city grows, it will be important to balance responsible development with environmental protection.
I am eager to hear your ideas! If there is something you think I should know, please do not hesitate to reach out:
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