We Vote North Shore is a group of organizations that believe in citizen engagement, including the importance of voting in democratic elections and working to encourage non-partisan voter education and engagement.
The following is a series of personal voting stories leading up to the Oct. 20 municipal elections. To learn more and get involved, visit wevotens.ca.
Voting Story No. 7: June Maynard
“My parents always voted and talked about the responsibility to vote in a democracy. I have always taken this responsibility seriously in elections at every level of government. I feel municipal elections are particularly important as municipal policy, bylaws, and initiatives directly impact me in daily life and how my community develops. Though I am committed to voting regardless, I am a strong supporter of electoral reform so that voting results in a more representative government. In addition, I believe if voters see an accurate reflection of political choice in government, this, in turn, will help restore engagement and confidence in the system.”
