A Better St. James, Built Together

I will champion expanded access to free or low-cost recreational activities, including swimming, at our community centres, support income- and family-based transit discounts, and ensure our parks are lively and accessible year-round by securing grants for winter activities.

I will advocate for expanding low- or no-cost fitness classes, technology-literacy workshops, and welcoming social programs at our community centres to keep seniors active and connected. In the long term, I will encourage diverse, affordable housing options right here in St. James, ensuring seniors can age in place in accessible homes.

True affordability means keeping your property taxes predictable and reasonable. The most responsible way to do that is to allow our city to grow from within near main transit lines, rather than endlessly funding expensive sprawl that taxpayers cannot afford to maintain. I will support by-law changes requiring developers to finish landscaping promptly and maintain a clean, orderly job site.

I will advocate for a fourth emergency service to handle mental health crises and well-being checks. By diverting non-violent calls away from police, fire, and paramedics to a dedicated team of mental health workers, we can free up our resources to get help to you faster.

I will advocate for modernizing and brightening our transit stops, parking lots, and alleyways with better lighting and visibility, while supporting community-led initiatives similar to the Bear Clan Patrol and residents looking to form connection-focused Neighbourhood Watch groups.

I will work to establish active partnerships with major property management companies at both Unicity and Polo Park. By coordinating private security efforts, building owners, and municipal resources, we can create a safer, more proactive environment for shoppers and workers alike. I’ll also work with the St. James Village BIZ to establish patrols in the community to ensure everyone feels safe.

I will continue my work leading cleanup efforts in St. James. I will also advocate for regular park cleanups and more public garbage and recycling bins—and ensure they’re emptied regularly.

Building on my work founding the Less on Ness traffic safety initiative, I will lead the push for modern street designs that gently calm traffic and protect local storefronts. By prioritizing accessible sidewalks and calmer streets, we can make getting where you need to go safer, no matter your mode of transportation.

I will focus on building strong partnerships with the province and will advocate to restore the provincial 50–50 transit funding partnership and further expand investment in Winnipeg Transit.

I will advocate for practical infrastructure improvements, such as building more heated, accessible bus shelters and ensuring they are consistently cleaned, well-lit, and kept in good repair during our Winnipeg winters.

I support replacing our current, outdated fare system with one that accepts smartphone and contactless tap payments, while keeping reliable paper tickets accessible for those who need them.

I will advocate for the 22 bus route to run more frequently and directly serve vital locations so that you can get to Deer Lodge Centre and Grace Hospital more easily and quickly.

I want to see smart, dedicated bus lanes and protected active transportation corridors. Investing in rapid transit is how we reduce congestion, reduce pollution, and get traffic moving more smoothly, no matter how you choose to travel.

I am dedicated to prioritizing the maintenance and renewal of our existing roads, back lanes, and sidewalks in St. James. Focusing on our existing footprint allows us to fix potholes faster and clear snow on time. Critical corridors like the St. James Bridge and Route 90 need immediate attention, but we should ensure any expansion is worth maintaining over the long term and serves not just drivers but also transit riders, cyclists, and pedestrians. I will prioritize fixing the rest of Saskatchewan Avenue immediately.

Upgrading our aging water and sewer pipes is vital to protecting our homes, businesses, and local waterways. I will champion an accelerated separation of our underground combined sewer system to prevent sewer backups and costly water main breaks, protecting homes, back lanes, and major corridors like Portage Avenue from unexpected closures.

Our public pools, community centres, and libraries should be open daily at reliable times so they remain fully accessible to all. I will work with my fellow councillors to ensure these vital neighbourhood resources receive stable funding.

I will maintain a responsive office: messages, calls, and inquiries from St. James residents will be answered in a timely and professional manner. I will provide regular, transparent updates across social media regarding local infrastructure projects, council debates, and community milestones. Additionally, I will launch a regular St. James digital newsletter, keeping everyone informed about the shared progress we are making together. My contact information will be easy to find, and you will always be heard.

I will publish a regular schedule on my website detailing my public availability and the local events I plan to attend. Additionally, on at least two evenings each month, I will host open, face-to-face community hours at our local coffee shops, community clubs, and parks across the ward. These will be casual, accessible, welcoming spaces where you can drop by and share what’s on your mind.

To help you launch your own neighbourhood events, we will establish a step-by-step “Community Event Toolkit.” Our office will actively guide residents through municipal permitting processes for things like block parties, provide financial support, and help turn your grassroots community ideas into reality.

Doing basic upkeep early is always cheaper than fixing an emergency breakdown. I will champion a shift toward a regular, scheduled maintenance cycle for our roads, pipes, and facilities, saving millions in the long run.

Major city capital projects should never become a blank cheque for overruns. Incidents like the costly delays at the Winnipeg Police Headquarters must not be repeated. I will advocate for modern, performance-based contracts that include strict quality and budget rules right from day one, ensuring cost increases driven by vendor delays are managed accountably without passing them on to taxpayers.

Winnipeg’s long-term infrastructure goals require teamwork. I will use my expertise in team building to collaborate with my fellow councillors and work alongside our provincial and federal partners to secure our fair share of infrastructure grants.