The Haliburton Highlands Healthy Democracy Project (HHHDP) is hosting the last of four events April 21 designed to prepare people to get more involved in this year’s municipal election.
“We know that municipal government is the most accessible level of government for everyday people to be part of, and that we all benefit when good people run for office,” said Lauren Hunter, a member of the HHHDP steering committee. “The democracy project wants to help demystify what it’s like to actually do the job and equip people with the tools they need to help shape the future of our communities.”
The final ‘voices and votes’ session, ‘understanding campaigns: how success happens’ will feature Hunter, who’s a seasoned campaign strategist of more than 20 municipal, provincial, and federal campaigns. She will share the building blocks of a successful campaign, whether that’s for elected office or for a cause people care about, along with practical tips and tools.
It will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Stanhope Fire Fighters Community Hall in Algonquin Highlands.
The session is free, non-partisan, and open to all. Recordings and presentations from the first three sessions, focused on how government works, why it matters, how to get involved, and how to get inspired to step up for our community, are available on the HHHDP.ca website, and this session will also be recorded for those who can’t attend in person.
“With the Oct. 26 municipal election fast approaching and 24 elected roles across the Haliburton Highlands needing candidates, we are focused on giving people the information and inspiration they need to get involved,” said steering committee member Jessica Slade. “It’s up to all of us, as a community, to strengthen our democracy together.”
The HHHDP is a project of the Haliburton County Community Cooperative, and is grateful to be financially supported by HCDC (Local Initiatives Program) and the Telling Our Stories Speaker` Series. More information and registration are available at www.hhhdp.ca
