Brandy Schmidt
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Greens join fight for Fort Whyte
Friday, 17 August 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - 4 byelection, going up against Brian Pallister, official leader of the Manitoba Progressive Conservative Party, Liberal candidate Bob Axworthy and NDP candidate Brandy Schmidt. Benham, 24, said his age and relative inexperience won't be an issue; however ...
Fort Whyte voters have until Sunday to add their name to list
Thursday, 16 August 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - The four candidates in the race are: Progressive Conservative Leader Brian Pallister, NDP candidate Brandy Schmidt, Liberal candidate Bob Axworthy and Green Party candidate Donnie Benham. The seat became vacant after former PC Leader Hugh ...
Son of former city Winnipeg councillor will run in Manitoba byelection
Thursday, 16 August 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - ... to improve Tory fortunes in last year's election. Fort Whyte is considered a safe Tory seat and the party is running its new leader, Brian Pallister, against the NDP's Brandy Schmidt and the Liberals' Bob Axworthy. (You must be logged in to post your reaction) ...
Son of former city Winnipeg councillor will run in Manitoba byelection
Thursday, 16 August 2012
Brandon Sun - ... leader who stepped down after failing to improve Tory fortunes in last year's election. Fort Whyte is considered a safe Tory seat and the party is running its new leader, Brian Pallister, against the NDP's Brandy Schmidt and the Liberals' Bob Axworthy.
Benham wants penalties for MLAs who step down
Thursday, 16 August 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - Benham has announced his candidacy for the Green Party, vying against Brian Pallister, the official leader of the Manitoba Progressive Conservative Party, Bob Axworthy for the Liberals, and NDP candidate Brandy Schmidt. In the past 15 years, ten MLAs ...
Tories using byelection to prep for 2016 vote
Friday, 10 August 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - The NDP have nominated Brandy Schmidt, the community engagement manager for the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada in Manitoba, and the Liberals have picked Bob Axworthy, the younger brother of Lloyd Axworthy, as their candidates. The area's last ...
Liberals Nominate Bob Axworthy in Fort Whyte Byelection
Friday, 10 August 2012
ChrisD.ca (blog) - Axworthy has lived with his wife and family in the Whyte Ridge neighbourhood for more than thirteen years. The NDP has candidate Brandy Schmidt in the riding, while the Progressive Conservatives have newly-elected party leader Brian Pallister.
(Bob) Axworthy to run for Liberals in Fort Whyte
Wednesday, 08 August 2012
Winnipeg Sun - NDP candidate Brandy Schmidt will take on the two well-known challengers in her first political race. “I think it just makes it a little bit more exciting,” said Schmidt. “With the higher profile, hopefully we'll get more voters out.” [email protected] ...
Bob Axworthy throws his hat into ring as Liberal candidate
Wednesday, 08 August 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - Newly chosen Progressive Conservative Leader Brian Pallister is in the running along with NDP candidate Brandy Schmidt. Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition August 8, 2012 B3. (You must be logged in to post your reaction) ...
Pallister to seek Fort Whyte seat
Wednesday, 08 August 2012
Carman Valley Leader - Meanwhile, the governing New Democrats have nominated Brandy Schmidt, community engagement manager for the MS Society of Canada in Manitoba, to run for the Fort Whyte seat. 'RUSHED'. Pallister, a former Tory MP and MLA who has re-entered ...
Questionnaire Response
Brandy Schmidt - Fort Whyte 2012 By-Election
Why did you decide to run in the 2012 Manitoba by-election?
I think families in the Fort Whyte constituency, need a voice in government that will stand-up for them on their issues and bring forward solutions and results. I will do that. I’m a believer that the best way to understand the local issues is to start talking to the people that live there. I’ve learned a lot from many of the other NDP MLA’s and sometimes it’s just the simple conversations at the doorstep that lead to the most effective solutions. I’ve been doing a lot of that – and have met many wonderful people on the doorstep and on the streets in Fort Whyte. It’s a dynamic community that’s growing.
What experience will you bring to compliment your role as MLA?
I’m a proud Winnipegger and Manitoban. I’m interested in helping communities reach their potential and helping youth stay active. I’ve worked with the West Broadway Youth Outreach and Local Investment Toward Employment (LITE). I have spent the past three years working as the Community Engagement Manager for The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada in Manitoba, and this has enabled me to work hands-on with community members.
Is there anything in particular you would like to change in our province? In your electoral division?
Like I said, Fort Whyte is on the right path, growing and thriving. We need to champion that, and keep continuing this. But to keep things on the right path, and keep this a neighborhood that’s safe and fun for our children and diverse for entrepreneurs, we need to make sure we have representation in government that will be looking out for the best interests of the families.
What values or ideals will you adhere to if elected?
I think the biggest values anyone elected to office can bring to the job is honesty and commitment. You have to keep an open dialogue with constituents and be committed to helping them address their concerns. That’s why my first move would be to open a constituency office so people have a welcoming environment to raise their issues. And, you have to be honest. I’m genuine when I say I care about the community and the priorities for families and the vision they have for the neighborhood. It’s something we all share.
What do you enjoy most about the Fort Whyte electoral division?
It has to be the diversity. There are so many wonderful people that live in this community.
Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?
Growing up in Winnipeg's West End neighbourhood, studying International Development, and spending time living overseas is what initially spurred my interest in working at a community level. I've spent the last three years at the MS Society of Canada managing volunteers, working in communications and as a fundraiser with a focus in community engagement and I'm prepared to be a strong voice for the people of Fort Whyte.
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