RPIRG was keen to hear from Regina municipal election candidates about their platform and values. We wanted to learn how, if elected, their work will impact post-secondary students living and attending university in Regina – to help students and community members decide who they might want to vote for or support in other ways (volunteer on campaign, donate, etc.). To do this, we drafted a short survey about a broad range of topics and sent them to all municipal candidates running for mayor or city council positions.
Instead of employing a grading system or endorsing candidates, we have highlighted what RPIRG feels are the stronger parts (highlighted in green) of each candidate’s response, based on our organizational values. In some cases, we have elaborated with notes below a response when needed (highlighted in red). We highly encourage you to do more research on candidates before voting for them or getting involved in their campaigns.
Below are the answers we received, copied and pasted verbatim from the candidates who filled out the survey. We have grouped responses by mayoral candidates and each ward. Please note that not all candidates responded to us – if you would like to see the full list of candidates running for mayor or in your ward and their platforms, please visit regina.ca/elections.
Finally, thank you to all candidates who took the time to complete this survey! We appreciate you providing feedback on these important issues.