Elections Nanaimo- For all your Nanaimo Elections infomation sponsored by Nelson Allen for School Board Trustee

Who am I
• Registered Social Worker
• Executive Director Nanaimo Youth Services Association
• 57 years of age
• Resident of Ladysmith for 15 years
• Married for 30 years with two sons, Matthew 23 and Christopher 18 who have been raised in the community
• A proud parent of both who are local athletes and graduates of the Primary, Intermediate and Secondary schools of Ladysmith

What I believe
“It Takes a Town to Raise a Child”

What I want to contribute
• Caring
• Common Sense
• Competence
• Commitment
• Collaboration

Volunteer Experience
• Executive member of Mid Isle Soccer 1994-2004
• Chair of Ladysmith Youth Advisory 2001-2002
• President, V-P Employment Navigators 1995-1997
• Member Ladysmith Maritime Society
• North American Indigenous Games volunteer 2008

Contact Steve Arnett
Phone: 250 245-5470
Email: arnettfamily@pacificcoast.net
Brochure: Brochure Link

Duck (Don) Paterson

My family and I have been proud residents of Ladysmith since 1975. I am 56 years old, have been married to Tracy for 37 years, and we have three great daughters, who have all grown up in Ladysmith. We have grandchildren that are now growing up in Ladysmith and call it home.

I realize that there are many good things happening in our community, as well as many new folks calling it home. I also realize that not only do I enjoy being a part of it and (hopefully) being a part of making it the super community that it is, but also to make it what people expect it to be, home. I am very proud of Ladysmith and continue to get a kick out of it. Our town has unlimited community spirit.

Now I am seeking your support.
I have the time and the desire
to continue working for all
of the residents of Ladysmith.

My family and I have always been active in many organizations and functions in Ladysmith. We feel that if you enjoy the benefits of your community, you should be able to put something back into it for others to enjoy.

I have been a member of the Ladysmith Kinsmen Club for 33 years and an active Life Member of the Association of Kinsmen Clubs of Canada. We are also members of the Ladysmith Festival of Lights. I am an active member of the Ladysmith Celebrations Society, Ladysmith Loggers Sports group and the Ladysmith Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission. I have also helped chair the Ladysmith Days Parade for 20 years, the Light Up Parade since its beginning, as well as participating and helping in other community activities.

Contact Duck (Don) Paterson
Phone: (250) 245-2263
Email: duckwon@shaw.ca
Brochure: Brochure Link

Jillian Dashwood

JILLIAN DASHWOOD’S driving force is her PASSION AND DEDICATION for her community. Living in Nanaimo since 1980 and then moving to Ladysmith in 1998 to enjoy a new blended family, community and life. Jillian has seen passion for community work in many interesting ways. Believing that a dedicated team, with a cohesive, coordinated vision for their community is necessary for an evolved, proactive and safe place for all types of people to live is fundamental, is what she advocates. Ladysmith is unique in it’s topography, waterfront, and downtown, but most importantly it’s people! Jillian lives in Ladysmith by choice - for her work, her lovely family and grandchildren as well as the sheer joy of living in one of the best communities in the world! Vote November 19th - vote for a dedicated team - Jillian believes she is the right person for the job.

Jillian’s Credentials
- Current Board of Directors Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce - 5 years
- Spirit of Ladysmith Awards coordinator - 2 years
- Past President 2 years and Past Secretary Ladysmith Women’s Business Network 5 years
- Graduate and Alumni Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program 2007
- Central Island Transportation Task Force 2007/08
- Ladysmith Rate Payers Association - Member 2008
- Ladysmith Trolley Bus committee
- Participant 2008 Visioning and Sustainability Sessions Town of Ladysmith
- Supporting wife of Ladysmith Fire Rescue - Honorary
- Tribal Journeys volunteer 2004
- North American Indigenous Games Volunteer 1996Victoria
- Commonwealth Games Volunteer 1994
- Chair Carnation Day Campaign - Multiple Sclerosis 4 years
- Leader United Way Campaign 2 years
- Realtor for over 19 years

What is important to Jillian
- Eco friendly community
- Concise visioning with new Official Community Plan
- Coordinated plan for development with vision and listening to community development with respect for carbon footprint, parks, walking trails and community gathering places.
- Transparent Inclusive Council
- Empowering and listening to Council initiated groups such as Economic Development Council, Town Architechural Design Panels, as well as other community groups who provide well informed, visionary, knowledge to the Council table.

Contact Jillian Dashwood
Phone: 250 616-1184
Email: jill@IslandHomeSales.com
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