The Huron Chamber of Commerce and United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) are excited to announce Election Connections, a non-partisan public event featuring Huron-Bruce candidates for the federal election.

Happening on Wednesday, April 23 from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at the Clinton Town Hall Auditorium, the event will give voters an opportunity to get to know their candidates and share their own perspectives on key issues through small group discussions.

“This is not a debate or a Q&A with candidates on a stage. We’re inviting candidates to talk with voters side by side,” said Kristin Crane, UWPH Director of Community Impact and Research. “We don’t often get to connect like that and it’s so important for building strong communities.”

Volunteers will moderate the group discussions and participants will have the opportunity to speak directly to candidates on a range of issues that are important to them and the community. Participants can attend an online prep session in the week leading up to the event to learn how to foster productive conversations, understand the federal government, and choose the topics for the group discussions.

“Connecting community leaders is a priority for the Huron Chamber of Commerce,” added Colin Carmichael, Executive Director of the Chamber. “This unique event will let voters and candidates go beyond the talking points for a deeper conversation about how to drive growth and opportunity in Huron County.”

Community members can register at huronchamber.ca/election-connections or by contacting Will Wellington at 519-271-7730.