The Local and United Way Community Connections Election Edition series

Local Community Food Centre and United Way host candidates forum, education series


The Local Community Food Centre and United Way Perth-Huron are excited to announce Community Connections — Election Edition, a non-partisan, three-week educational series designed to engage the community as Ontario enters an election campaign.

Event Details:

  • Dates: Tuesdays, February 4, 11, and 18
  • Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
  • Location: The Local Community Food Centre

This series will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the provincial election process, introduce them to local candidates, and help them make informed voting decisions. Each week will focus on a different aspect of the election:

  1. February 4: Learn about the role of the provincial government and identify key issues.
  2. February 11: Attend an all-candidates meeting to discuss important topics in small groups.
  3. February 18: Learn how to follow up with candidates and prepare to vote.

“We wanted to connect our community to their candidates in a way that felt true to the spirit of the Local,” said Margaret Smart, Executive Director of the Local. “Our all-candidates meeting is not going to be a debate. It’s going to be neighbors, sitting around the table, talking through important issues.”

“This series is a fantastic opportunity for community members to engage with the election process,” added Ryan Erb, Executive Director of United Way Perth-Huron. “Helping people to engage with their leaders in this election and beyond is key to solving the greatest challenges in our communities.”

Registration Information: Community members are welcome to sign up for the entire series or just for the all-candidates meeting. Interested individuals can register by contacting Julie Docker-Johnson at The Local CFC: connector@thelocalcfc.org or 519-508-3663 ext. 1005

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