Matt Allard
Candidate in the St. Boniface Councillor Candidates race.
Matt can be reached on social media, at info@mattallard.ca, or by calling 204-430-4876.
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Questionnaire Response
Matt Allard - St. Boniface
Why did you decide to run in the 2018 (Winnipeg Civic Election / School Board Election)?
I am a St. Boniface man through and through: I grew up, live, work, and volunteer in St. Boniface. I believe I am well placed to continue the work of building this community I’ve helping lead since 2014.
What experience will you bring to complement your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee)?
Prior to being a City Councillor, I was small business owner and CEO of the Francophone Chamber of Commerce of St. Boniface. I worked with many community groups and initiatives : as President of the Old St. Boniface Résidents Association. I hold a Masters degree in Public Administration from the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg.
What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee), and why are these issues important to you?
Since taking office, as Councillor, I have been energetic in pursuing investment in my ward, from road repair, to parks, to the signature Promenade Tache riverwalk project in partnership with the Winnipeg Foundation. I believe strongly in the need for urban density and infill, to make the City more financially sustainable, and foster dynamic and thriving neighbourhood main streets. I am a daily user of Winnipeg Transit and a passionate believer, defender and promoter of transit service.
What is something that you appreciate about the (City of Winnipeg / the ward / the school ward or school division) you wish to represent?
St Boniface is a unique and special community in Winnipeg. It’s history, culture and Francophone character is not just a jewel of Winnipeg, but holds a unique place in all of Canada.
Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?
St Boniface is in many ways a city of its own. It has urban and suburban character, a diverse population, university, hospital, two major language groups and other features of a large standalone community. Representation of this neighbourhood requires a sense of balance, pragmatism, open mindedness and commitment to its growth and prosperity.
News that mentions Matt Allard
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« Previous 1 … 3 4 5 … 10 Next »City committee approves renewal of Handi-Transit contracts despite calls to delay
September 7, 2018
CTV - ...the renewal of contracts would result in a reduction of service when the current contracts expire in mid-December. Committee chair, councillor Matt Allard, said it wouldn’t be responsible to leave people without a service they need. There’s no word on exactly when the Ombudsman report will be...
Handi-Transit contracts should wait until ‘oppressive’ system is improved, critics say
September 7, 2018
CBC Manitoba - ...situation?" Allen Mankewich says Winnipeg Transit runs the risk of locking itself into seven years of subpar service. (CBC) St. Boniface Coun. Matt Allard, who chairs council's public works committee, said holding off the Handi-Transit contract awards could jeopardize the entire system. "There is a...
City report recommends expanding U-Pass to Red River College
September 5, 2018
CTV - ...includes service enhancements to accommodate an anticipated increase in ridership. Infrastructure and public works committee chairperson, Coun. Matt Allard supports the expansion. "I think the U-Pass is a great story,” said Allard. “Not only does it make using the bus affordable for students but I...
Un rapport préconise la fermeture de la piscine Norwood
September 5, 2018
Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...« Je compte demander à mes collègues de prendre ce rapport administratif comme information », affirme le conseiller municipal de Saint-Boniface, Mathieu Allard. L’élu se veut rassurant : « Cela veut dire qu’au niveau de la politique municipale, rien ne change pour l’instant ». « C’est sûr que...
Mayoral battle dominates campaign so far
September 5, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...Read Now Pay Later membership. Simply add a form of payment and pay only 27¢ per article. Currently, three council seats — St. Boniface (Coun. Matt Allard), St. Vital (Coun. Brian Mayes) and Waverley West (Coun. Janice Lukes) — remain unchallenged. It is unlikely that all three councillors will be...
Property and development committee rejects planned Parker lands project
September 4, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...needed a "substantial number of required changes" — the councillors unanimously shot down Marquess's proposal. The matter was voted on by Couns. Matt Allard (St. Boniface), Shawn Dobson (St. Charles) and Jenny Gerbasi (Fort Rouge-East Fort Garry). Local developer Andrew Marquess got no love at city hall...
PSB, parkade demolition plan headed to council after committee approval
September 4, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...paves the way for a future council vote on the matter. That vote came at Tuesday's committee meeting, where it was unanimously approved by Couns. Matt Allard (St. Boniface), Shawn Dobson (St. Charles) and Jenny Gerbasi (Fort Rouge-East Fort Garry). The city's property and development committee has...
Election fever building… slowly
September 4, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...Fort Rouge-East Fort Garry, River Heights-Fort Garry, St. James, and Transcona. Right now, three incumbents aren’t facing any challengers: Matt Allard in St. Boniface, Brian Mayes in St. Vital, and Janice Lukes in the new ward of Waverley Heights. "It would be unusual in most major cities across...
Royalwood is now part of St. Vital ward
September 4, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...civic election. Royalwood is one of the neighbourhoods affected by the changes. Our area is moving from the St. Boniface ward, represented by Coun. Matt Allard, to the St. Vital ward. Coun. Brian Mayes has represented St. Vital since November 2011, when he was elected in a byelection. As of Aug. 22, no...
Élections municipales à Winnipeg : encore deux semaines pour être candidat
September 4, 2018
Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...de nomination. Pour l’instant, trois conseillers sortants ne font face à aucune opposition. Dans Saint-Boniface et Saint-Vital, respectivement, Mathieu Allard et Brian Mayes sont encore les seuls inscrits. Même situation dans la nouvelle circonscription de Waverley-West, où la conseillère sortante de...