Matt Allard
Candidate in the St. Boniface Councillor Candidates race.
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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 … 4 5 6 … 10 Next »Civic election notebook: ‘Government Grant’ Nordman attempts city council comeback
September 4, 2018
CBC Manitoba - ...the nomination process. As it stands, three incumbent councillors may not have to campaign after Sept. 19. No one has registered to run against Matt Allard in St. Boniface, Brian Mayes in St. Vital or former St. Norber Coun. Janice Lukes, who is running in the new Waverley West ward. These councillors...
Election fever building… slowly
September 3, 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...
Efforts to save Norwood Pool still ongoing
September 3, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...matter is also on the agenda for the City’s parks committee meeting on Sept. 11. The closure was announced publicly at a meeting held by Coun. Matt Allard (St. Boniface) in May, when he discussed how the pool — which is nearly 60 years old — was is need of a major renovation and would cost millions...
Winnipeg waffles on wall between Waverley underpass and high-end grocer
August 29, 2018
CBC Manitoba - ...to review site and parking alterations," reads the report, which comes before council's finance committee next week. Council public works chair Matt Allard (St. Boniface) said the city is going with a slope at the Waverley underpass instead of a retaining wall. "There were always two options. There was...
City nixes retaining wall for Piazza De Nardi
August 29, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...$35 million under budget — it was originally estimated to cost $156.3 million but is now projected to come in at $121.3 million. However, Coun. Matt Allard, chairman of the public works committee, said Wednesday he was told the department decided — for a second time — to remove the wall from its...
Aréna Notre-Dame : des solutions sur la table
August 29, 2018
Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...dangereux. Raymond Comeault estime que, selon l’option envisagée, le coût d'un remplacement varierait entre 500 000 et un million $. D’après Mathieu Allard, le conseiller municipal pour Saint-Boniface, la Ville est prête à participer aux frais. La Ville indique évaluer, dans le même temps, des...
BRODBECK: Bowman’s growth tax will be expanded post-election
August 29, 2018
Winnipeg Sun - ...for it. And it’s important to remember candidates’ voting records at election time. Voting in favour of this tax were Bowman and councillors Matt Allard, Ross Eadie, Jenny Gerbasi, Cindy Gilroy, Brian Mayes, Marty Morantz, John Orlikow, Mike Pagtakhan and Russ Wyatt. Those opposed were Jeff Browaty,...
Un barbecue pour témoigner son amour de la piscine Norwood
August 27, 2018
Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...sont prêts à explorer d'autres possibilités », affirme Mme Lacoste. Une rencontre avec la Ville et le conseiller municipal de Saint-Boniface, Mathieu Allard, a eu lieu la semaine dernière et Monique Lacoste dit avoir confirmé avec l’administration que les politiques municipales n’obligent pas la...
Committee to save Norwood pool calling on residents to show support through BBQ
August 27, 2018
CBC Manitoba - ...had its first meeting with city staff last week, and has another one scheduled in September. They've also had discussions with St. Boniface Coun. Matt Allard, who had previously asked the city to prepare a report to dive into the details of why a closure is necessary. An engineer told them that closing...
Transit supervisor beaten: cops
August 24, 2018
Winnipeg Sun - ...been advocated for police on buses but the city’s Transit Advisory Committee elected for supervisors instead. Winnipeg public works chair Coun. Matt Allard said the TAC has decided to recommend $100,000 be allocated in the 2019 budget for a study to find out the best way to better ensure safety for the...