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 … 5 6 7 … 10 Next »Funding announcement blackout looms ahead of civic election
August 22, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...she said. Pagtakhan is not running for re-election. Mayes is, but he is one of four incumbents (along with Jeff Browaty in North Kildonan, Matt Allard in St. Boniface and Janice Lukes in Waverley West) who are unchallenged at this point in the campaign. Mayes said the initiative was inspired by a...
Le chef du parti libéral demande la démission de Rochelle Squires
August 21, 2018
Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...était au courant et lui a demandé de ne rien dire. C’est aussi une question de crédibilité pour ce gouvernement Wab Kinew, chef du NPD Mathieu Allard, le conseiller municipal de Saint-Boniface, déclare que « quand il s’agit de questions de santé publique, les citoyens devraient être...
Mechanical breakdown closes St. B arena for months
August 21, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ... "It was one of the major arenas in our association that’s been basically taken out of the equation now," he said. A spokesman for ward Coun. Matt Allard said civic staff have been working with the rec centre board. Arena manager Gisele Reynolds poses on the concrete surface of the Notre Dame...
L’aménagement de la Promenade Taché suit son cours à Saint-Boniface
August 21, 2018
Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...C’est un très beau projet », se réjouit Mathieu Allard en ajoutant qu’il avance au rythme prévu et ne devrait pas dépasser les 10 millions de dollars alloués à sa construction. Avec cet argent, un nouveau trottoir de 4 mètres à usages multiples sera construit sur l'avenue Taché, entre...
Six nouveaux vélos pour les patrouilles de St. Boniface Street Links
August 21, 2018
Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...avec les services appropriés. Il y a une crise nationale des opioïdes et de la méthamphétamine, et Winnipeg en ressent les conséquences. Mathieu Allard, conseiller municipal de Saint-Boniface D’après Mathieu Allard, il est important de prendre des mesures au sujet de l’itinérance au vu de ses...
The battle for Norwood Pool isn’t over
August 19, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...pool are exorbitant, according to the councillor. Now in a second production run, the signs are a surging response to St. Boniface city councillor Matt Allard’s May 22 announcement at a community meeting at Norwood Community Club that the Norwood flood bowl pool will shut down for good after the summer. ...
Four councillors still unopposed in upcoming civic election
August 13, 2018
Winnipeg Sun - ...Winnipeg’s civic election heats up, four incumbent councillors still face no competition. As of Monday afternoon, councillors Matt Allard (St. Boniface), Brian Mayes (St. Vital) and Jeff Browaty (North Kildonan) were the only candidates registered to run in their wards. Coun. Janice Lukes, who currently...
Four incumbent Winnipeg councillors face no competition, for now
August 13, 2018
CBC Manitoba - ...over a month before Winnipeg's election ballot is set, four incumbent councillors face no competition. As of Friday afternoon, Couns. Matt Allard (St. Boniface), Jeff Browaty (North Kildonan) and Brian Mayes (St. Vital) were running for re-election unopposed in their respective wards. Coun. Janice...
Broken ice plant has girls’ hockey association rushing to find practice rinks
August 10, 2018
CBC Manitoba - ...centre in charge of the rink received $50,000 to commission a study on replacing the aging plant, according to a spokesperson for St. Boniface Coun. Matt Allard. That report has since been completed, the spokesperson said. "We were made aware of this urgent problem yesterday and are in contact with city...
Norwood residents rally to save outdoor pool slated for closure
August 7, 2018
Winnipeg Free Press - ...pool is a vital neighbourhood amenity, a lure to attract young families to the area who might be considering a home in the suburbs. Area councillor Matt Allard had initially supported the administration’s plan to close the pool and redevelop the site. With growing opposition to that plan in an election...