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The Debate Over Safe Injection Sites

Supervised consumption sites, commonly referred to as safe injection sites, have been a hot topic in the city of London since the first facility of this kind opened its doors earlier this year. This temporary site is set to close soon after Election Day, October 22, which means what happens in the municipal election could determine whether or not the planned permanent locations become a reality.

Why Are Safe Injection Sites In The News? 

Since 2003, when Health Canada granted an exception to a facility in Vancouver’s East End, safe injection sites have been opened in major cities all across Canada. The Middlesex London Health Unit opened London’s first, the Temporary Overdose Prevention Site (TOPS), in February of this year, and the plan is to keep it open until the end of October. Since its start, roughly 2,000 people have made about 8,000 visits to TOPS.

The facility is monitored by medical staff who supervise injections and provide overdose prevention kits containing naloxone, a drug that can reverse an opioid-related overdose. TOPS also provides information and resources for addiction recovery services to users.

The site was originally given funding for six months, and the provincial government extended this funding until October 31st. To follow it up, the Middlesex London Health Unit has proposed two permanent locations: one at 446 York Street, the other at 241 Simcoe Street. They will also be supported by a mobile site. All plans still require Health Canada approval.

The debate is generally what impact the proposed sites could have on the community surrounding them, and how they help or harm users of illegal drugs. This discussion comes during a  widespread health crisis, as the number of overdoses in both Canada and the United States from fentanyl-derived synthetic opioids has climbed substantially in recent years.

What Do People In London Say? 

The reasoning behind safe injection sites is that even though the drugs used are illegal, people will use them anyway.  For the sake of public health, supporters believe users should have a place to consume these drugs that are off the streets and in a place where overdoses can be prevented by medical staff. Opponents believe that this rationale isn’t in the best interests of community safety or the drug users themselves.

Reports and surveys indicate that many Londoners support the concept of safe injection sites. A London Free Press-Forum Research poll asked: “Do you approve or disapprove of supervised drug consumption sites in London?” 60 percent said they approve; 30 percent said they disapprove; 10 percent didn’t know. A second question, “Do you agree or disagree that supervised drug consumption sites reduce harm from illegal drug uses?” elicited similar responses: 58 percent said they agree with the statement; 27 percent disagreed, and 15 percent said they didn’t know.

Proponents, including several mayoral candidates, agree with the reasoning behind the sites;  that taking the drugs, drug paraphernalia, and addicts off the streets will prevent the spread of diseases like HIV/AIDS and deaths due to overdose. It’s also seen as a cost-effective way to provide medical and social services to drug users who would not otherwise voluntarily seek them out.

Opponents argue that the sites allow people to break the law and continue their addictions and that the sites will negatively impact the neighborhoods in which they are located. At least one mayoral candidate has come out strongly against them for these reasons and finds agreement among high-profile law enforcement in other cities like Windsor. Still, according to the Free Press even among that candidate’s supporters, the majority approve of safe injection sites.

References / For more information:

https://globalnews.ca/news/4171266/first-round-of-public-sessions-for-supervised-consumption-sites-begins/

https://lfpress.com/news/local-news/lfp-forum-poll-broad-support-for-drug-consumption-sites

https://london.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=1500110

https://lfpress.com/news/local-news/windsor-police-will-not-support-opening-a-safe-injection-site-chief-says/wcm/0e10e386-3f7a-48b1-8a8d-9af989118d22

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BRT Overview

London’s proposed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system is one of the defining issues for the city this election season, with many candidates making their decision about its implementation a key part of their platforms. It’s a major municipal transit approach that hinges on this election, too: Many candidates have staked out clear positions for and against the current Shift BRT project.

How you cast your vote could determine whether or not London ever sees a BRT system. Here’s what you need to know about it before making your decision.

What is Bus Rapid Transit?

As many transit reformers will tell you, London is the largest city in Canada without a “modern” rapid transit system. These systems come in all shapes and sizes, with light rail, subways, and monorails being the most common examples. London recently rejected light rail as a form of rapid transit in favor of only using the BRT, another form that was initially going to be used in conjunction with light rail.

Although there is some dispute over calling a bus-based system “rapid” transit, the plans would make London the first city in the world to have an electric BRT solution, and it would operate more frequently than the current conventional bus fleet. BRT is proposed as a less intrusive project that will share the road with cars: Buses will get their own lanes along the corridors, and the plan is for buses to arrive every five to ten minutes.

The system itself would be 24 kilometers, snaking along London’s major arteries in two main routes. One will run west-south, from White Oaks Mall down Wellington and over to Wonderland and Oxford; the other will go east-north, from Fanshawe College down Oxford to Masonville Place along Richmond.

The BRT would also be electric, as opposed to the diesel operated bus system now in place. They would charge up in special stations along the route.

What is the cost of BRT?

The cost for the BRT is projected to be $500 million, making it the largest infrastructure project in the London’s history. The money will come from all three levels of government:

$170 million will come from the provincial government $200 million will come from the federal government $130 million will come from the municipal government

What is Still Not Known about BRT?

While Londoners know some of the details, there are still some unknowns. The consultation for the plan (formerly called a Transit Project Assessment Process or TPAP) has been paused so the city can reassess ways to mitigate the project’s effects on heritage properties and landmarks, which could impact costs and routing. Details on how other “nonrapid” bus routes will accommodate the rapid system would be developed as the project is implemented over the 10-year implementation cycle.

Although there is a proposal to have a fully electric system, the type of buses used by the project may not be available immediately and may need to be bridged with vehicles using conventional fuels such as diesel or natural gas. And although the federal government has allocated $204.8 million in transit funding for London over the next 10 years, it can review the business case for the use of those funds, which means some or all of the BRT system could have funding altered or reallocated.

Candidates for mayor and council have a wide range of views about the current BRT plan, and consultations for the project are still underway. There are several grassroots organizations lobbying for and against BRT who offer competing assessments and may persuade you if you’re in the undecided camp. Find out where the candidates stand on the issue and mark your ballot for the candidate that reflects your stance!

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What Is The Role Of Your Ward Councilor?

The City of London has one Mayor, and one Councilor elected to represent each of the City’s 14 wards. The guide “The Municipal Councilor’s Guide” provides an overview of the many duties and challenges elected officials at the municipal level face. So, what is your councilor responsible for in your ward?

Responsibilities of a Successful Councilor

A councilor is to represent the public and to consider the well-being and interests of its ward. The councilor of your ward must accommodate and listen to its citizens within its ward to make a better community.

A councilor is to develop and evaluate the policies and programs of your municipality and to determine which services your ward may provide. The councilor of your ward must ensure these policies are in place and implement the decisions of the council. They must ensure the accountability and transparency of the operations of the municipality. A councilor will also have to maintain the financial integrity of it’s ward.

Attend Meeting and Events 

Municipal councilors would be required to attend meetings of the Standing Committees and full City Council. These committees carry out much of the work of the council and then report back to council with recommendations. A councilor must attend all meetings (unless sick, out of town, etc.).

In conclusion, a councilor of your ward must be intelligent and make your ward a better community.

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What Is The Mayor Responsible For?

On October 22, people all across Ontario will be heading to the polls and casting votes for their preferred candidates for municipal councils and school board trustees.  Voters elect heads of municipal councils directly on a ballot (mayors in larger cities and towns, reeves in smaller centres), while school board trustees will usually elect one of their members to serve as the chairperson of the board.  In London, seeing as the incumbent is not running for re-election, someone new will take Matt Brown’s spot, and the list of choices is long: fourteen candidates are in the running, representing a wide array of positions and outlooks from across the political spectrum…

It’s a much-coveted, hard-won seat, but many voters might still ask themselves: What does the mayor actually do?

The Mayor is the Face of the City

From mayormattbrown.ca

One of the most important roles the mayor has to take on is to be visible and accessible. The mayor represents the city at official events and generally acts as a spokesperson for the city with the media, interest groups, and other levels of government.

What events they attend often reflect how they want the city to operate, and the values they represent in office. Acting as the city’s representative at gatherings might be one of the more fun parts of their role as a leader, but it can offer a glimpse into how they’re running the city.

The Mayor is the Head of Council

But enough about the parties. The mayoralty is not a ceremonial office; mayors are the driver of a council, and as head of the city, the mayor is the highest level of local political leadership. They act as the chief executive officer of the municipal council, chairing meetings and making sure elected officials accomplish what they set out to do.

As head of the city and voted into office by voters, the mayor also has to make sure that all functions and operations are transparent, and consistent with the rules in the Municipal Act. The council is there to make the policy decisions for the municipality and the mayor, as a leader, makes sure that the decisions are made in as open a manner as possible.

The mayor also provides recommendations and information to the council, as chair of council meetings to guide council as it deliberates and votes. The mayor can also appoint panels and committees to compile reports and make recommendations to committees and council as a whole; a good example of this Advisory Panel on Poverty.

When casting a vote for mayor on October 22nd, you might want to take both personality and platform into account when marking your ballot. While he or she has a single vote on council, the mayor has a significant role in steering council votes and committees and influences the perception of the city as a whole through the role of spokesperson-in-chief. Candidates aren’t affiliated with political parties, which can be confusing when compared to provincial and federal elections.  

That’s why Electipedia.ca lets you compare options side by side so you know where candidates stand on the issues that are important to you. Your vote for mayor should reflect your values and how you see the city’s future. #voteinformed

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Not voting? Here’s 5 reasons to change your mind

Democracy is something that benefits everyone, and its health depends on all of us. If you’re not planning on voting on October 22, this post is for you. Think about reconsidering that decision, because in reality, your vote does matter, and could make the difference!

 Results can be closer than you think!

 Think your vote doesn’t count? Think again! In the 1988 Canadian federal election, the winner of the London-Middlesex riding took it by only eight votes – 18,534 to 18,526. Despite the volume of votes, only eight people made the difference. That’s a huge deal!

Consider this: What if only a dozen more people had decided to come out and vote?

This should be in everyone’s mind as they head to the ballot box – your vote does matter, and it can be the deciding factor!

 Even the minority can alter how people think

 Votes can be a barometer of how popular issues actually are, even in a losing cause. It shows those in power that people do care, and do want to participate. It can influence messaging in future elections and change how people feel about an issue.

It is easy to feel dispirited after losing an election, yes. But the results can still be a sign that times are changing. Think about the hard work activists put in to get women the vote, at a time when even a lot of women didn’t think it appropriate. Making change happen means letting everyone know that support exists, and it may help change people’s minds in the future!

 Elections affect everyone

 The policies that come out of city halls and school boards affect all people in our city. Municipalities are responsible for transit, local by-laws, and a huge number of other issues that will affect every citizen regardless of age, gender, neighbourhood, or socioeconomic status…

This means politics affect youth, too! If politicians see that one type of voter isn’t civically active (*ahem*Millennials*ahem*), it makes it easier to ignore what they care about. Why should they, if they only need to count on one generation putting them in office? Remember, elections are a two-way street!

 Democracy is at all levels of community living

 Democracy doesn’t reside exclusively in Parliament Hill, Queen’s Park, or City Hall. It’s how we govern our schools, too, and how we pressure the powers that be to put change into effect. Whenever you sign a petition, or march in protest, or write a letter to your elected officials, you are participating in democracy – and so is voting! Your vote matters because the act of voting is a strong signal to the people in power, and this signal can be felt at all levels.

 To stay healthy, democracy needs only a few minutes of your time

 Unfortunately, many people don’t think this is true. Turnout for municipal elections in many places last election season was a historic low, and candidates in many communities across Ontario are finding themselves uncontested in their bids for office this year. But to keep our elections free, we need to have a population that engages with their inalienable rights!

The right to vote is something generations of soldiers, activists, and trailblazers have fought to keep free and expand to everyone. A true representative democracy in Canada is less than a hundred years old, but so many of us have already taken it for granted. If only half of us turn out to vote, what does that say about public engagement? What does it say about how we see the community around us? Your vote matters because you matter, and one of the easiest ways to influence your community takes only a few minutes of your time!

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School Trustees 101

School boards set goals for students and make strategic plans for the for education across the province, are made up of a team of elected officials. These elected officials are known as trustees, and their positions will be on the ballot this October!

What Is A School Trustee?

A school trustee is a member of a local school board, and they represent their community, similarly to how a councillor represents a ward for the city. In fact, school boards are separated into wards based on geography, too! From among themselves, trustees will elect a chairperson who will preside over board meetings and can express the views of trustees to the senior managers of the board, including the Director of Education. The representatives of these geographic regions advocate for the school-related issues about which their community cares, through the following duties and guidelines:

Attend board and committee meetings as part of the team of other elected members

Develop and vote on board policies

Approve budgets and capital expenditures, including renovations, new schools or facilities, and school closures and amalgamations

Conduct their duties in accordance with provincial policy

Make sure that all students, regardless of identity or background, are given the opportunity to succeed

Act as a community leader, while making choices that are in the best interests of their constituents

In London, there are four boards: the London Catholic District School Board, the Thames Valley District School Board, Conseil scolaire catholique Providence, and Conseil scolaire Viamonde. Regardless of the board, the community can influence the direction their school board takes on issues through school board trustees.

School Board Elections: Why They Matter

A school board trustee is supposed to represent their community in the decisions they make on issues related to education. The way the public has their say is through elections every four years, as part of the municipal election. This year, the election is on October 22 for a term that will end on November 22, 2022.

A lot can happen in four years! You’re not just heading to the ballot box with one important decision to make  – your vote will help shape the direction of London schools, too. Voting for the school board trustee is no less important than other positions, especially for those who have or will have school-aged children. Before casting a vote, read what the candidates have to say and think about how their beliefs will affect your children!  Elected trustees should represent their communities as effectively as possible, but this can only happen if people get out and vote!

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Ranked Voting: An Infographic

Electipedia.ca has released a helpful infographic explaining the ranked voting system that is to be used in the upcoming municipal election.  It includes details on how to fill out your ballot, and explains how the winners are calculated.  Take a look:

Download the infographic by right clicking on the image and selecting “Save image as…”. On mobile, touch the image and wait for a context menu to appear. You are welcome to download or share the infographic.

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What Is City Hall Responsible For?

When a municipal election comes up, the average voter will probably know who is running for mayor and who is running for councillor of their ward. The average voter should also know what the London Mayor and Council are responsible for, and what’s out of their reach politically. Having this knowledge could make a huge difference on election day!

City Hall’s Responsibilities in London Ontario

Photo by Ken Lund

In Ontario, there are at least three, sometimes four, levels of government, each with different responsibilities: local governments like cities, towns, villages, and townships, counties, regional municipalities, and districts (in northern Ontario); the provincial government, and the federal government. Sometimes their duties overlap, but each level has its own areas of responsibility.  Oftentimes regions and counties may offer shared services to municipalities within their boundaries; although London is technically the seat of Middlesex county, the city and county operate separately.

City Hall (formally the Corporation of the City of London) is the most immediate level of government in our city, and is responsible for a lot of what happens in your immediate neighbourhood, including:

Parks

Community projects

Libraries

Roadways and public transportation

Arts and culture events

Police and fire services

Administration and delivery of the Ontario Works social assistance program

The city also has the power to collect municipal taxes (generally via property taxes) and assume credit (loans) in order to fund services or capital projects or to ask for provincial or federal funding.

First Among Equals: The Mayor

The mayor is elected separately from other members of council and often acts as the chief spokesperson for the city to other levels of government and the public at large. The Mayor presides over (“chairs”) council meetings to make sure that everything runs smoothly, order and decorum is maintained in the council chambers, and ensures (with the help and advice of the clerk) that motions and votes are properly executed and recorded. The mayor also promotes the city, representing it at municipal events and to the world at large.

Think of the mayor as the CEO of the city, whose job is to provide the leadership that moves the company in the direction agreed upon by the majority of the shareholders (voters).

The Mayor has the power to:

Call special council meetings

Expel people from meetings for improper conduct

Sign by-laws that have been passed at meetings chaired by the Mayor

Provide information and leadership to Council while respecting its duties

When the council is in session, the Mayor is usually sitting at the head, ensuring that votes are undertaken. Most municipalities in Ontario have “weak mayor” systems, wherein the mayor, like everyone else on the council, only has one vote and must get the support of the majority of councillors to pass budgets, bylaws, and resolutions.

The Body of City Hall: London Ontario Council

As voters, you are the “shareholders” of the city, and as such cast your vote to have a say in how the city is run. You do this through municipal elections, which decide the mayoral representation of the city at large, and the councillor that who will represent your ward or district. They must:

Consider the needs and desires of the people they represent

Evaluate and develop the programs and policies of the municipality

Determine which services will be provided by city government

Make sure that everything is carried out with transparency and under city and provincial guidelines

Develop policies and recommend spending through participating (and chairing) committees of council and external boards

It’s important before stepping into that voting booth and putting an ‘x’ next to any name, to know what that person can actually do. This way, you’ll know what promises are realistic, what isn’t, and how your municipality actually works! If you enjoy learning about your municipal government and are looking to get up to date information on london ontario elections candidates.

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Okay, but do I have to pick three candidates on my ballot?

So, you’ve visited Electipieda.ca, scoured Twitter, gone to candidate meetings, and know the issues that matter to you. Great! But what if you really only like one or two candidates for mayor or council? Do you have to make three choices on the new ranked ballot?

We’ve gotten this question (or variants on it) a few times now, so here’s the answer: No, your ballot will not be spoiled if you choose less than three candidates. If three or more candidates are running for a seat and you only want to make one or two choices, go for it.

The ranked ballot (or instant runoff, single transferable vote… this approach has a lot of names) is designed to give you more choice, not less. So go forth and mark your choices! Or choice. It’s up to you.

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The Importance of Municipal Politics

In Canada, we pay a lot of attention to provincial and municipal politics. The news is filled with the intrigue and drama of parties and politicians, and many of us have strong opinions on what’s going on in Ottawa or Toronto. But what about at the local level of municipal politics? Do you know who your member of City Council is? Do you know what they stand for when it comes to infrastructure, arts funding, and/or transit programs? Read on for more great election information from Electipedia.

When it comes to politics, some of the actions that impact us the most happen at a municipal level. It’s also where you can have a direct, personal impact!

What is Your Municipality Responsible For?

There are three levels of government in Canada:

Federal: represented by your Member of Parliament

Provincial: represented by your Member of Provincial Parliament

Municipal: represented by your Councillor

It’s the last of these that need your involvement the most. The government of a district, town, or city, the municipality is responsible for much in your day-to-day life. Roads, parks, local police and fire departments, transit, parking, libraries, community centres, and water systems are all tended to by the municipal government, and this is just some of the list!

Funding for these things often comes from two places: property taxes and grants from the provincial or federal governments. A city or town council can choose to request funding from higher levels of government, but they’re still responsible for making plans and taking action.

It’s obvious why municipalis, Latin for “citizen of a free town”, gives this level of government its name. Whether it’s taking care of trees, having roads repaved, or funding local library programs, funding and by-law decisions are made by people who could be your neighbours. People that live in your town write by-laws, make the final calls, and ultimately do the grunt work that makes your town what it is. This means you are more likely to get their ear, as they’re not governing far away.

Regular people also decide who gets to make these decisions, and this is why getting involved in municipal politics is so important.

How Can You Get Involved in Municipal Politics? It’s Easy!

Whether you want to see a change in your community or you want to protect what’s already there, municipal politics is the easiest forum in which to get involved. Here are some of the ways you can take action:

Read local news: Subscribe to a local paper and read it front to back. You’ll notice how much goes on in your community! Even if you don’t agree with what some of the writers say, you’ll still be in the know and can make informed decisions and opinions.

Write to your local paper: Letters to the editor can broadcast your opinion and engage with your community. You might just find like-minded people who thought they were alone!

Meet your Councillor: Local government is made up of people who live and work in your community. Get to know them better! If you disagree with them, it’ll make your choice easier come election time. You can also attend candidate debates to understand your decision better.

Grassroots politics: Ordinary people from a neighbourhood, district, or another area banding together is called “grassroots organization”. Getting people to sign a petition, writing to councillors, raising money for local causes, and even protesting are all examples of grassroots political action.

Make sure you vote: We often say “if you don’t vote, don’t complain” whenever there’s a provincial or federal election. Well, the same should be thought of for municipal elections, too! Whether it’s for mayor, council, or school board, voting doesn’t take long but can make a big difference.

Attend City Council meetings: It can be quite a chore to attend council meetings as an ordinary citizen. But if there’s an issue up for debate that impacts you and means a lot, you can often come out to support your side. Sometimes the floor is open to regular people, and you can address Council personally.

Run for office: If you want to see change, be the change!

A healthy democracy requires people who are engaged with issues that affect them, not just the issues that get the most time on national TV. It’s easy to be distracted from it, but you can make a huge difference by making even small efforts to engage with your community. Politics doesn’t start in Queen’s Park or in Parliament – it starts in your own backyard!

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London Ontario Mayor

What's the new voting system being implemented by the City of London for the upcoming election? London is the primary city in Canada to make use of a ranked ballot  strategy to elect the mayor and city council. This sort of system can have several names, including a preferential poll or on the spot runoff ballot. How is this different from earlier elections? All previous elections have been run below the first past the put up system, or winner takes all. Utilized in provincial and federal elections, first previous the submit lets voters choose a single candidate for an office. The candidate with the most votes wins the election. The place there are greater than two candidates operating on a ballot , it's doable for a candidate to win without claiming the majority of votes cast. A ranked ballot  lets voters choose candidates so as of preference. (In London, voters will rank their top three candidates for mayor and councillor.) If nobody candidate was the first selection on greater than 50% of the votes forged, the bottom ranked candidate is “dropped” from the ballots. Any ballots cast the place the dropped candidate was the first alternative will be recounted with the second choice candidate being counted (sometimes known as vote redistribution). If there are more than three candidates, this can be repeated until the redistributed votes show a clear winner.

What are the benefits of the ranked poll? Candidates could also be keen to engage on extra points of their platforms, with the intention to attraction to a broader array of voters. In turn, this may diversify and enrich the conversations between candidates, and between candidates and voters. If voters usually tend to really feel their voices can be heard by using a ranked poll, it may help improve voter engagement within the election course of (and finally improve voter turnout and understanding of vital local issues). What are the drawbacks? Money and time. The Metropolis of London will spend virtually $250,000 more - roughly double the cost - on this election than it did in 2014, due at the very least partly to the modifications in know-how required for ranked ballots. It is also potential that votes might take extra time to rely, meaning the final consequence may not be identified for a day or more after the election is complete. Is anybody else doing this? London is the first jurisdiction in Canada to maneuver to a ranked ballot. The cities of Cambridge and Kingston are holding referenda on election day to maneuver to comparable systems. If adopted, they will follow swimsuit for the next municipal election in 2022.

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