Photo Credit taken by Holly Enns
I’m proud that CBC Manitoba recognized me as the first candidate to register a mayoral campaign for Winnipeg’s 2026 election.
Registering my campaign on May 1 was an important personal milestone, but it also represented something larger: a commitment to showing up, putting forward ideas and giving Winnipeg voters another choice.
In 2022, I received 0.23 per cent of the vote and finished last in a field of 11 mayoral candidates. I do not hide from that result. Instead, I see it as part of the experience that has helped me grow as a candidate, learn more about Winnipeg and develop a stronger understanding of the issues facing residents.
This campaign is about improving on that result and bringing a progressive, practical and community-focused vision to the mayoral conversation. I believe I can be a game changer in this election, and I am prepared to work hard to earn the trust of Winnipeg voters.
One of the changes I would pursue as mayor is a clearer separation between the mayor’s role and council’s work. I believe the mayor should serve as council’s speaker rather than using the council seat as a personal political platform. That change would support a more respectful, organized and accountable municipal government.
Being the first candidate to register was an honour. It gave me the opportunity to begin this campaign with purpose and confidence, and to demonstrate that new voices can take part in Winnipeg’s civic future.
I’m grateful to CBC Manitoba for including my candidacy in its election coverage. Most importantly, I’m proud to have taken this step and to be giving Winnipeg voters another option in 2026.
This reflection responds to CBC Manitoba’s article, “Winnipeg campaign season kicks off with promise of more voting flexibility on election day,” published May 1, 2026. The wording and views in this post are my own.