Community Safety
Business Forward Approach
Business Forward Approach
Community safety isn’t just about adding more police—it’s about addressing the diverse needs of the community as a whole. This means investing in mental health services, addiction support, affordable housing, youth programs, and conflict resolution initiatives. By funding these areas, we create a more balanced and proactive approach to s
Community safety isn’t just about adding more police—it’s about addressing the diverse needs of the community as a whole. This means investing in mental health services, addiction support, affordable housing, youth programs, and conflict resolution initiatives. By funding these areas, we create a more balanced and proactive approach to safety, addressing the root causes of crime and ensuring everyone has access to the support they need. A well-rounded strategy reduces pressure on police and builds a stronger, healthier, and safer community for all.
Business Forward Approach
Business Forward Approach
Business Forward Approach
A business-forward approach to running the City of Saskatoon focuses on making the city "open for business" by fostering strong partnerships between the city, local businesses, and investors. This means creating an environment where businesses can thrive through reduced taxes, streamlined regulations, and incentives for innovation and gr
A business-forward approach to running the City of Saskatoon focuses on making the city "open for business" by fostering strong partnerships between the city, local businesses, and investors. This means creating an environment where businesses can thrive through reduced taxes, streamlined regulations, and incentives for innovation and growth. By collaborating with the private sector, we can boost job creation, attract new investments, and ensure sustainable economic development. Lowering taxes encourages entrepreneurship, making Saskatoon a hub for business activity, while partnerships help tackle challenges more efficiently, benefiting both the economy and community.
Giving Back
Business Forward Approach
Giving Back
Giving back to Saskatoon means more than just creating jobs—it's about making a real impact through coaching, mentorship, and listening to the community. By coaching, I’ve had the opportunity to guide youth, helping them grow into strong, responsible individuals. Through job creation, I’ve worked to provide opportunities that strengthen
Giving back to Saskatoon means more than just creating jobs—it's about making a real impact through coaching, mentorship, and listening to the community. By coaching, I’ve had the opportunity to guide youth, helping them grow into strong, responsible individuals. Through job creation, I’ve worked to provide opportunities that strengthen our local economy and support families. But the key to meaningful change is listening—truly understanding the diverse needs of Saskatoon’s people and ensuring no one is ignored. By focusing on inclusion and opportunity, we can build a stronger, more united city.
Focused, Real, and Ready to Lead
As a business owner, I’ve learned that the key to success is staying practical, focused, and knowing when to cut the fat. The same logic applies to city government. My platform rests on four pillars: Fiscal Responsibility, Tackling Homelessness, Boosting Police Services, and Lowering Taxes. Let's break it down:
1. Fiscal Responsibility
Saskatoon’s city management has seen some pretty shocking missteps. Projects like the Traffic Bridge replacement, originally set for $30 million, ended up costing $41 million—thanks to poor oversight and planning. The City Yard Relocation faced similar issues, with ballooning costs far beyond its initial budget.
Here’s my approach: I’ll put an immediate hiring and wage freeze on city employees. It’s time to reassess what’s really needed. Useless positions will be eliminated, saving taxpayers millions. We need smart budgeting, not endless expense reports. And no more expensive projects like the $134 million new central library without a plebiscite—let the people decide.
2. Homelessness with a Real Solution
Relocating homeless centers to where they’re out of sight and mind doesn’t solve the problem—it just moves it around. Instead of pushing services away, I propose offering a full suite of support services, including addiction recovery, mental health care, and job placement services, right within our community centers. But that’s just part of it—let’s partner with local businesses to create opportunities for these individuals, whether it’s on-the-job training or entry-level positions catered to people with diverse needs. It’s about creating sustainable paths to self-sufficiency.
3. Boosting Police Services
Our police force already does a great job, but they’re stretched thin. With rising issues around mental health and addiction, it’s time to expand their services. I’ll push to increase funding for specialized units like mental health crisis intervention teams. These units have proven effective in other cities, and it’s time we give our officers the tools they need to handle diverse situations. This isn’t just about more boots on the ground—it’s about smarter, more specialized policing.
4. Lowering Taxes and Cutting Waste
Nobody likes paying more taxes—especially when they’re funding projects that go nowhere. The council has been notorious for overspending on projects and dragging its feet on development. Take the River Landing development—overruns and delays galore.
I’ll clean up the waste by removing red tape around downtown development and other areas that are just sitting there, waiting for some smart investment. Let’s offer tax subsidies to businesses willing to invest in areas that need development. It’s a win-win—more growth, more jobs, less waste.
Let the People Decide
Big-ticket items like the library or a new stadium shouldn’t be rubber-stamped by the council without your input. I propose plebiscites on all major capital expenditures. If it’s your money, you should have a say in how it’s spent.
I’m a business owner, not a politician. I understand the value of a dollar, and I know how to make tough decisions. This platform isn’t just about cutting waste—it's about building a Saskatoon where everyone wins. So let’s have a beer and talk about how we can make this city a better place, without all the fluff.
