Author Archives: Kevin O'Donnell

October Newsletter

Each month when it comes time to prepare this newsletter I try to strike a balance between discussing the Green issues that bring all of us together vs. talking about the meat & potatoes (um: protein and potatoes?) topics that are directly related to building a political party. This month there is simply so much [...] Continue reading

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Discussing governance in Ottawa

Over the last few months there has been a great discussion about governance in Ottawa. The candidates for mayor and city councillor have taken positions on budget processes, burrough councils, transit commissions and even mobile council committees…. Continue reading

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Green party picks Ottawa-Centre candidate

Computer programmer Kevin O’Donnell will be the Green party candidate for Ottawa-Centre in the next provincial election, after winning an uncontested ballot Wednesday night.
While O’Donnell was the only candidate to run, a ballot still had to b… Continue reading

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Video Blog: GPO Priorities for the Fall 2010 Session

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Green Party Offers Fresh Ideas for Fall Session

Green Party of Ontario (GPO) Leader Mike Schreiner remains focused on three priorities for the coming fall session: building a prosperous green economy, promoting the health and well being of all Ontarians, and empowering our local communities to make decisions that are in the best interest of their citizens. “Most Ontarians work hard to live [...] Continue reading

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It’s fall: time for fresh ideas at Queen’s Park

Queen’s Park has returned for a new session today which gives us an opportunity to think about the issues and priorities that a Green Party MPP would bring to the discussion at Queen’s Park.  I believe that what’s missing in Toronto is a consisten… Continue reading

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Hi Carleton & UOttawa: Join the Green Party today

Welcome back Carleton and UOttawa. Green Party reps be at the Carleton expo tonight and at UOttawa tomorrow to join the campus clubs in reaching out to new and returning students. If you weren’t able to make it out to say hi then here’s how to find us online. There is always something going on [...] Continue reading

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Greens have momentum in SGI

With the possibility of a fall election, the Green Party of Canada commissioned an independent poll by British Columbia-based McAllister Opinion Research in Leader Elizabeth May’s BC riding of Saanich-Gulf Islands. On the heels of national opinion polls showing the Greens gaining ground and polling very high provincially in BC, this poll shows a tight [...] Continue reading

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AIDS Walk for Life Ottawa

On September 25th I’m walking in the Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life. We’ve got a team registration going and I would love for you to join us or sponsor our team. Our fundraising goal is $300.  Join or sponsor the team online: http://my.e2rm.com/T… Continue reading

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Georges Laraque and local Green Party members show support for Capital Pride

OTTAWA — Green Party members from the Ottawa area were joined by new deputy leader Georges Laraque for the Pride Parade this past Sunday. Recognized by those lining the streets, Georges stopped frequently to shake hands, give hugs, pose for pictures, and sign autographs. “Georges is not a career politician.” said Green Party organizer for [...] Continue reading

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