As you may have heard, we've rescheduled our federal nomination meeting to October 6th at 6 PM at the Marconi Centre, 1026 Baseline Road. We're thrilled to announce that we've welcomed 100 new members to our team—proof that people are excited to join the NDP and help build the largest progressive campaign this side of the city has ever seen.
Over the past few months, our riding association has achieved several key milestones. We've made measurable progress in canvassing, fundraising, membership growth, and communications. We've also hosted successful events, including our summer BBQ and the provincial nomination meeting. Now, as we approach the federal nomination, we're excited to have two outstanding candidates vying for your support:
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Josh Bizjak
Josh Bizjak brings over 22 years of experience working with the NDP, currently serving as the Executive Director of the Douglas Coldwell Layton Foundation (Tommy Douglas' charity) and was a founding director of the Broadbent Institute working closely with Ed Broadbent for over a decade. His political journey began at a 2002 anti-war rally where he first met Jack Layton, and since then, he has played pivotal roles in numerous NDP campaigns, including the historic 2011 Orange Wave. Josh’s extensive experience in leadership positions, including as Senior Advisor to the National Director of the Federal NDP, has equipped him with the knowledge and dedication to serve the Ottawa West—Nepean community effectively. Josh has volunteered with a number of charitable organizations sharing his organizational and fundraising experience and currently serves as the treasurer of his local community association.
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Beth Prokaska
Beth Prokaska, a 28-year resident of Ottawa West—Nepean, is a retired music teacher who currently mentors new teachers with the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board. Beth has a strong record of community involvement, having contributed to both provincial and local educational committees involving equity issues and having organized music initiatives to promote student outreach in and engagement with the community. Throughout her career she has helped low income families access social services. She was also an active member in her union. Her commitment to social causes is evident through her active participation in fundraising initiatives for organizations like Christie Lake Kids and the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
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No matter who becomes our candidate, we need to be in a strong position to win. Immediately after the nomination meeting, we'll need to place a sign order, design leaflets, form our federal election planning team, and start knocking on doors. This is where we need your help.
To support our federal candidate and ensure we're ready to hit the ground running, we ask you to contribute to our Federal Election Fund. Your donation will make a difference in helping us reach voters, share our message, and win Ottawa West—Nepean for the NDP.
Thank you for your continued support. Together, we can make history.
