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Hey friends, I want to talk about something from Okotoks past: Lemonade Day. Remember Lemonade Day? If you’ve been in Okotoks for a while, you might remember this amazing event that was run before COVID hit. Kids all over town set up their lemonade stands, came up with fun business names, marketed their little “companies,”…

As a proud resident and mayoral candidate for Okotoks, I want to speak openly about one of the most pressing issues facing our town: population growth and how we manage it. Currently, the Town of Okotoks has a growth plan that targets a 3–4% growth. Growth is a normal part of any town, but how…

A Decade Ago, My Family Was Struggling About ten years ago, my wife and I were in a very difficult financial situation. We were working hard, doing everything we could to stay afloat—but it still wasn’t enough. We were worried about paying our bills. We were borrowing money from our parents just to get by.…

Election season is here, and with it comes one of the most important opportunities for residents to get informed and engaged. Join us for the Okotoks Mayoral Forum on: Tuesday, October 1, 20257:00 – 9:00 PMOkotoks Alliance Church (322183 15 St E, Okotoks)No registration required. The event will be filmed and posted online afterward. Why…

While I’ve already shared my platform and priorities with you, I also want to take a moment to share a bit more about myself. Not just what I stand for, but the path that brought me here. Because like so many of you, my journey to Okotoks wasn’t a straight path, but it’s the one…

Hey Okotoks! We’ve made some exciting updates on the website and I’d love for you to take a look. Whether you’re just starting to learn about my campaign or you’ve been following from the start, there’s now a lot more to explore and more ways to get involved. What’s New? Platform Overview You’ll now find…

Let’s talk about something we’ve all experienced. You’re driving through town, just trying to get from Point A to Point B. You’re feeling good. Coffee in hand. Maybe the sun’s shining. Maybe you even remembered your reusable grocery bags. And then… Red light.You inch forward…Red light.You try a different route…Red light.You consider giving up and…

I Hear Your Frustrations One of the issues I’ve heard the most about during this campaign is garbage collection. Whether it’s on social media, at community events, or in casual conversations, it’s clear this is a point of frustration for many, and I want you to know, I hear you. What’s Changed, and Why It’s…