Youth for Anita Vandenbeld for Ottawa West-Nepean

Youth for Anita: Steven Patterson

by Youth for Anita under anita vandenbeld, endorsements, nomination, ottawa west-nepean, youth

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself, and to say why I'm one of the many young people supporting Anita Vandenbeld for Ottawa West-Nepean. My name is Steven Patterson and I'm a second year Political Studies student at Queen's University. Politics is one of the first things I think about when I wake up, and the last thing I'm thinking about when I go to sleep. So its no surprise that I have volunteered on election campaigns before, but Anita stood out from the start as one of the most committed, compassionate and thoughtful candidates that I've had the pleasure of meeting.

Anita Vandenbeld is seeking the Liberal Nomination in Ottawa West-Nepean, and I warmly support her candidacy. Anita has a rare blend of impressive international credentials ,along with the ideal character for someone pursuing public office. To say she's an expert on democracy and human rights is probably an understatement, and her practical experience on the world stage speaks for itself. Beyond that, Anita is friendly, approachable and humble. I know she's in it for the right reasons, and that the people of Ottawa West-Nepean would be well served by her hard work, intelligence and local approach to politics.

Throughout the campaign I will be posting my thoughts on the nomination, political news, information on special events and also sharing the perspectives of other youth who are supporting Anita. Check back here often for updates. I encourage everyone to also check out Anita's Facebook page and official website.

Steven Patterson
Young Liberal
Vice President of External Affairs, Queen's University Liberal Association

- If you'd like to contribute to 'Youth For Anita', or to get involved in the campaign in another way, please email info@electanita.ca or fill out an online volunteer form.

Big Week for Young Liberals

by Youth for Anita under Justin Trudeau, nepena, ottawa west-nepean, young liberals

Next week is a busy one for Ottawa Young Liberals, with not one but two great events scheduled!
On Wednesday March 26th, our friends the Nepean Young Liberals will be hosting ‘An Open Town Hall for Millenials’. MP’s Ted Hsu and Scott Simms will be in attendance, answering questions on important issues like post-secondary education, employment and affordable housing. If you’re around, I strongly suggest attending this event– it will be a good chance to meet other local Liberal’s who are passionate about the issues that matter most to youth. Check out the event on Facebook here.

If that’s not exciting enough, we have just received confirmation that Justin Trudeau will be at Algonquin College on Friday March 28th for a lunchtime Q & A session! This FREE event is being hosted by the Students Association of Algonquin College, but it is also open to the public. Come and ask Justin a question about something that matters to you.

It’s so great to have Justin in our riding again, listening to what the people of Ottawa West-Nepean, especially young people and students, have to say. Please share the official Facebook event and spread the word!

We hope to see you at one or both events.

Politics, Pizza and Phoning!

by Youth for Anita under anita vandenbeld, candidate, nomination, ottawa west-nepean

Three of my favorite things...all in one night! Phone banking is one of the easiest ways to get involved and a great way to start. It is incredibly important that we reach out to as many Ottawa West-Nepean Liberals as possible before the nomination meeting. This will not only ensure that Anita gets selected as the candidate, but it will also build a base of support in volunteers, donors and supporters that will be essential to winning the general election in 2015!

Come and join Anita and her team on Thursday March 20th, 6pm - 9pm, for an evening of phoning, data entry and socializing. Bring your own cell phone or laptop. This will take place at someone's home, so call 613-726-1196 or email info@electanita.ca to get the location.

Are you of those people on Facebook? Me too!! Check out the Facebook event here.

If you can't make it Thursday but still wan't to help out , you can always email info@electanita.ca , call 613-726-1196 or fill out the volunteer form on www.electanita.ca

Is Baird Scared?

by Youth for Anita under anita vandenbeld, candidate, John Baird, Liberal Party of Canada, ottawa west-nepean, Stephen Harper

Things just got even more interesting in Ottawa West-Nepean! Did you know that in the 2011 election, Anita received the second highest vote total among non-incumbent Liberals? Anita has been gaining momentum ever since. She has been actively involved in the riding nearly full-time, speaking to thousands of people in OWN. On the heels of Anita becoming the first candidate to be green-lit for the OWN Liberal nomination, we learned that John Baird has decided NOT to seek re-election in OWN, in favor of the newly formed riding of Nepean. Frankly, I don’t blame him. Who wouldn't be scared to run on Harper’s record against such an electable and strong local candidate?

Baird’s decision certainly presents an opportunity for us in 2015, but most importantly it highlights the strength of Anita as a candidate and the extent that Justin’s focus on the middle class is resonating with Canadians. More and more I’m convinced that we are on a winning team, and I know that Anita is the candidate to make it happen. Please consider being part of the team and most importantly - start getting excited! There's so many ways for you to get involved from now right up until election day in 2015.

Check out www.electanita.ca , email info@electanita.ca or call the campaign at

613-726-1196

to get started!