Amanda Robertson, school trustee, running to be Bay of Quinte’s next MPP

BELLEVILLE – Amanda Robertson, local school board trustee, will be the Ontario NDP candidate in the upcoming Bay of Quinte by-election.

An active community member with strong local roots, Robertson will take action on the big issues facing people in Bay of Quinte, from the shortage of family doctors and unacceptable ER wait times, to the urgent need for new housing that families can actually afford.

“I’m thrilled that Amanda is stepping up to serve the people of Bay of Quinte,” said Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles. “She has the experience and energy to fight for what matters, and I’m excited about the campaign ahead.”

Robertson serves as Vice Chair of Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board and is a board member and treasurer for the John Howard Society of Belleville. She lives in Belleville with her three children and husband, who is a local family doctor.

“People in Bay of Quinte deserve health care they can rely on, homes they can afford and schools that set kids up for success,” added Robertson. “I’m running to bring our local solutions to the table, give our communities a stronger voice and to get results for working people.”

“Doug Ford has spent six years putting his friends and insiders first, while things have only gotten harder for everyday working people.” concluded Stiles. “This by-election is our chance to send him a message and elect a strong new voice to represent communities here in Bay of Quinte.”

Robertson’s nomination will be confirmed by local members at a nomination meeting tomorrow.

Election Day is Thursday, September 19th.

FURTHER INFO:

• Amanda Robertson is a school board trustee representing Belleville/Thurlow, and vice chair of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.
• Robertson’s deep involvement in the local community includes sitting on the board of directors for the John Howard Society of Belleville and coaching the Belleville Spirit Boys basketball team.
• This by-election was triggered after the abrupt resignation of Todd Smith last Friday. Smith had represented the riding as MPP for the past 13 years.
• The Ontario NDP finished second in Bay of Quinte in the past two provincial elections.
• Stiles has made frequent visits to Bay of Quinte since becoming party leader last year.

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