ELSA NIYONGABO
A leader who listens, cares and stands up for you
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WHY I'M RUNNING
Alta Vista is a beautiful and diverse community. It's a home to families, seniors, young people, newcomers and longtime residents, each bringing their unique perspectives to create a strong and vibrant community.
Alta Vista deserves a reliable transit system, a neighbourhood where everyone feels safe, and a community where everyone belongs.
I'm running: to listen, to serve, and to work alongside the community to make Alta Vista a thriving and safe place to call home.
LISTEN. CARE. STAND UP FOR YOU.
AFFORDABILITY
Expanding affordable housing options in our community.
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Expand access to affordable housing
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Support innovative and diverse housing solutions
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Protect existing affordable housing and prevent displacement
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Encourage new affordable housing developments.
SAFETY
Ensuring safe neighborhoods
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Advocate for safer streets near schools, including more signage, crosswalks, and traffic calming
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Prioritize road repairs and safer infrastructure
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Work with residents and community partners to address local safety concerns.
Transit
Improve Oc Transpo service reliability and expanding transit access
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Improve OC Transpo reliability, frequency, and service
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Advocate for more bus shelters, seating, and comfortable waiting areas for transit riders
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Enhance Para Transpo services.
Community services
Improve access to recreation, culture and social services
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Grow programs and opportunities for youth
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Improve library and recreation services
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Strengthen and expand bilingual programs within the community
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Enhance services, activities, and supports for seniors.
Sustainable community
Protect our natural resources to build a vibrant community
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Improve park maintenance, accessibility, and amenities
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Protect existing green spaces
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Expand and modernize playground equipment and recreational facilities.
"My experience in government has taught me the value of service and community. Now, I'm ready to give back to Alta Vista - a place that has given me so much."