Canada’s Eglinton—Lawrence (Ward 16) city council candidates speak
Friday, November 3, 2006
On November 13, Torontoians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward’s councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto’s ridings is Eglinton—Lawrence (Ward 16). Two candidates responded to Wikinews’ requests for an interview. This ward’s candidates include Steven Bosnick, Charm Darby, Albert Pantaleo, Yigal Rifkind, Karen Stintz (incumbent), and Steve Watt.
For more information on the election, read Toronto municipal election, 2006.
Albert Pantaleo is self employed; he did not provide an age.
Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.
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Q: What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election?
Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
operating as Alberto Salon and Spa. Community Service and Volunteer positions include:
Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
Q: Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
Q: If you were elected as a “rookie” councilor, what would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent?
27-year-old Yigal Rifkind is a lawyer.
Q: Describe the three most important issues in your campaign.
Q:What one election issue do you feel is most relevant to your ward in this election?
Q: Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process?
Q: Why do you want to represent this particular ward on council?
Q: How are you currently involved in the community?
Q: What does Toronto mean to you?
Q: Which council decision (since the 2003 election) do you feel the city/your ward should be most proud of, and which was least desirable?
Q: If you were elected as a “rookie” councillor, What would you bring to the table beyond the incumbent?