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One objector here on behalf of her parents, who had concerns about their ditch. Says her brother in the same area, has a number of sump pumps running. #cbctb #Tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 11:16:58 PM
No supporters come forward, but a couple of objectors raise their hands. #cbctb #TBay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 11:11:11 PM
Planning dept. says it has just received list of issues from outside agencies, and will be summarized before final approval in June. #cbctb #tbay #tbcc

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 11:03:22 PM
Developers admit there are groundwater issues in the area, incl. at neighbouring Nova Cres. Proponents are saying waterflow will go east and towards ravine area. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 11:01:54 PM
Next up is a draft plan of subdivision for the west side of 20th Side Rd, would be 24 single detached lots with city water and septic. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 10:58:18 PM
Hearing from set of neighbours who have concerns about development at Secord and Foley St area. #cbctb #TBay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 10:44:41 PM
Now onto a #tbcc planning meeting. First up is rezoning of 110 and 118 Secord St in #TBay . 4-unit apartment building proposed for the lot. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 10:43:53 PM
#TBay Anti-Racism committee presents (early) to #tbcc to update its terms of reference, and on project to create resource guide for Indigenous students in city. #cbctb https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DeUSWDdWsAENSFG.jpg

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/28/2018 10:20:34 PM
I won’t be news tweeting until #tbcc on Monday. Until then, enjoy the view from my hotel room in #Toronto #cbctb https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dd_bCAdU0AA-8HC.jpg

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/24/2018 9:06:34 PM
Question from @MattVis on quote from Wynne from 4 yrs ago on her “success” if #ROF not going by now. She says lots done, work ongoing. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:27:47 PM
First question on how secure seats are in #TBay . Been long held by Liberals. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:22:30 PM
Final point is the 4-laning of Trans Canada Hwy throughout all of #Ont . First time this all came up was at @noma_nwo in #Kenora a few weeks ago. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:21:30 PM
Mauro now speaking really fast, on creation of jobs at #TBay Bombardier plant. Touts investment in mass transit as local benefit. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:20:10 PM
Not sure of the connection, but a number of #TBay firefighters are serving as the backdrop. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:18:55 PM
Now hearing from #TBay -#Atikokan MPP Bill Mauro, touting Wynne’s leadership. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:17:32 PM
Wynne says it’s an uphill climb, but she’s up to it. Says she lost her first election by 72 votes. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:16:11 PM
Wynne entered the room to a chant of “four more years” started by the guy beside me. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:14:48 PM
Now speech focuses on the difference of plans between NDP and Libs. Says lots of issues, can’t be implemented. Hammers on implementation. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:13:35 PM
Wynne says no cohesive vision for Ontario, and attacks Ford vision. #cbctb https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dd6gbGIV4AA3agN.jpg

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:12:03 PM
Talk also of @TBRHSC_NWO cardiac unit, 4-laning of highways. #cbctb #tbay

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:09:46 PM
Wynne starts off with kudos to Gravelle and Mauro, NOHFC increase in $$$$. #cbctb #tbay https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dd6fw9mUwAEQUTq.jpg

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:09:08 PM
And we’re off. Gravelle starts off talking about jobs and investments made in the north. #cbctb #tbay https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dd6ffFEV4AAuI3J.jpg

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 10:07:51 PM
This is a quick stop in #TBay , as a fellow reporter said they fly back to Toronto tonight. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 9:56:18 PM
It’s a full house at the @MichaelGravelle campaign office, waiting for @Kathleen_Wynne to arrive in #TBay #cbctb https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dd6cofUU8AA-xu-.jpg

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/23/2018 9:55:26 PM
All set to chat on @CBCSuperiorMorn about #Kenora debate last night. A little too wet to get onto the dock this AM. #cbctb https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ddef-mIXUAA1xE_.jpg

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 11:40:46 AM
At that’s the end of the evening. Full details tomorrow on @CBCSuperiorMorn and at Cbc.ca/thunderbay #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 2:11:12 AM
Closing from Kejick has a strong closer, referring to Rickford’s past record in the region, referring to fed govt prom cuts. #cbctb #kenora

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 2:08:30 AM
McKillop starts off by saying ‘Why even vote Green?’ Says politics should be civil, fully costed platform, with focus on environment and job creation. “Every green vote counts” #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 2:04:47 AM
Rickford up now, pointing out absence of current MPP, points to “inefficiencies” in the province. Says #Kenora topped infrastructure funding while he was MP. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:59:59 AM
We’re wrapping up, with closing statements from the candidates. Archer up first saying Wynne was bad, Ford is worse. “Wynne sold the cow, Ford will sell the whole farm.” #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:57:20 AM
Person with question notes Kejick at Chiefs conference today, along with Archer. Rickford invited but didn’t show. Rickford says he was on standby on Tues am and couldn’t make it late afternoon. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:49:47 AM
Final question from the floor is on what type of relationship can be expected between the MPP and Treaty 3 communities/leaders. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:48:03 AM
McKillop with Greens says, to lots of laughs, that “probably won’t be a majority” for her party. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:42:23 AM
Rickford says bringing infrastructure in the past was about putting aside the political stripes and working for community. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:41:41 AM
Final question from the floor: what if you are elected, but party is not in power...how will you serve the North? (Person I’m back says been taking place for 25 yrs.) #cbctb #kenora

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:38:15 AM
Next question from the floor is the awareness of an anti racism campaign in Ont., and how to administer it in #Kenora riding. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:31:23 AM
Kejick will answer the question by referring to highway twinning. She worked on the file as a band councillor at Shoal Lk. Says people need to see process. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:27:30 AM
Rickford says “there are significant advantages if it’s the right one.” #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:23:36 AM
First is on P3s and cuts to public services. Archer is up first, who ironically, works for the province (corrections). #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:22:28 AM
Now, we’re going to questions from the floor. Let’s see what we get! #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:21:22 AM
Some chuckles as McKillop with Greens says party would divert revenues from cannabis sales to provide funding for addiction and mental health. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:20:33 AM
Rickford says there is a shortage of funding, but communities need to be proactive to ensure $$ used in best possible way. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:15:43 AM
Archer up now. He’s read everything tonight. Everybody’s read, but some stray a bit from the script. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:12:18 AM
Now hearing about mental health care in #Kenora Kejick is up first, who ends by referencing Wabaseemoong member found in river. She says mental health funding is needed. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:11:28 AM
Liberals Kejick defends party’s past actions on hydro, some in the crowd snicker. #cbctb

by Jeff Walters via twitter 5/18/2018 1:04:46 AM

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