A not-so-snap federal election!

As expected, Canadians are heading to the polls for an early federal election. The date of April 28 was announced as IMAGE was going to press for this issue, and unfortunately our next issue will be out in June. While we cannot offer a forum for candidates to present their platforms, we do encourage you to get informed and vote! Visit the Elections Canada website (www.elections.ca) for answers to questions like “How do I ensure I am registered to vote?”, “Where do I vote?”, “Who are my candidates?”. Not sure how you will vote? Many community groups will be working to help residents get to know their local candidates. Our federal ward, Ottawa-Vanier, includes the city wards of Ottawa-Vanier-Gloucester, Rideau-Rockcliffe and Beacon Hill-Cyrville; the city councillors—Stéphanie Plante, Rawlson King and Tim Tierney—have websites that are a good place to start to find local associations. In addition, you will find a long list of useful links at www.rideau.rockcliffe.ca/ourward/. Keep an eye out for other community newspapers, like Lowertown Echo, New Edinburgh News, Manor Park Chronicle, and Overbrook’s online Connexions. And of course, follow Action Sandy Hill to stay informed of candidate forums or debates. Not a member yet? Learn more about ASH membership here.  —Editor