Media Release - For immediate release

Ottawa-Vanier Green Party Candidate Off to an Early Start

OTTAWA (July 26, 2010) — Dave Bagler, the Green Party of Ontario’s candidate in Ottawa-Vanier and Community and Social Services critic, is proud to announce that his campaign has already visited nearly 4,000 households. With over a month to go before the start of the official campaign, Bagler and his team have already reached more voters then any Green Party campaign in the riding has before.

Working with dozens of volunteers, Bagler has knocked on doors across the riding and has been met with a great response from voters. Mr. Bagler noted, “Voters seem to want an alternative to the out-dated ideas of the old parties. Communities such as Sandy Hill, Vanier and New Edinburgh want a party that cares about their local concerns and the Green Party of Ontario is that party”.

Bagler went on to say “Time and time again people are telling me they're worried the current provincial financial crisis will cost communities those services that really bring people together. It's time for fiscal accountability. The Green Party of Ontario is committed to ensuring that services such as homecare are preserved while we tackle the budget deficit and we are the only party committed to eliminating the deficit in the next four year term.”

Dave supports the Green Party values of sustainability and community and will represent Ottawa-Vanier with compassion and accountability. Visit www.davebagler.ca to find out more.

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About Dave - Dave Bagler is a web developer in Ottawa and has put down roots in the Ottawa-Vanier community of Sandy Hill. Dave serves on the board of his neighbourhood community association and a few years ago started the annual Sandy Hill Holiday Food Drive for which he was recognized as a Sandy Hill Volunteer of the Year. Dave believes that strong local decision making is at the heart of prosperous, sustainable communities.

For further information or to arrange an interview, please contact:
Dave Bagler
Green Party of Ontario Candidate for Ottawa-Vanier
613-298-3577
davebagler@gpo.ca