In anticipation of the October 26, 2026 municipal elections, No Hate in Huron reached out by email to all candidates for municipal office in Huron County and asked them the following question:
“If elected, how would you help your municipality and the wider Huron County community address discrimination and organized hate, including white-supremacist, white-nationalist, and neo-Nazi activity?“
Click here for the full text of the email we sent to each candidate on September 19, 2026.
The table below provides a complete record of the responses we received. Responses are published in full as submitted. Publication does not indicate endorsement of, or by, any candidate.
Of the 113 candidates in the 2026 municipal election for Huron County, 105 (92.9%) had readily-accessible emails to contact and 8 (7.1%) had to be contacted through either their deputy clerk or vote-specific emails for their respective regions.
In total, 49 (43.4%) candidates responded to our question and 56 (49.6%) did not. Within candidate responses, we looked at what actions came up most frequently. 23 (20.4%) candidates discussed speaking out about hate, 23 (20.4%) discussed education and awareness, 16 (14.2%) discussed collaborating with or getting assistance from law enforcement, and 15 (13.3%) discussed services and resources to support combating hate.
Other common themes included collaborating with community organizations (n=15, 13.3%), policy approaches (n=13, 11.5%), collaboration and partnerships broadly (n=14, 12.4%), and dialogue or listening (n=14, 12.4%).
Positive messaging emerged; candidates discussed goals, or existing attributes, of the Huron area. 25 (22.1%) emphasized safety, 22 (19.5%) emphasized community, 21 (18.6%) emphasized respect, 19 (16.8%) spoke about being welcoming, and 14 (12.4%) spoke about inclusion.
We understand people are busy, and may also have missed our email. We are also grateful to those who were able to reply. We are accepting late submissions. Submission received after the deadline will be published in batches and noted with an asterisk (*).
Page last updated: October 7, 2026 2020h
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2026 Municipal Candidates’ Responses
| Candidate Name | Municipality | Position Seeking | Response |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Robinson | Central Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Alison Lobb | Central Huron | Councillor | I am surprised and disappointed that such an issue even appears possible in our rural landscape. I do not support such propaganda and am concerned that giving it this kind of publicity gives it more attention than it should. My career has been in community development and education and I have found the people of Huron to be very civic minded. The County has always been a welcoming community and I hope it will continue to be so. |
| Alvin McLellan | Huron East | Mayor | To speak against hate. I will not tolerate any form of hate, directed at anyone. Hate has no place, in Huron County |
| Anita van Hittersum | North Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Ben Van Egmond | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Mayor | If elected Mayor of ACW Township, I would make it clear that hate, discrimination, racism, and organized extremist activity have no place in our community. Municipal government has a responsibility to ensure that everyone who lives in, works in, or visits our community is treated with dignity and respect. I would support community organizations and educational initiatives that promote inclusion, understanding, and respect, and I would encourage open dialogue with residents and organizations working to address discrimination and hate. Where activity crosses into criminal behavior or threats to public safety, I believe municipal leadership should work closely with the appropriate police and other authorities rather than ignore the issue. Most importantly, I believe leadership starts with setting the right example. As Mayor, I would treat every resident fairly, listen to concerns, speak out against discrimination, and work to build a community where people feel safe, welcome, and respected. I believe there is room for everyone in our community—except hate. |
| Bill Vanstone | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Deputy Mayor | There is no room for hate of any kind this is what ruins a community I don’t need many words to tell people what I believe . I believe we treat everyone as we would like to be treated ourselves if everyone is treated fairly every thing will be good. we do not bully people or be Hurtful in anyway .. the good lord put us here as equals so respect everyone and be kind |
| Bill Whetstone | Bluewater | Mayor | No response received by deadline. |
| Brad Carther | North Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Brian Heagle | Bluewater | Councillor | I have zero tolerance for any form of discrimination and hate. As Councillor, I will always stand up for the well-being and safety of our communities, whenever threatened locally or regionally. A municipality should also not be silent. It must uphold and defend shared values of the people it serves (while recognizing that anti-discrimination laws are enforced and hate crimes are dealt with at senior levels of government and by police services). Leading by example is essential. With Council oversight, Bluewater must ensure that its operations, services and programs are inclusive with effective no-tolerance training, policies and practices for discrimination and hate. Listening and learning continuously will help inform my decision-making. That includes staying connected with No Hate in Huron and the police. Despite progress, discrimination and hate persist. As a municipal leader, I will use my voice to amplify and protect a welcoming, respectful and safe Bluewater for everyone. |
| Brian Kellow | Bluewater | Councillor | It is my view that the best response to ugly, hateful speech is better speech. Obviously, there are activities that may be criminal and these should be prosecuted to full extent of the law. But “better speech” requires us to engage publicly, call out hatred and bigotry, speak in favour of tolerance and the obligations good people have to each other. Our right to speak freely invigorates our other rights, casts light into the shadows where hatred hides, it identifies the weakness of the hateful and the cowardice of those who’s ideology is so fragile it can only respond to criticism with threats and pathetic slogans. Responsibility to confront and call out prejudice is not the job of elected officials only, it’s the minimum response from all who want to live in a good society. |
| Charles Oliver | Goderich | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Chris Garnier | Goderich | Councillor | If elected, I would support a firm, community-wide approach to discrimination and organized hate. I would work to ensure that municipal bylaws and policies are clear, current, and enforced consistently, while cooperating with Huron County, law enforcement, community organizations, and other levels of government when concerns extend beyond the municipality’s authority. I would speak out against white-supremacist, white-nationalist, neo-Nazi, and other hate-based activity, and support education and community initiatives that promote respect, inclusion, and public safety. Canada is a multicultural country, and our communities are stronger because of the contributions made by people of different races, cultures, faiths, and backgrounds. Hate and discrimination have no place in Goderich or the wider Huron County community, and every resident should feel safe, respected, and welcome. |
| Chris Palmer | North Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Conlan Melady | Huron East | Mayor | At every opportunity I would absolutely condemn such beliefs and actions, and advocate that they should be weeded out root and stem from our community like the cancer they are. I would also look into putting on educational events to bring the different members of our community together no matter their background, and work closely with law enforcement as necessary to ensure our community is safe and prosperous for everyone. |
| Dan Hayden | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | I never imagined in my lifetime that discrimination and organized hate would be an election issue in Huron County. I find it disappointing white-supremacist and white-nationalist groups have been reported locally, probably because I don’t want to believe it. It’s understandable if folks may have experienced some kind of life event that shaped their views. However, spreading fear and hate throughout our communities is inappropriate and insulting. I’m feeling intimidated just typing this response thinking about folks who may judge it. I can’t imagine how folks with a different skin colour feel when they live, visit, and work throughout our communities. Our kids need us to do better. “no elected official within Huron County has issued a statement explicitly and unequivocally denouncing neo-Nazi and white supremacist ideology”. Let’s influence government to address this discrimination and organized hate. Let’s rephrase that sign to: “Welcome. Please respect our Canadian values and flag.” |
| David Armstrong | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| David Errington | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| David B Heffer | Morris-Turnberry | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| David Jewitt | Central Huron | Deputy Mayor | As Deputy Mayor of Central Huron, I believe I have a clear responsibility to speak firmly against discrimination, organized hate and intolerance in all its forms. I am committed to fulfilling that responsibility and to adhering to the Codes of Conduct for members of Council for both the Municipality of Central Huron and the County of Huron. There is no place in our community for hatred, discrimination, harassment, intimidation or violence. Every person deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued, regardless of their identity or beliefs. I will continue to stand against hate and discrimination and to support a community where people can live and work, with dignity and without fear. |
| Dianne Diehl | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Dianne Faubert | South Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Debbie Ritchie | North Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| E.J. Bauer | Bluewater | Councillor | I believe everyone in our community deserves to feel safe, respected and welcome—and that hate has no place in Huron County. If elected, I will speak clearly against discrimination, hate group activity and organized hate. I will also focus municipal action where it can make a real difference: supporting inclusive community spaces, listening to residents, working with community organizations and police services when legitimate concerns arise, and ensuring municipal programs and services are accessible and respectful to all. We won’t solve hate by ignoring it—or by dividing our community further. We solve it by standing up for our neighbours, educating where we can and building a community where everyone knows they belong. I love Bayfield, and I want everyone who calls Huron County home to feel the same. |
| Liz Petrie | Goderich | Councillor | As you are aware, the Town of Goderich Council passed a resolution rejecting intolerance and hate on October 21, 2024. There is zero tolerance for this in our community and certainly in my own personal life. In a world where so much anger and hostility exists, we must do better on all fronts. Working together with my colleagues, town staff and others to prevent it creeping in, is paramount. I cannot do anything about signage that is outside my municipal boundaries but as you are aware, signage of that nature was removed within our community. Kindness and respect need to return to the table. |
| Emilly Girodat | South Huron | Councillor | Hate and discrimination have no place in South Huron. That includes white-supremacist, white-nationalist, and neo-Nazi groups. If elected, I would listen to residents, take their concerns seriously, and bring them to council. I would support rules that make sure people are treated fairly when using municipal services and facilities or working for the municipality. I would work with council, staff, police, and local groups to address problems and help people find support. Everyone deserves to feel safe and welcome here. |
| Evan Hickey | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Mayor | No response received by deadline. |
| Evan Zinn | Howick | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Everett Smith | Central Huron | Councillor | If elected, I would make it clear that there is no place in Central Huron or Huron County for discrimination, racism, or organized hate. As local leaders, we have a responsibility to speak up when these issues arise and to support residents who are affected. I would encourage municipalities, schools, community organizations, and law enforcement to work together on education, awareness, and appropriate responses to hate incidents. I also believe municipal policies and services should be accessible and fair to everyone. Residents should know where they can report discrimination, raise concerns, and find support when they need it. A strong community is one where people can live, work, and participate without being targeted because of who they are. I would do my part as a councillor to promote respect, listen to residents, and work with others to address hate and discrimination when it occurs. |
| Fred deBoer | North Huron | Councillor | I totally against all discrimination and organizad hate groups. I’m Christian background, don’t believe in discrimination and hate groups. If l can l would love to dismantle all hate groups, theirs no place for these groups on earth. |
| George Finch | South Huron | Mayor | I spent 30 years of my life serving as a front line OPP Officer enforcing the laws of Canada for the residents of Huron County and beyond. There is no room in society for those who discriminate or want to spread hate anywhere. If the matter were to surface in my jurisdiction I would expect and demand that the OPP take the appropriate action to remove it and address it with enforcement. All citizens have a right to belong to a peaceful society and it is everyones responsibility to oppose any hatred against any individual or group. I am pleased to see that Bill C-9 has been supported and provides the tools for police to deal with those committing hate crimes. In the event there was a hate crime I would expect the OPP to provide an educational component on the topic in their media releases. |
| Glen McNeil | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | I am a firm believer, and I consistently say, that everyone is welcome in ACW and Huron County. Everyone belongs and I I support equity, diversity and inclusion. |
| Gord Leamen | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Greg Lamport | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Heather Ashwin | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Hilary Machan | Huron East | Councillor | As a community, we need to make sure that everyone feels safe. I would speak out against any hate motivated incidents and support the efforts of No Hate in Huron to educate residents and combat white supremacist activities and ideologies. In the past, I have personally had to call out people who have made racist comments. We need to ensure that we have a safe and caring municipality for all our residents, regardless of skin colour, nationality or religion. We are all people. We are all human beings. We all deserve to live without fear in our community. Together, we are better. |
| Jacob Bjerg | Goderich | Councillor | Biggest thing to me is advocating for organizations (such as NHIH, HCP) and allowing them to take up space and provide assistance where possible. Providing education to the public and having constructive conversations around the history of such organizations can help the further population too. |
| Jason Becker | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Jenn Cox | Central Huron | Councillor | As a current member of Council, I can say that Central Huron participates in the Community Safety and Well-Being for Huron campaign, which I believe addresses many of the same issues your website discusses and demonstrates our desire to have safe and welcoming communities. Each Municipality meets regularly as part of the Committee and continually shares information from this website: https://cswbhuron.ca/community-security/#about I encourage all residents to review the resources and supports available on the website. I will also continue to support the county-wide I Am Huron initiative by attending events, sharing information, promoting inclusion, welcoming, and supporting new and current members of our community. It is my hope that by being involved in and sharing these positive community-based initiatives, I can play a small part in silencing the other fear-based and hate-motivated voices. |
| Jim Dietrich | South Huron | Deputy Mayor | No response received by deadline. |
| Joan Bradley | Bluewater | Councillor | As a potential elected councillor, it would be my responsibility to protect the rights of all citizens as per the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. As per section 12 of the Charter, “Everyone has the right not to be subjected to any cruel and unusual treatment or punishment.” It is a complex, difficult issue to address hate but ensuring that municipal policy and bylaws resist discrimination based on race, origin, colour, religion, sex, age or mental or physical disability. My hope is that all citizens feel valued and safe in their community. |
| Joey Groot | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| John Bruce Williams | Huron East | Councillor | Absolutely! No room for HATE. |
| John Thompson | Goderich | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Jonathan Hugill | Huron East | Mayor | No response received by deadline. |
| Justin Morrison | Huron East | Councillor | As a municipal councillor, I would work to ensure Huron East remains a safe and welcoming community where discrimination and organized hate have no place. This means supporting motions and initiatives that clearly condemn hate-based activity while supporting practical prevention and community safety measures. I would encourage collaboration between the municipality, Huron County, law enforcement, schools, community organizations, and residents to identify concerns early, improve reporting and awareness, and ensure people targeted by hate know where to seek support. I would also support reviewing municipal policies and facilities to ensure public resources are not used to promote organized hate. |
| Kate Krouskie | Goderich | Councillor | It’s unfortunate that in this day and age that we need groups like No Hate in Huron. I’m disappointed to say the division extends beyond white supremacy, and even worse some that demand respect are showing inappropriate behaviours themselves. The old saying “treat others how you would like to be treated” still rings true. I’ve heard and have felt the non inclusion myself. Goderich and all of Huron County ought to be safe and welcoming to everyone. Our community should not be divided by race, colour, gender, religion, status, age, ability or any other reason. I believe everyone is equal and should be treated with respect. Citizens need to get to know each other as individuals rather than generalizing and believing rumours. Part of my goal is to speak up for those who are afraid or uncomfortable and ensure inclusion and quality of life. I will advocate for each and everyone that feels excluded. |
| Kaushik Patel | Central Huron | Councillor | Well it’s a right question asked and if I am elected I would try to make a difference by explaining that every country’s culture, religion’s ,languages and lifestyle is different. Many times there is a misunderstanding with language pronunciations, body languages and many more things which we all have to learn to make Canada a strong and beautiful country to live in. |
| Ken Zelazny | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | I believe every person in ACW deserves to feel safe, welcome and respected in their community. Discrimination, intimidation and organized hate have no place here or anywhere in Huron County. If elected, I would listen to residents, take concerns seriously, ask questions, understand the facts and work within the municipality’s responsibilities to address issues appropriately. Where matters involve threats, criminal activity or conduct beyond the municipality’s authority, I would support working with the appropriate agencies and levels of government. I believe leadership starts with setting the right tone. I am not a supporter of dividing our community into “us” and “them.” We can disagree without attacking or demeaning one another. I would treat every resident fairly and with dignity, regardless of their background, beliefs or identity. I am running to represent all of ACW—not one group or point of view. My commitment is to help build a safe, welcoming and prosperous community for everyone. |
| Kevin Bate | North Huron | Councillor | If elected, I would support practical, community focused steps to help our municipality and Huron County address discrimination and organized hate. My approach begins with ensuring our policies, facilities, and public spaces are welcoming, safe, and respectful for all residents. I would work with staff, community groups, and partner organizations to strengthen education, awareness, and prevention efforts, and to ensure residents know how to report concerns. I would also support clear, consistent responses when hateful activity occurs, including cooperation with law enforcement when necessary. Most importantly, I would promote a culture of respect by listening to residents, encouraging open dialogue, and reinforcing that discrimination and hate have no place in our community. My goal is to help maintain a safe, inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. |
| Kevin Falconer | North Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Kevin Freiburger | Morris-Turnberry | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| John Steffler | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Laura Goulding | South Huron | Councillor | I would be interested in receiving data that provided a clear understanding of the reach and response to divisive movements in the local and regional community along with the potential growth of these groups. Before taking a stance and being a part of finding a path forward I would like to be advised on what is known regarding the causes for the increases in the movement. Once all information is known true well-informed action can be taken. Grace must be shown to all involved including those that may be acting out of fear of things they do not understand and misinformation that they have received. |
| Lauren Rooyakkers | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Deputy Mayor | This is challenging. In the work that I do, I see the effects of implicit and explicit white privilege on people of colour, and people across the gender and sexuality spectrum. As a white, heterosexual woman, I have to monitor my white privilege and check in to see if what I am saying crosses boundaries – trying to make the conversation as safe and open possible. I have also come across people (personally and through stories) who feel entitled and threatened that their way of life is being stolen from them and they defend it – defying laws, bylaws, code of conduct processes, and social norms that society depends on for consistent, predictable, and organized way of life. As a municipal leader, we need to advocate for resources from the provincial and federal government for grassroots organizations and municipal governments to monitor and take action. Reading about Richmond, Saskatchewan highlights how hard this is – https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/richmound-mayor-stepping-down-miller-9.7364486 |
| Lisa Glanville | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| MacKenzie Deuschle | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | If I am elected as Councillor in ACW, I will continue to spread kindness and be respectful to everyone who lives here. For me, there is simply no room for anything less. How we treat people matters, and the message we put out in our community matters. We may not be able to control what people choose to believe or do, but we can choose how we respond, even when there are limits to what our Township can do. I’ll advocate for keeping ACW a welcoming and safe place for everyone — by listening, asking questions and having the hard conversations, and hopefully resolving conflict and repairing connections along the way. |
| Marg Anderson | Central Huron | Mayor | No response received by deadline. |
| Matthew Van Ankum | Howick | Councillor | I think you would actively discourage rascism and intimidation. It’s every one’s job to stand up for those who can’t. Who do these groups pick on? immigrants, women the disadvantaged? Ensure hate group are not using public facilities, identify whose job is it to corral the problem. Is it the OPP, is there a “no hate” commission? Where does freedom of speech overlap intimidation of a person or group and not allow the victim to express who they are? It is disappointing when 2 or more ignorant people come together and form a stupid idea, every one wants to belong to something. And these Hate groups attract lonely disenfranchised angry youth. They give them a group/gang to hang out with. These same people require a healthy alternative, and honestly this gets overlooked and under funded . |
| Maureen Cole | South Huron | Mayor | Would start with discrimination, as an example, get rid of gang showers in new dressing rooms at SHRC, and replace with single showers. It starts out small, but sends a big message |
| Megan Goss | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Michael DeCorte | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Michel Starenky | Howick | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Mike Miller | Morris-Turnberry | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Mike Nichols | Howick | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Mitch Wright | North Huron | Reeve | No response received by deadline. |
| Murray Curran | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Kevin Doig | Howick | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Paul Bollinger | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Paul Heffer | North Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Paul Klopp | Bluewater | Mayor | We have to stand on guard for the values which make us a tolerant and accepting communities in Huron County. Discrimination of any type is not acceptable to me. I help Huron County and Bluewater by leading by example. Where it is possible, I am not afraid to have dialogue with people who believe in white supremacy and white nationalism. Fringe groups like neo-Nazis have not changed their mind when I have stood up against them, but I am not afraid to speak for the majority who do not believe in their activity. These discriminators use Freedom of Speech in their favour, so I also use that freedom to speak and call them out. When I confirm that it’s ok to stand up and resist hatred, others will also have the courage to stand against them. I have resolved to voice disapproval of their rhetoric and hate speech. |
| Patti Wilkins | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | Yes, I fully support signing the Lighthouse Accord and publicly rejecting white supremacy and discrimination because a thriving community requires safety, mutual respect, and neighborliness. By taking a clear stand against hate, we protect our shared rural values, welcome the young families and workers our economy needs, and ensure everyone feels valued in ACW. As a potential council member, my role is to ensure our township remains a safe and respectful community by upholding the law. Under Canada’s Criminal Code, hate speech and propaganda are serious legal matters. My focus on council will be ensuring municipal spaces remain safe for everyone. I will work directly with the Huron County OPP to ensure any unlawful harassment or hate speech is handled through the proper legal channels. I am committed to a fair, safe, and lawful township where the rights and safety of all residents are protected equally. * |
| Peggy Ducharme | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | If elected, I will work closely with our local law enforcement, community organizations, and county council colleagues to ensure we are fully supporting existing antidiscrimination policies and keeping public spaces safe. As a municipal councillor my role is local. I would focus on what a municipality can actually influence: • Supporting local OPP in responding to incidents of hate-motivated crime, harassment, or vandalism under existing laws. • Ensuring municipal policies and bylaws that govern public spaces, facilities, and events are applied fairly and consistently for everyone. • Raising concerns with provincial and federal partners who hold the primary tools for addressing organized extremist activity. Combatting organized hate groups is primarily a police and Criminal Code matter. Furthermore, Freedom of expression in Canada is protected under Section 2(b) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. My commitment is to help keep our own community safe, welcoming, and focused on the practical issues that affect daily life for all residents. |
| Peter Walden | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Randall McGrail | North Huron | Councillor | If elected, I would work to ensure every resident is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect, regardless of background, race, religion, or identity. I would support clear municipal policies against discrimination and hate, encourage education and community dialogue, and work with local organizations, schools, police, and County partners to address concerns early. Organized hate and extremist activity should be addressed through lawful, evidence-based enforcement and strong community cooperation. I would also listen to residents who experience discrimination and help ensure they know where to report concerns and access support. A safe, welcoming community requires everyone to take responsibility for protecting it. |
| Randy Carroll | Goderich | Deputy Mayor | As Goderich’s acclaimed Deputy Mayor, I recognize that Council must work collectively and within its authority to address hate, discrimination, and the conditions that allow them to grow. I support Council’s 2024 declaration that Goderich offers “no safe harbour for hate” and our strategic commitment to belonging. I would support community initiatives, training for staff and elected officials, and clear information on reporting incidents and finding support. Council must lead by example. Potentially criminal conduct, including threats, harassment, intimidation, or violence, should be investigated by the OPP. Through Huron County’s Community Safety and Well-Being framework, we can strengthen prevention, education, and coordination. Freedom of expression, including lawful political views, matters. I will use my voice and vote to uphold that freedom while making clear that hate and discrimination have no place in our municipal institutions or community life. |
| Randy McClure | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Raymond Chartrand | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Robert Fisher | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Rishad Dell Mohammed | Goderich | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Rosemary Rognvaldson | Howick | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Ryian McGregor | Huron East | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Scott Harris | Bluewater | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Shelley Miller-Cameron | Howick | Deputy Reeve | No response received by deadline. |
| Stacey Boyd | North Huron | Councillor | If elected, I would support practical, community-based efforts to address discrimination and organized hate in our municipality and across Huron County. I would work with municipal staff, the County, OPP, local organizations, schools and community groups to ensure residents know how to report discrimination, harassment or hate, and that concerns are taken seriously and directed to appropriate resources. I would support education and awareness initiatives that promote respect, inclusion and understanding, while encouraging open and respectful dialogue. Municipal policies, programs and public facilities should be reviewed to ensure they are fair, accessible and welcoming to everyone. Where white supremacy, white nationalism, neo-Nazism or other organized hate crosses into threats, harassment, vandalism or unlawful conduct, I would support an appropriate response through the proper authorities. My goal is to help build a community where everyone feels safe, respected and able to participate fully in local life. |
| Stephen “Buck” Hill | North Huron | Reeve | I oppose discrimination, neo-Nazism, white supremacy, and organized hatred against any group. I also believe government must apply that principle equally, regardless of race, religion, sex, sexuality, ancestry, or political belief. If elected Reeve, I would support equal treatment under the law, protect residents from genuine threats and harassment, and defend everyone’s fundamental freedoms, including freedom of expression. I also believe White lives matter, just as Black, Indigenous, Asian, gay and every other person’s life matters. Saying that should not automatically make someone a racist or a hater. Equality means equality for everyone. Municipal government should not police lawful opinions or divide residents into preferred groups. It should protect everyone’s rights equally, condemn actual hatred and violence regardless of its source, and ensure every resident receives the same respect and municipal service. |
| Steve Buchanan | Goderich | Mayor | We must reject hate in all its forms. We must lead by always by believing in the equality of every person and practicing and demanding respect for each other. |
| Ted Oke | South Huron | Mayor | If elected, I would make it clear that there is no place in our community for discrimination or any other form of organized hate. Municipal government has an important role to play in prevention, education and community safety, while recognizing that criminal activity is the responsibility of police and the justice system. I would work with Huron County, local municipalities, the OPP, schools and community organizations to strengthen awareness, ensure residents know how to report hate incidents, and support those who are targeted. I would also use our existing Community Safety and Well-Being framework to make sure hate and discrimination are part of our broader community-safety discussions. As Mayor, I would lead by example. We may not always agree with one another, but everyone in our community deserves to feel safe, respected and welcome. We should be a community where there is no room for hate. |
| Terry ‘Sumo’ Brighton | Morris-Turnberry | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Tony McQuail | Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh | Councillor | Hate speech, hate signage and hate based actions are not free speech, free expression or religious freedom. They are damaging to the sense of security and safety not only to the targeted portion of a community – but to all those in the community that support equality and inclusion. When I was a teenager, I asked my father, how Hitler and the Nazi’s could come to power. He said that ordinary Germans gave up on politics and stopped being involved and participating. Ignoring or looking the other way to hateful behaviour normalizes it and weakens a society. We have to work as a community and elected leaders to say NO to white supremacist, white nationalist and neo-Nazi activities. We need to support efforts to promote awareness, understanding and acceptance across our diversity for a thriving multicultural community that celebrates our many contributions. |
| Trevor Bazinet | Goderich | Mayor | I would work collaboratively with Council, Huron County Immigration Partnership, the OPP, schools, community organizations and residents to prevent and respond to hate. This includes supporting education and awareness, encouraging the reporting of hate-motivated incidents, and ensuring those targeted know where to access support. I believe prevention starts with education. We need to build communities where inclusion, respect, and understanding are taught and demonstrated. I would listen to those who experience discrimination and ensure their concerns are heard. I have had several conversations with newcomers through the Huron County Immigration Partnership who have felt very welcome in Huron County. There are still instances of discrimination, but they have expressed to me how much they love living here. We cannot ignore hate. We must stand together and make it clear that everyone belongs in Goderich and Huron County. |
| Trevor Seip | North Huron | Reeve | If elected i intended to lead by example and intend to be a voice and show leadership by ensuring that all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. I also intend to continue to be a voice against such acts of discrimination if I see citizens in Huron County and all other areas of the country being discriminated against. |
| Tyler Hessel | Bluewater | Mayor | No response received by deadline. |
| Vanessa Lishman | Central Huron | Councillor | As a councilor I believe Huron County must be a safe welcoming and inclusive community for everyone. I will advocate for a clear proactive council leadership that condemns all forms of hate . Addressing hate requires a combined approach : strengthening local policies partnering with community grassroots networks like No Hate in Huron and supporting educational initiatives that foster belonging. Municipalities must set a strong moral tone, ensuring our public spaces reflect mutual respect and care for one another. I will work with fellow council members residents and local law enforcement to ensure unified responses to hate incidents. By advocating for open dialogue and supporting local support networks and standing together with community members we can ensure that Huron County remains a safe compassionate place for all . |
| Vanessa McMillan | Goderich | Councillor | I will continue to work with organizations like our local immigration partnership, grass roots organizations which support newcomers, Huron County Pride and Community Living to support initiatives which promote inclusion, belonging and public awareness. Leading by example matters to me. Inviting community members to get involved in supportive initiatives is the best way to challenge hate and discrimination. I will make sure that our bylaws are up to date and enforced when it comes to hateful or discriminatory messages. I will stand up for the rights of others when I feel that they are being impeded. |
| Will Kernohan | Goderich | Councillor | I believe everyone in the Town of Goderich and wider Huron County should feel safe, welcome, and like a valued member of the community, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, or identity. White-supremacist, white-nationalist and neo-Nazi activity has no place in Huron County, and I would not be silent when residents are targeted by hate or intimidation. As a Town Councillor, I would support municipal (town and county) staff and police to ensure incidents of hate are reported and documented, and that they are addressed appropriately under the law. I support community initiatives and events that aim to educate, challenge racism, and support inclusion. I believe that discrimination is unacceptable, and I wish to work to actively build a community where everyone belongs. |
| William G. Darling | North Huron | Reeve | No response received by deadline. |
| William (Bill) Tremeer | Huron East | Councillor | Email undeliverable. |
| Winona Sangster | Bluewater | Councillor | Telling my own story of discrimination and impact on my life. The negativity and being bullied as a child has taught me to be kind to all as I never want anyone to feel the way I did in those moments. We continually advocate for our community as being inclusive and welcoming. To make our community safe we have discussions and collaborations between the municipality, community, county and emergency services including the OPP. Note the CHIP Committee has been important in communicating with emergency services and a valuable resource for our municipality. |
| Wendy McLeod-Haggitt | South Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Marissa Vaughan | South Huron | Councillor | I would continue to publicly condemn all forms of hate expressed towards any recipient, of any race, creed, colour or sexual preference, no matter which group were promoting it in the community. |
| Daryl Demaray | South Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Antonio Munion | South Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Aaron Neeb | South Huron | Councillor | I will continue to advocate for inclusion and denounce discrimination in all forms. The news that neo-nazi activity has been observed in Huron County is troubling and should be denounced by all. In Huron County and Canada, all should be welcome and feel safe regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, sexuality and ability. |
| Darren Boyle | South Huron | Councillor | I would support and advocate for existing organizations that educate the public on how to recognize these groups, the dangers of them and how to avoid them. I would also want them to provide resources that dispel myths and get actual facts on the false narratives these groups use to recruit. If necessary I would look at ways to use current bylaws to prevent public events these groups may want to hold. |
| Paul Passmore | South Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Michael Russo | Central Huron | Councillor | No response received by deadline. |
| Doug Hargrave | Howick | Reeve | No response received by deadline. |
| Marvin Grimes | Howick | Deputy Reeve | No response received by deadline. |
| Rod MacEwen | Howick | Councillor | No direct email address found. |
| Ben Blackmore | Howick | Councillor | No direct email address found. |
| Evan Renwick | Howick | Councillor | No direct email address found. |
| Jamie Heffer | Morris-Turnberry | Mayor | No response received by deadline. |
| Dana Weber | Morris-Turnberry | Councillor | No direct email address found. |