GUELPH – Green Party of Canada members from Wellington-Halton Hills met on May 2 and choose Ralph Martin as their candidate for the 2019 federal election.
Members had discussions on how to implement a Green Party agenda.
“Although the Green Party is often underestimated, Greens such as Elizabeth May, Peter Bevan-Baker and Mike Schreiner have persisted,” said Martin.
“By being persistent and resilient, and advocating policies that address 21st century issues, Greens are attracting more voters to engage with us.”
Martin worked on a Wellington County farm as a youth and later worked as a life insurance salesperson, truck driver, bus driver and waiter, before pursuing a formal academic education.
His PhD is from McGill University in plant science and his career as a professor and scientist started in Nova Scotia and then continued at the University of Guelph.
During the May 2 discussion, farmers pointed out they sequester carbon dioxide and should be recognized for their contributions.
“I firmly believe that we must approach each policy issue, by walking side by side with First Nations peoples,” said Martin.
“In 2019, voters in Wellington-Halton Hills will look to pragmatic Greens for a plan to restore ecological, social and fiscal resilience.”
