Paul Harris

“I find this a good way to share publicly the reasoning for why I would support you, but I also want this to explain more then just that. I want to share some of the reasons personally about why I am thankful for the presence you play into my life. I support you for the way you are willing to listen to new ideas. I support you for understanding and caring for the people of this city. I support you for sharing your ideas, without the pretenses of forcing your ideas. The list can go on and on, but the strongest reason I support you is: Everyone has a voice and you are always willing to listen.”

- Rolland Forsland

“Paul Harris has a vision of what Red Deer can be. He has the ability to articulate his vision and the tenacity to follow it through to realization.”

- Rob Gilgan

“Paul is such a great collaborator, and he cares deeply about the future of our community. We need people on Council that understand how to work well with others and be true to the citizens.”

- Louise Helder

“Cities need people who care for them in positions of leadership. Paul Harris is such a person; he’s done much to revitalize the downtown; he’s shown himself to be a person who listens to and works with others in the implementation of good ideas; and he is a staunch defender of both the environment and the people who depend on it. As a resident of Red Deer County, I spend both time and money in Red Deer so it is important to me that our city continue to grow in positive ways. Paul is a person who can and will help this growth to occur.”

- Gail Harrison

“Paul has such a good balance of business sense and social conscience that I believe he will bring an important perspective to discussions at City Council. His strong record regarding the environment, the importance of cultural opportunities and the need for economic development assures me that he will continue to contribute to discussions and decisions in a thoughtful manner with Red Deer’s healthy future as his goal.”

- Sheila McKay

“I know that Paul will bring a comprehensive perspective to City Council based on his extensive experience and leadership in business, arts and culture, philanthropy, and responsible environmental stewardship. His enthusiasm, commitment to collaboration and positive action in making Red Deer a great place to live and work will have an even greater impact through his role as a Red Deer City Councillor!”

- Ron Woodward

“Paul listens carefully to the needs of our young citizens and helps them express their desires for living in Red Deer. He gives me a reason to want to stay here and enjoy it change for the better.”

- Alison McCracken

“Paul is smart. I see his sincere and honest belief in the strength of community. He has a positive vision of what can be done. He knows the community; he knows what it takes to run a business. I know he will bring a fresh perspective and a renewed energy to Council. ”

- Blaine Newton

“Paul Harris croît dans une ville qui est saine, responsable et dynamique. Il nous le démontre par son “leadership” dans la communauté, par sa créativité et son enthousiasme. Il sera à l’écoute des citoyens et il aura mon support en tant que Conseiller Municipal.”

- Adele Poratto Mullen

“Paul Harris understands the inner workings of his community better than anyone I know. At the same time he brings a broader, multicultural world-view to his vision. He realizes that for Red Deer and Central Alberta to make its place in the ever- expanding global environment an inclusive, holistic outlook is vital to one and all. As a Central Albertan I know that the future of Red Deer is the key for all of us in the area. Having Paul Harris on City Council will provide the kind of balanced leadership that that our vibrant community will need to move forward in a positive way. I heartily endorse the election of Paul Harris to Red Deer City Council.”

- Dave More

“I have known Paul for the last five years and I have been always impressed with his vision, passion for the environment and arts, and his commitment in supporting our diverse community. I am confident that Paul can be a great asset to our community by serving as a Red Deer councillor. I whole heartily support his candidacy.”

- Halima Ali

“Paul Harris has the unique balance of an accountable small business owner with a social conscience. He will make sure that sound business practices are utilized yet will know when compassion for fellow community members is needed.”

- Lyn Radford

“A supporter of the arts, champion for the environment, and advocate for local businesses, Paul Harris gives me a reason to vote.”

- Danica Hoffart

“I would not have moved my business to downtown Red Deer if not for the work I’ve seen Paul do there already. I am 100% confident Paul will continue to make Red Deer a place I want to work in.”

- Carson Pierce

“Paul Harris gives me a reason to vote because I’ve seen his commitment to community. Our business has benefited from his experience as well as his open and thoughtful feedback; and I don’t doubt for a minute his sincerity or his resolve to ensure that Red Deer continues to be the best small-town-big-city in Canada to live and work in.”

- Cabel McElderry

“I’m voting for Paul Harris for City Council because actions speak louder than words. Paul demonstrates his passion every day for sustainability, the environment, the potential of downtown Red Deer, and indeed all of Red Deer, in his business and daily life. Paul’s background and experience as a businessman and community builder will make him a strong and effective voice for the citizens of Red Deer.”

- Marlin Styner

“I’ve known and watched Paul work for 13 years. I continue to be impressed with his innovation and reasoned ethical approach to business development and social responsibility. His businesses have changed the downtown for the better. He has worked tirelessly on behalf of many community initiatives. I fully endorse and support Paul’s run for council and look forward to his participation at a municipal level. ”

- Craig Soderquist

“I have the wonderful opportunity to live and work in the Central Alberta region – and over the past year, have worked closely with Paul Harris as he and his colleagues facilitated the ‘Envision Innisfail’ project undertaken by the Community Services Panel and community at large in Innisfail. Through that work, he consistently reaffirmed my belief in his ability to ask good questions; encourage and facilitate discussion and debate; and then gently nudge stakeholders to agree upon positive and productive actions and directions.”

- Janice Wing

“As a proud and dedicated advocate of arts and culture, small business, the environment and overall health of our community, Paul Harris represents a necessary change in the status quo. He makes me proud to be a citizen of Red Deer and gives me a reason to vote. ”

- Matt Grue