After filing his nomination papers back on May 1, Doug Mactavish explained to myFM why he chose to run as major and not contest for a councillor’s seat.
“Because I believe in my heart that I am the right man for the job now. The next year, decisions of the next eight years, and I plan to run for two terms, are critical to the future of this city.
“I believe that I am a man who my life has prepared me for this role, and I believe that we need a mayor who can reach out to all the different generations, not just represent certain people only.”
On Tuesday of this week, Mactavish confirmed that he has altered his strategy for the Oct. 26 municipal election.
Mactavish stressed he is passionate about the housing issues in St. Thomas and added he cares deeply about the city’s homeless community and that is why he is running for council.
At this point the lone mayoral candidate is Aidan Frederick, a junior staff accountant at Graham Scott Enns in St. Thomas.
Written by Ian McCallum
