Candidate: David Hanna

Who are you?

My background is in architecture, urban historical geography and fine art history. I have also taken workshops in Green Roof Design and Solar Energy Applications. I'm a past member of the Toronto Preservation Board, past President of the Etobicoke Historical Society and a past member of the Gardiner East Dismantling Design Liason Committee. Presently I'm a Board member on a local residents association (RMRA), Chair of the Museum Committee of the Mimico Station Community Organization, vollunteer at the Tollkeeper's Cottage restoration and a member of the Portlands Liason Advisory Committee. I have been a Participant in several OMB Hearings on various local issues and have been involved in several architectural design charrettes.


Why are you running?

I'm running because the contest serves as a brilliant new attempt to further democracy and provides new venue to the average citizen while broadening public debate. Hopefully this contest will allow many new insights into City Building and serve to inspire both the community and each other. City Council needs new ideas, new blood and reform - particularly considering the upcoming changes proposed in the New City of Toronto Act.


What should a City Councillor be?

A City Councillor has to be open, accessible, a good listener, consensus builder and have courage and backbone when needed. A Councillor should be knowledgeble on City issues and processes and know when and how to seek advice from others. By definition, a Councillor represents others and must encourage and facillitate broad citizen involvement. A Councillor must govern collegially and both determine and confirm direction from the community. Ecological and ethical standards are the essential philosophical and practical keystones necessary for the job. Good luck to all!

We need new leaders.