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libFriends - I am very proud of the campaign effort that you helped to make possible. My name was on the banners and the ballot, but our campaign was fuelled by a shared commitment to change, and by volunteer ideas and efforts. The personal sacrifices that so many made, taking precious time from family, holidays and work made a difference. The change we stood for over 76 days mattered. Change to increase meaningful political engagement of Party members and of residents. Change toward a new culture of enterprising action to transform government and challenge our other sectors. Change to deliver labour peace, equality for women and new Canadians, an economy that would reduce youth unemployment and increase people’s individual potential, as well as an expressly stronger voice for youth in our Party. The Kennedy Team delegates and volunteers in attendance were a vibrant presence at the Convention, impressing observers and other campaigns alike. We did earn a possible path to victory and the fact it did not emerge was no reflection on your efforts. Our caucus “huddle” with everyone after 2nd ballot to discuss not only my fate as candidate, but that of the convention, surprised many. It was entirely consistent with the spirit of genuine democratic participation that marked our campaign. There can only be one Leader, and I know you will join with me in fully supporting our wonderful Premier-designate Kathleen Wynne in her leadership of the party and the province going forward. There are many winners, however, in a process that infuses the party with new outlooks and hopes and ambitions. The renewal we advanced will no doubt be evident in the weeks and months ahead. I encourage you to stay involved to help. Thank you for all your tremendous support for me and for a better Ontario. It was a privilege to be your candidate. Personally, I greatly appreciate the faith and trust you placed in me. It gives me new enthusiasm to contribute in some way in future. For now, I relish the chance to make up time with my kids and enjoy what is an unusual role for me as private citizen. Best regards, Gerard Kennedy PS. Please stay in touch. I am grateful for all the thoughtful messages, calls and offers of support for my future political endeavours. As soon as I make any decisions, you will definitely be among the first to know. Below are some details for our Volunteer Appreciation Party this Friday night. I hope you can join me for an evening of thanks dedicated to you and all our amazing volunteers. Volunteer Appreciation Party Friday, February 1st |6pm-11pm | 1262 Don Mills Rd, North York, Toronto, M3B 2W7 |Questions? dbrunsdon@gerardkennedy.ca or (647) 654-4439 or (226) 700-6517 Chers amis, Je suis très fier de la campagne que vous avez rendue possible. Mon nom figurait sur les bannières et sur le scrutin, mais notre campagne était alimentée par un dévouement au changement partagé ainsi que par les efforts et les idées des bénévoles. Vos sacrifices personnels, prenant du temps précieux de vos familles, de vos vacances et de votre travail, ont fait une différence. Le changement que nous représentions pendant plus de 76 jours était important. Un changement pour augmenter l'engagement politique des membres du Parti et des simples citoyens. Un changement vers une nouvelle culture d'action entreprenante pour transformer le gouvernement et pour lancer le défi à nos autres secteurs. Un changement pour livrer la paix ouvrière, l'égalité pour les femmes et pour les Canadiens nouveaux, une économie qui réduirait le chômage des jeunes et qui augmenterait le potentiel des individus, ainsi qu’une voix plus puissante pour la jeunesse dans notre Parti. Les délégués et les bénévoles de l'Équipe Kennedy étaient une présence vitale au congrès. Nous avons gagné un sentier possible à la victoire. Que cette victoire ne s'est pas produite ne reflète pas vos efforts. Notre consultation en caucus après le deuxième scrutin où nous avons discuté non seulement mon destin comme candidat, mais aussi celui du congrès, a surpris plusieurs. C'était entièrement consistent avec l'esprit de participation réelle démocratique qui a marqué notre campagne. Il ne peut y avoir qu’un seul Chef et je sais que vous allez vous joindre à moi pour appuyer complètement notre merveilleuse première ministre désignée Kathleen Wynne en sa direction du parti et de la province. Il y a plusieurs gagnants, quand même, dans un processus qui a imprégné le Parti de nouveaux perspectifs et espoirs ainsi que de nouvelles ambitions. Le renouvellement que nous avons avancé sera sans doute évident dans les semaines et les mois à venir. Je vous encourage à rester engagés pour rester impliqué. Je tiens à vous remercier de votre appui formidable pour moi ainsi que pour un Ontario meilleur. C'était un privilège d'être votre candidat. J'apprécie la foi et la confiance que vous avez placées en moi. Cela me donne un nouvel enthousiasme pour contribuer à l'avenir. Actuellement, je savoure l'occasion de rattraper un peu le temps perdu avec mes enfants et de prendre du plaisir à occuper un rôle unique en tant que simple citoyen. Cordialement, Gerard Kennedy PS. Veuillez rester en contact avec moi. Je suis très reconnaissant de tous les messages, appels et offre de soutien pour mes actions politiques de l'avenir. Le moment où je prends des décisions, vous allez certainement être les premiers avec qui je les partagerai. Veuillez trouver ci-dessous des détails pour notre Fête d'Appréciation pour les Bénévoles ce vendredi soir. J'espère que vous pouvez vous me rejoindre pour une soirée de remerciement organisé pour vous et pour toutes les personnes extraordinaires qui se sont portées bénévoles. Vendredi, 1er février, 18h-23h |1262 Don Mills Rd, North York, Toronto, M3B 2W7 | Questions : dbrunsdon@gerardkennedy.ca ou (647) 654-4439 ou (226) 700-6517Jan 31, 2013 1:56 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park- libHey team - don't forget that after regular convention registration you should stop by our war room for a special package for all GK delegates. Next door at Holiday Inn 2nd floor - same location as our hospitality suite at 9pm tonight. ThxJan 25, 2013 9:16 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libLooking forward to catching up with everyone this weekend. Connect with the campaign to get important convention alerts: @GKennedyOLP | Sign up for alerts at our mobile site GK13.ca | GerardKennedy.tumblr.com | Text “Alerts” to (647) 466-4240Jan 24, 2013 2:53 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libNoon today is the last chance to register as a delegate or alternate for the leadership convention and receive the $100 discount. Conventions are a great experience - I encourage as many as possible to join us for this exciting and important weekend. Call my office if you have any questions - (647) 472-6000Jan 21, 2013 6:47 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
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- libCongrats to all elected delegates. And thank you to all who ran. This weekend is not about us as leadership candidates. It’s about you — how you see our task for this province, and our ability to get Ontario working again. I trust we will come out of this process a fully renewed Liberal Party at its best, ready to tackle all the province’s challenges thanks to the leadership, energy, and dedication that members like you will demonstrate this weekend. Regardless of who you voted for, I want to thank you for voting. Standing up to have your voice heard is the first step to unleashing our province’s and our Party’s potential.Jan 13, 2013 8:50 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libLast day of voting is today. Good luck to everyone. Here are details about where you can vote between 3 and 8pm today.Jan 13, 2013 8:20 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libA quick note to those of you who joined the Ontario Liberal Party to vote for the next leader, as well as to those who have put your name forward and are standing as delegates this weekend. It takes courage and commitment to put your name on any ballot. This weekend is not about us as leadership candidates. It's about you -- how you see our task for this province, and our ability to get Ontario working again. I trust we will come out of this process a fully renewed Liberal Party at its best, ready to tackle all the province's challenges thanks to the leadership, energy, and dedication that members like you will demonstrate this weekend. Regardless of who you're voting for or running for, I wanted to thank you for standing up as the first step to unleash our province's and our Party's potential. Good luck this weekend. I hope to see you at convention. GerardJan 12, 2013 8:38 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
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- libThanks to everyone who came to the New Year's Levee at the office this morning. Was really nice to catch up - your help has been so appreciated.Jan 05, 2013 12:11 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libExtremely dedicated members in Chatham that made it out for our early breakfast....Jan 04, 2013 5:48 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libOnly 3 days left if you want to have your voice heard by standing as a delegate. http://bit.ly/GKDelegate is where you download the form. After you fill it out, email a scan of it to JTelegdi@GerardKennedy.ca or fax it to (416) 981-8982. I invite you to be part of real change that will help us to serve Ontario better.Jan 03, 2013 9:22 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libDeadline is Jan 6th at noon - download form at http://bit.ly/GKDelegateJan 02, 2013 5:58 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libSome news from our recent trip to Northern Ontario. If you believe in my vision for a more inclusive Ontario Liberal Party, I'd encourage you to run as a delegate - only 4 days left to submit. http://bit.ly/GKDelegate is where you download the form. After you fill it out, email a scan of it to JTelegdi@GerardKennedy.ca or fax it to (416) 323-9425.Jan 02, 2013 8:37 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libSmall reminder - if you want to run to be a delegate at the leadership convention, you have only 5 days left: http://bit.ly/GKDelegate is where you download the form. After you fill it out, email a scan of it to JTelegdi@GerardKennedy.ca or fax it to (416) 323-9425. Thanks for all your ongoing help and support. Means a lot.Jan 01, 2013 2:19 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libAll welcomeJan 01, 2013 8:39 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libHappy New Year to everyone. Bonne année à tous et à toutes.Jan 01, 2013 8:15 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
December
- libGreat meeting with Ontario Liberals in Blind River today.Dec 31, 2012 1:45 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libPic from the road - Tim's in SudburyDec 31, 2012 5:56 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libIf you're in or near Blind River, join me tomorrow Monday Dec. 31st at 11am at Tim Hortons at 33 Causley Street. All welcome!Dec 30, 2012 11:03 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libWe'll be at Water Town Inn, Sault Ste Marie, 430pm on Monday Dec 31st.Dec 29, 2012 4:21 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libEvents for today and tomorrow if you’re able to join us... Sat Le Gervais Restaurant & Tavern 169 Front Street, Sturgeon Falls 1-230pm Sat Christopher’s Coffee House, Pine Street South, Timmins 7-8pm Sun Signatures Restaurant, 3702 Highway 144, Chelmsford 2-3pm Sun Tim Horton’s, 2040 Algonquin Road (by Canadian Tire), Sudbury 730-9pmDec 29, 2012 7:18 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libFriday events in Midland and Orillia. Hope you can join us.Dec 27, 2012 8:11 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libBest wishes for a joyous holiday season and for a safe and Happy New Year / Meilleurs voeux pour des Joyeuses Fêtes et pour une merveilleuse et heureuse année.Dec 24, 2012 1:46 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libThe infamous sign tower.Dec 20, 2012 6:13 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libOttawa, Avalon, Brampton, HaltonDec 19, 2012 4:01 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libFor those in the Ottawa area tonight...Dec 17, 2012 5:39 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libThanks to everyone who came out - especially our artists in residence.Dec 16, 2012 2:42 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libGerardKennedy.ca | GerardKennedy.Tumblr.com | @GKennedyOLPDec 16, 2012 2:33 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libI am beyond words at the shooting, and to think of the devastation for parents and families. Have to get to the heart of what produces such misery and never give in to discouragement.Dec 14, 2012 7:20 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libIf you're available in Ottawa this Saturday / Si vous êtes disponible à Ottawa ce samedi...Dec 14, 2012 5:07 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libThanks to all the great volunteers who came out tonight.Dec 12, 2012 6:00 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libTalking with CP24 about how to end labour actions through an Education Peace Plan. If you agree with a vision for enlightened flexibility from everyone to set the stage for future success, and are a member of the Ontario Liberal Party, you can support me by signing up to run as a delegate: http://bit.ly/StandForGKDec 12, 2012 12:48 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libI believe that teachers and education workers well understand the fiscal constraint we are under and the government has previously always gone the extra mile to find ways to protect students and secure the best results for them. It is time for some enlightened flexibility from everyone to set the stage for future success. If you agree with this vision and are a member of the Ontario Liberal Party, you can support me by signing up to run as a delegate: http://bit.ly/StandForGKDec 12, 2012 9:02 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libMy proposed peace plan for the teacher dispute -Dec 12, 2012 7:34 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libGrassroots event - all welcome. Look forward to seeing everyone.Dec 12, 2012 5:08 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libUne entrevue avec RDI.Dec 11, 2012 12:38 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libBack in the GTA for a couple days this week. Campaign team has listed some of our upcoming events if you're interested and available.Dec 11, 2012 8:54 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libMeeting with the local OSSTF President and ETFO rep before the Thunder Bay debate.Dec 09, 2012 9:47 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libDid you know that over 1500 people watched the last debate via livestream? Great to see so many people engaged enough to give that kind of time. Today's Thunder Bay debate, which starts at 1pm, will also be broadcast at OntarioLiberal.ca if you are interested. And for those in the neighbourhood, we're having an event afterwards at 4pm at 588 Arthur St. West. All welcome!Dec 09, 2012 8:04 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libTomorrow we're having another event at Seattle's Best Coffee, 588 Arthur St. West 4-5:30pm - everyone in and around TBay are welcome.Dec 08, 2012 6:33 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libMeeting constituents with Thunder Bay Mayor Keith Hobbs.Dec 08, 2012 6:25 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libChag sameach to all who are marking the beginning of Hanukkah this evening.Dec 08, 2012 1:20 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libA live-action shot from the road. Having a good meeting with Bernice Dubec and colleagues at the Indian Friendship Centre in Thunder Bay.Dec 08, 2012 12:27 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libDec 08, 2012 11:53 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libDec 08, 2012 11:52 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libIf you live in Thunder Bay, a few of us are getting together tonight to talk politics at Gargoyles Grille & Ale (11 Cumberland Street South) between 6:30pm and 8:00pm - all welcome.Dec 08, 2012 9:05 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libIn case any are interested - the televised debate is up online now.Dec 07, 2012 7:57 am | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
- libTake a moment to recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women, and in particular remember Geneviève Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Maryse Laganière, Maryse Leclair, Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia Pelletier, Michèle Richard, Annie St-Arneault, Annie Turcotte and Barbara Klucznik-Widajewic. There are also many more. Gender-based violence, especially violence against women, and especially in marginalized communities, is a challenge that we must face with unremitting resolve. And an important first step is our talking about it. Recognize today, learn about the issue, and donate to a women's shelter in your neighbourhood. Prenez un moment pour donner reconnaissance à la Journée nationale de commémoration et d'action contre la violence faite aux femmes et souvenez-vous particulièrement de Geneviève Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Maryse Laganière, Maryse Leclair, Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia Pelletier, Michèle Richard, Annie St-Arneault, Annie Turcotte et Barbara Klucznik-Widajewic. Il y en a beaucoup plus. La violence basée sur le genre, surtout la violence faite aux femmes et spécialement dans les communautés marginalisées est un defi auquel nous devons faire face avec de la détermination qui ne cèdera à rien. Le premier pas important dans ce sens est d'en parler. Donnez reconnaissance à cette journée, apprenez tout ce que vous pouvez sur cette question et faites un don à un abri pour les femmes dans votre quartier.Dec 06, 2012 8:06 pm | Ontario, Parkdale—High Park
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