Grainger looks to take Shaunavon to new heights if elected

A former law enforcement officer has thrown his name in the hat to run for the position of Mayor of the Town of Shaunavon.

Drew Grainger is keen to bring over three decades of public service experience, a willingness to lead, and a collaborative mindset to the table. 

Grainger served as an RCMP for 32 years before purchasing a house in Shaunavon in 2021 to renovate over the year, making the move from Vancouver with his wife in 2022.

Long-time R.M. of Swift Current councilor campaigns for Reeve

Councillor for the Rural Municipality of Swift Current, Rick Kehler, has announced that he's running for the position of Reeve this year.

Kehler has lived in the Rural Municipality for his entire life and has served as a councillor for the past 12 years.

The Wymark resident is hoping to bring years of experience, a team-oriented approach, and an open line of communication to the table if elected.

Swift Current Online launches municipal election page

Swift Current Online has built a municipal election page with the big day only three weeks out to help locals better inform themselves before they head to the polls.

The page will feature in-depth coverage of local candidates as they vy and jockey for open positions on city, town, village, RM councils, and the Chinook School Division board.

Wall hoping to bring mindful perspective as R.M. of Swift Current Reeve

A local woman with strong ties to the community is among the candidates running for Reeve for the Rural Municipality of Swift Current this year.

Esther Wall, Reeve candidate for the Rural Municipality of Swift Current, was born and raised in the area and helped to develop a quarter-of-a-century-old family business. 

"I'm passionate about the Rural Municipality and that we keep the rural alive, as well as to provide services and infrastructure to the Rural Municipality," she shared. 

Christiansen wants to continue common sense approach on council

A political nerd with some common sense thrown in.

That's how local business owner Tom Christiansen describes himself as he is looking serve another term on Swift Current City Council.

"You do it because you love the community, and you want to help move it along," Christiansen said. "I think I still have a voice to offer and a reasonable point of view to make sure is at the table when it comes to needs and wants and where our debt level needs to be. Quite simply, I also just enjoy it. I'm kind of a political nerd."