So, despite Stephen Harper’s fear-mongering about the economy, no one and nothing blinked, the stock market is stable, the loonie hasn’t gone crazy.
Economists are sanguine. We are going to have gender parity in the Liberal cabinet, murdered and missing aboriginal women will get the attention they deserve, seniors and scientists will get their due, and here’s hoping the mail will be delivered through sleet and snow.
New voters came out to vote in throngs, some in niqabs, and green will be the new red. I feel hopeful, invigorated. Justin Trudeau will build relationships with his provincial counterparts, the only way to accomplish anything as a country.
I volunteered for the first time in any election as a candidate’s representative. I watched the polls, the votes counted, and it was the most interesting, wonderful experience. Made me so proud. Learned so much. The antidote to taking for granted all we have here.
For me, the leadership of the last 10 years for me has been an aberration. Canada tried a path that did not suit our temperament or values. I’m looking forward to the future instead of reliving the past. Initially, Justin Trudeau was given little expectation of succeeding; now the danger is too much may be expected. I have real hope that Trudeau will stay true to his stated intentions.
When Trudeau meets with Vladimir Putin, I hope he challenges him to a friendly boxing match. I want to see more of his Haida tattoo!
Sandi Brown, Hampstead
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