My name is Ian Bushie and I am a member of the Hollow Water First Nation based on the eastern shore of Lake Winnipeg.
I have served my community as chief, councilor, community program director and chairperson of various boards and committees. I have operated my own business in Hollow Water for over 20 years and currently employ 9 community members full time.
I am an experienced negotiator and facilitator and pride myself on being a role model for members of our nation. I welcome the opport...
My name is Ian Bushie and I am a member of the Hollow Water First Nation based on the eastern shore of Lake Winnipeg.
I have served my community as chief, councilor, community program director and chairperson of various boards and committees. I have operated my own business in Hollow Water for over 20 years and currently employ 9 community members full time.
I am an experienced negotiator and facilitator and pride myself on being a role model for members of our nation. I welcome the opportunity to work for my community, our riding and the people of Manitoba.
Age: 47
Profession: Small business owner
Education:
Business administration diploma from Red River Collage.
About You
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
The biggest issues facing our community are healthcare, education and child welfare. I want to focus my attention on reducing the amount of children in care living outside of their communities.
Why did you decide to run for office?
I decided to run for office to make a difference and to ensure that our people’s voices are heard and respected and to ensure that our communities are treated fairly and equitably.
Manitoba is marking its 150th anniversary next year. Suggest one way we can make it a memorable occasion.
I would like to see a strong indigenous people’s component in the anniversary
Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
When I turned 19 I ran for chief of my community, it was not only my first time to run for leadership but it was my first time I was eligible to vote, I ended up finishing 2nd.
I’m a registered marriage commissioner and a certified first responder.
Find out more about Ian Bushie, New Democratic Party, Keewatinook:
http://www.ianbushie.ca
http://www.facebook.com/voteianbushie
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