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Zachary Linnick

Candidate in the St. James - Assiniboia - West Ward Trustee Candidates race.

Zachary can be reached at [email protected], or by calling 204-807-3422.

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Questionnaire Response

Zachary Linnick - St. James - Assiniboia - West Ward

What got you into politics?

I remember as a teenager hearing many adults complain about what options they had at the ballot box.  I think as time has gone on the political apathy we have in this country has only gotten worse.

I have 3 children , 2 currently in elementary school.  I want them to receive quality education that is practical and useful.

I’m concerned by the number of trustees that have no children or children are so far removed from the school system.  They have no skin in the game.

I’m troubled at the hyper politicization of education, teaching children what to think instead of how to think.

What experience will you bring to compliment your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee)?

Having grown up in Flin Flon, MB I think I offer a different perspective on how public schooling looks outside the city.

While attending university I was in multiple student groups and held various positions within them.  I’m well versed in small organizational structures.

I’ve held various jobs while attending university and I know what it’s like to struggle as a young person.  I’ve made my share of mistakes and I’d like to help prepare youth for life after Grade 12.

Last year I was the Vice-President of Ecole Robert Browning Parents council.  It was a good experience and you quickly realize how valuable parents are that contribute to the school experience.

I think the best experience I have is being a Father of 3 children.  They keep me on my toes and inspire me to do better each day.

What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee), and why are these issues important to you?

At the very least I would like to make the division administrators and staff accountable for their decisions and actions.  Their is a serious lack of accountability for shortcomings.

The only barometer we have right now for the school board is the election every 4 years.  The division should seek input from parents and stakeholders more frequently.

I believe creating good life long habits at school will give children a better head start in life.

The three areas I want to focus on are Fitness, Finance and Nutrition.

Getting children active and moving only provide benefits to them as learners.  Sitting in a class for hours on end should be done as little as possible.  Especially for younger children.  Physical fitness has numerous benefits and can be achieved at very little cost.

Nutrition will compliment a physical fitness regime handsomely.  Schools should receive funding from public health to establish healthy eating habits for children.  If done properly we could see a profound change within our community within years.

Lastly I believe children should receive better training on Financial matters.  Many Canadians are living paycheck to paycheck and that is unacceptable.  We need to do better as a society.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

Most don’t know but school trustees receive a paid indemnity per year of service.  Currently SJASD trustees receive a minimum of $18,706 per year.  If elected I would use these funds to purchase items for schools within the West Ward.

News that mentions Zachary Linnick

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Winnipeg school board election results

October 27, 2022

CTV - ... Vicki Rempel Leela Schreyer Garrity West Ward Cheryl Smukowich (ELECTED) Sandy Lethbridge* (ELECTED) Fiona Shiells (ELECTED) Gus Watanabe Zachary Linnick Winnipeg School Division Ward 1 Jamie Dumont* (ELECTED) Serena Gatti Chris Wilson Ward 2 Lois Brothers (ELECTED) Chris Broughton* Tristan...

West Winnipeg candidates for school trustee

October 5, 2022

Winnipeg Free Press - ...to be elected): Angela Dunn, Leela Schreyer Garrity, Holly Hunter, Tara Smith, Vicki Rempel. West Ward (three to be elected): Sandy Lethbridge, Zachary Linnick, Fiona Shiells, Cheryl Smukowich, Gus Watanabe. Centre Ward (three to be elected): Pierre Attallah, Michael Cabral, Craig Glennie, Rachelle Wood. ...