Re-Elect Chris Gorman to the Central Okanagan Board of Education
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Hon. Peter MacKay, PC, QC, MP
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada
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"Chris is a dynamic, intelligent, hard working person whom I am honoured to call a friend.  His passion for public service and ability to build consensus and get results makes him a great candidate for re-election and asset to the Central Okanagan Board of Education."


Paul Mitchell, QC
Partner, Pushor Mitchell
“Now is the time for experience, the time for passion and purpose, and the time to build bridges after the tensions of the recent labour dispute.  Now is the time for the leadership that Chris Gorman has demonstrated for the past three years.”
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Trustee Rolli Cacchioni
School Trustee
Central Okanagan Board of Education

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“Chris brings integrity, energy, enthusiasm, conviction and a voice for the citizens of Kelowna to the Board of Education. 

Over the past three years, I have worked side by side with him and seen his achievements on the issues that matter.

He has grown into his role as School Trustee and has exercised excellent financial management decision making.  I believe in him and he deeply believes in our schools, in our teachers, and in our students. 

I am supporting Chris and encourage you to vote for him on November 15.”


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Al Horning
Former MP, MLA and
Kelowna City Councillor

"Chris understands our schools and our students and has fought for them on the Central Okanagan Board Education for the past three years.  He speaks to people with respect and honesty and prioritizes our students.  Chris is the leader we need to keep on School Board."


Trustee Gordon Comeau
Chair, Nicola Similkameen Board of Education
Former President, BC School Trustees Association
Former President, Canadian School Boards Association

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"The recent labour dispute highlights the importance of leadership at School Boards.  It was not the role of Trustees to negotiate in the public arena for government, nor to advocate for teachers.  It was their role to support an agreement that worked in the best interest of our students and our education system.  Chris Gorman was resolute in his support of both. 

In my opinion, Kelowna has been well-served by Chris as School Trustee - and I hope that he has every opportunity to serve the citizens of Kelowna for another term."


Tracey Hawthorn
Mother of School District No. 23 Students
Physiotherapist

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"As a parent of four, I have a vested interest in having the right people represent me at the Central Okanagan Board of Education. I support Chris’s view of the education system and his priorities. He is a parent and a very well educated individual. I believe his business and political background brings major strength to the Board. His short-term and long-term strategic vision will help to drive the Board of Education forward.  I certainly recommend him for School Trustee."

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If you would like to add your name to the growing list of individuals supporting Chris in his bid for re-election to the Central Okanagan Board of Education, click on "Endorse" and complete the online form.

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Doug Gray
Vice-Principal, Central School

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"As a school-based administrator in the Central Okanagan School District, I appreciate the importance of a dedicated School Trustee. 

Chris Gorman has demonstrated the highest level of such dedication by working extremely long hard hours to ensure he can make the best decisions possible regarding governance and policies that guide the Central Okanagan School District. 

Chris attends countless school, district and community functions on a  weekly basis and truly cares about the programs and services being offered to our students. I have witnessed no other Trustee who spends more time serving his community. 

Chris is current and supportive of the technology, philosophy and structures of the emerging BC Education Plan that will set the stage for the next decade of change in the landscape of the BC Educational  System.  It not only takes time and dedication to stay current with this rapidly changing system where technology continues to enhance student learning, but it also takes a Trustee who is willing to personally immerse himself in these systems and technology in order to fully understand their roles and their limits and concerns. 

I whole-heartedly support Chris Gorman as he seeks another term of service to our community, and I hope you make the same choice as our kids deserve nothing but the best."


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Wayne Horning
Former School Trustee
Central Okanagan Board of Education

"From my nine years on the Central Okanagan Board of Education, I learned what works well and what needs to change.  I know Chris’ work equally well - Chris is exactly who we need as Trustee.  He has my vote and my support!"


Michelle Tremblay
Anti-Bullying Trainer and Speaker
eve-olutions.net

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"When communities focus on children, their safety, and the power they possess to support each other and guide their own destinies, we are investing in our own future. Chris’ commitment to anti-bullying and support for students leading students on this critically important issue has been inspiring.  I want his voice on School Board because it makes a difference."


Jennifer Eberle, PhD
Mother of School District No. 23 Student

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"I've worked with Chris on the University Children's Learning Centre Society Board where he served as Treasurer.

Chris is an extremely hardworking individual who has the ability to quickly identify what steps need to be taken to ensure that tasks get completed efficiently with positive outcome.  He exhibits sound judgement and is highly skilled at working with others to achieve a consensus on issues.  Without question, Chris has my vote for School Trustee.
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Tara Godwin
Member, Glenmore Elementary PAC
"I am an active member of Glenmore Elementary School’s PAC, and spend a great deal of time at the school.  This has given me an opportunity to see Chris Gorman functioning in his role as School Trustee on many different levels:
  • Dealing with parents one on one.
  • Addressing parents in group settings.
  • In a private meeting, where a school committee I sat on, made a presentation to Chris and other members of the board.
  • As a member of the community attending weekend events hosted by our school and then following up as a Trustee, sending a card to the organizers acknowledging its success.

In each of these situations, he has conveyed his passion for his position and is a credit to the board.  I fully support his re-election."

Authorized by Dean Desrosiers, Financial Agent, 250.863.4707
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