I first met James Leduc in the late 1990’s when a call went out looking for volunteers to run the BWG Santa Claus Parade. His keen desire to “make a difference” stood out even then.
In those days this group of volunteers started with absolutely nothing. The efforts of every volunteer helped offset the costs of the first parade and every parade that has since followed. It has been the dedication and hard work of volunteers that has brought the BWG Santa Claus Parade to the level of importance that it now holds in this community and, it is my considered opinion, that James’s contributions over the years both as a volunteer and a supporter on Council have been integral to the continued success of this incredibly important community event.
Continuing our community involvement through volunteering, James and I then joined the Bradford Lions Club in 2004 where James went on to become President. During these years James worked very closely with the Bradford Lions Team, volunteering countless hours and raising significant funds to benefit the community with his personal involvement in fundraising which included the annual Lions Car Draw.
A little later, James’s move into the political arena was seen, not just as a means of continuing his involvement in a community that our families had chosen to call home, but as a necessary step in maximizing his ability to truly “make a difference” with his efforts and the efforts of others all working hard to build an even better BWG.
Over the years he has earned unmatched experience as Councillor, Deputy Mayor and most recently Mayor serving the residents of BWG. He has demonstrated strong leadership skills from each of these positions and his thorough understanding of the processes involved with all levels of government has helped ensure a great many successes for BWG over these years.
James has always had the support of many of the residents of BWG … support he has earned every step of the way. This is why I proudly stand with him in his efforts to continue to serve the residents of BWG … as Mayor for a second term we can rest assured that he will continue to truly “make a difference”!