My vision for grande prairie
Our Community's Future is Our City's Business.
I immigrated to Grande Prairie over 40-years ago, and since I landed in this community, I have built businesses that now employ over 300 local Grande Prairie residents, including the Revolution Auto Group, Paradise Inns, Southwood Trucking, and more. It is my priority to bring more business acumen to our city to make sure it runs more smoothly, with you, our residents in mind.
My family is firmly rooted in this community, and I couldn't imagine having raised my kids anywhere else but here. The legacy of this city lives in my kids and grand kids, and I want that same pride to be felt by the community as a whole. In 2016, my wife Shaminder and I, alongside the Sikh community, raised over $200,000 for the new hospital's trauma room. I served on City Council from 2007-2010 and 2017-2021, and I have also served on the Chamber of Commerce board for many years, alongside many other community contributions.
What we build now for this community will have an impact for years to come, from developing better programming through our college and more trades training, to increasing grant opportunities, education will be a key priority when I am elected.
This won't be my first go at City Council -- I was elected back in 2007 and served through 2010, then again from 2017-2021. My experience in politics (I am well versed and involved at many political levels, from municipal through provincial and federal politics), business, and my deep investment in community building make me qualified and ready for the job.
My commitment to this community is fierce, and I hope you'll give me the honour of representing you all once again.
put it in your CALENDAR
Election day is Monday, October 18th, 2021. Vote for me, Yad Minhas, to ensure our city runs that much better.
MY PLATFORM
Strengthening Relationships with Citizens + Stakeholders
Improving ties with the County and other regional stakeholders to ensure the needs of the City of Grande Prairie and surrounding communities are better represented on the provincial and national stage.
Reducing red tape and expediting timelines for citizens and businesses, and accelerating permits and approvals to keep as much business within city limits as possible. I want to make GP a more business friendly city.
Reviewing and determining creative and innovative solutions to improve City revenues outside of increasing taxes on its citizens.
Making sure citizens, like you, have better access to the council and decision makers to communicate ideas and concerns.
Community Safety + City Service Efficiency
Prioritizing crime reduction through strengthening enforcement services and improving community crime prevention programs, and mental health services.
Re-evaluating snow removal policies in the city to improve service for citizens. From minimizing snow barriers at the end of driveways and creating ‘above and beyond’ services for citizens in need, to adjusting snow removal schedules to best accommodate peak traffic times.
Continuing to Build a Thriving Community
Advocating for improvements for our local airport. More direct flight destinations, and pushing for international options.
Building on our reputation as a thriving hub in the region so we better attract and retain local talent in business, trades, arts, and more.
Continuing to improve local post-secondary, trades, and polytechnic educational opportunities, especially considering our new regional hospital and future growth.
Testimonials
“I’ve known Yad and his family for nearly 20 years. His commitment to his family, friends and community is absolutely genuine. In addition, Yad’s many successful businesses employ and support many families in this region. Being well rounded in all these aspects ensures fairness, fiscal responsibility and deep caring for the success of this community.”
“I’ve known Yad for ten years now, and his dedication to this community is unparalleled. I 100% endorse his candidacy for City Council and hope to see him serve this community with efficiency and legacy in mind.”
“I have worked politically with Yad for 30-years now — his understanding of business ensured a decrease in the inefficiency of the bureaucracy. He is such an asset for the city.”
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MY PROMISE
I promise to represent your needs to the best of my abilities and bring my business expertise and acumen to the City. I promise to lobby for efficiency and to further educational opportunities for this next generation. This community's legacy is my top priority, let's put in the time and effort to make it great.
Vote for me on oct 16th
About Me
MY NAME IS YAD
I moved to Grande Prairie in 1974 and worked at Weyerhauser for most of my life as I built my companies with my brother. From logging, to car dealerships, real estate and hotels, my passion for business and community building is at the core of who I am. I am proud to have raised my family here and to have them invest in this community fully as well. Our legacy as a community is my top priority, and I promise to bring more efficiency to the city alongside no-nonsense thinking. Can't wait to see you on the campaign trail.
My grandsons are excited to have you come out and vote for their grandpa!
WHERE + HOW TO VOTE
To find your voting station click this interactive map.
To vote you have to be:
18 years of age;
A Canadian citizen;
A resident of Grande Prairie on Election Day.
When voting make sure to bring:
A piece of photo ID with your address (drivers/operators license). See options for ID here.
For Advance Polls:
Go to City Hall (10205-98th Street) on advance voting days: October 8th, 9th, 15th, & 16th between 11 am - 7 pm.