Regional Councillor Colleen James - Kitchener

Thoughts for this Tuesday.

"True leadership is revealed in the choices we make when no one is watching, hypocrisy thrives when our words wear masks our actions refuse to wear."

A first in Canada! Adaptive Vehicle Program in the #RegionofWaterloo, thanks to our partnership w/ #Neuron!

6 new adaptive vehicles are a huge step forward in making shared micromobility more inclusive and accessible for everyone.♿

Book 24 hours in advance for delivery and pick up!!

This is huge!

A group photo of around 20 people smiling together on a rooftop patio with a city skyline and trees in the background. Everyone is casually dressed and gathered after a StrongTowns WR event.

A candid rooftop shot of Colleen James speaking to a semicircle of attendees during an outdoor evening gathering. People are attentively listening, and a tall apartment building and treetops are visible in the background.

Thank you @strongtownswaterlooregion for the rooftop convo! Grateful for space to share ideas, build community & reimagine a thriving Waterloo Region. Curiosity + care = democracy in action. 🌱🗳️

"Never forget that despite life's detours you are destined for greatness."

We’re bringing together a dynamic panel of powerhouse elected officials for a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Stay tuned… our youth panel will be announced soon!

📅 April 27, 2025 | ⏰ 1–4 PM (Registration. 12:00 PM)
📍 Region of Waterloo HQ, kitchener
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Not too long ago people had lots to say about the underfunding of our education system. Seems that's easily forgotten. While we worry about tariffs and the 51st state. Teachers and students remain struggling. 👀

True commitment to principles is tested in tough moments. Integrity means standing by your values, even when it’s inconvenient, uncomfortable or costly.

"Principles only mean something when it is inconvenient to stand by them." — Mia Mottley

This journey has been nothing short of a success. While not in #'s. Running in this election was about being bold, taking risks, & embracing the lessons that come with every challenge. I will continue to challenge status quo. Systems seldom change when they stay the same.

#ThankYou #CommunityFirst

Had the chance to take someone special skating, (Mr. James), today while on the campaign trail. Grateful for these moments. This is what love looks like!

We have released our plan. I do not want to see Kitchener Centre continuing to not get the investment it deserves. The community can't afford this, our province can't afford this.

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The point is this is not a new conversation and the reality is they pushed and supported ION and we have it.

Two way all day GO was a promise by the liberal government until Ford came along.

I've been hearing these conversations for years. This is nothing new. The liberals would have it done like the investment in ION stage 1.

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Absolutely. Look at what happened with N95 masks during covid. This is also how we build up our own economy.

Can't stop, won't stop. T-20 till E-day.
#votecolleenjames

Officially in the sprint. Great day canvassing with Team Bonnie.

Winter won't stop us I was born in February!

Can't stop won't stop!

Black History is Canadian History.

This month, let’s celebrate Black excellence, uplift Black voices, and continue working toward equity and inclusion. Whether through learning, reflection, or action, we all have a role to play in building a more just and inclusive Canada.
#BlackHistoryMonth

Colleen James wearing a brown tan coat holding a large Colleen James sign. The sign is red with white letters that say Colleen James with an image of Colleen on the right.

I'm doing this for the community, for the generations to come, and for the ancestors who knew brighter days were possible. Hope is always worth holding onto.

I'll be using this platform to engage, share, and listen—always fostering respectful discourse and meaningful dialogue, but never shying away from addressing the tough issues that matter most.

Excited to join Bluesky! As an elected representative for Kitchener & MPP candidate for Kitchener Centre, I believe in democracy. Bluesky feels like the safest space to be ourselves, connect, and share openly. Thank you to everyone following. let’s keep building together, for a stronger tomorrow.

Don’t let others dictate your path. If you have a goal, chase it and take the risks needed to grow. I’m here today because I didn’t listen to “wait” or “stay put.”

Believe in yourself. 2025 the year of growth!
#Growthmindsetalways

Reflections after a long week:

We really do need fresh systems thinking and redesign to face these very complex challenges.