As a citizen, I have witnessed this transformation and embraced our party's vision. As borough mayor, I implemented the projects linked to this vision and defended them against all odds. Now, I want to take these policies and this vision to the next level by becoming the leader of our party and the next mayor of Montreal.
And why? Because in today's context, we have no choice but to act and think outside the box. Between the housing crisis, climate change and the homelessness crisis, we've reached a point where we've gone as far as we can with the cards we've been dealt.
To go further, to act against the growing crises, to create a city that takes care of its world, we need even more audacity, determination and hope. We need to change the rules of the game.
What I mean by this is that we have a duty to identify the obstacles preventing us from taking action, and to push back the boundaries of the status quo. We can no longer limit ourselves to existing frameworks. We can do better and we can do differently.
During this leadership race, I want us to explore what's possible.
To give ourselves the means to act, by negotiating new powers that will enable us to do more, get away from dependence on property tax and develop fiscal autonomy. We must also evaluate the creation of Montreal-based expertise to ensure economies of scale.
To grow and flourish as a political party by rallying more Montrealers to Projet Montréal's vision, and also to enable people to grow and flourish in Montreal. Because everyone should be able to live, work, get around and benefit from the cultural and linguistic richness of our city.
To create a city that takes care of its world and puts the quality of life of all at the heart of its policies. Because by rallying together and breaking out of silos, we can implement integrated solutions in health and social services, housing and the ecological transition.
I look forward to exploring these possibilities with you, debating them with you and win back Montreal with you.
For the love of Montreal, let's challenge the rules of the game.
Gracia,
gracia2025.com