Projet Montréal leader Luc Rabouin today announced Joseph Paglia's candidacy for city councilor in the Rivières-des-Prairies district. He will join the Projet Montréal team for the Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles borough, under the leadership of Caroline Bourgeois. The team also includes Virginie Journeau, Marie-Claude Baril, Daphney Colin, and Lisa Christensen.
Biography – Joseph Paglia
Joseph Paglia is an engaged citizen of Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles, where he has lived with his family for over 12 years. A father of two, he has been actively involved in his neighborhood, whether as a member of his children's elementary school board, a sports coach, or the founder of citizen initiatives. As co-founder of the REM-RDP Coalition and the community page “RDP Neighborhood Watch,” he has played a key role in mobilizing for better public transit services and defending local environmental issues. Recognized for his ability to bring people together and give residents a strong voice, he now wishes to continue his political engagement in order to build a more sustainable, supportive, and people-centered borough.
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“I am very pleased to welcome Joseph Paglia to our team. Joseph is a citizen with deep roots in Rivière-des-Prairies, known for his ability to mobilize his neighbors around concrete and promising projects. His commitment to public transportation and the quality of life of people in the east end of Montreal makes him a valuable ally in defending the priorities of RDP residents and building a greener, more united borough on a human scale," said Luc Rabouin, leader of Projet Montréal.
"The arrival of Joseph Paglia to our team is excellent news for Rivière-des-Prairies. For more than ten years, Joseph has been involved in his neighborhood, whether by mobilizing citizens for public transit, supporting families, or defending our living environments. I am convinced that with his experience and passion, Joseph will be a strong and authentic representative for the residents of Rivière-des-Prairies." Caroline Bourgeois, candidate for mayor of Rivière-des-Prairies – Pointes aux Trembles.
"I am running with Projet Montréal because I believe that the residents of Rivière-des-Prairies deserve a city councilor who will defend their priorities. For years, I have been involved in my community to improve public transportation, protect our green spaces and enhance our quality of life. I want to put this experience and energy to work for my district so that Rivière-des-Prairies is recognized and valued to its full potential." – Joseph Paglia, candidate for city councilor in Rivière-des-Prairies
