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Trustee - English Public (Trillium Lakelands District School Board) · Bracebridge

2 candidates for 1 seat

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Bio

Richard Struthers

For forty years was CEO of a manufacturing company, 15 of those years in Bracebridge. Wife was a teacher for 40 years; son and he included education in their university studies.

Sandy Inkster Elected (official result)

Based in Bracebridge for employment with agencies since 1989, supporting families from prenatal classes through students' school careers. Worked in partnership with TLDSB for over 30 years on initiatives and professional development; family members are educators.

What a trustee actually does

Does the candidate understand the trustee job?

Richard Struthers

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Richard Struthers sees the trustee role as communication and access for schools and parents, backed by 40 years in manufacturing leadership.

  • Says the role of trustee is to provide communication and access on behalf of schools and parents.
  • Brings forty years as CEO of a manufacturing company, including 15 years in Bracebridge, understanding finance, administration and management.
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“The role of trustee to is provide communication and access of behalf of our schools and parents.”

Source: Meet the Candidates (Certified) - Town of Bracebridge official election page · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High

Sandy Inkster Elected (official result)

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Sandy Inkster promises collaboration, listening and compassionate action as TLDSB trustee.

  • Committed to connecting and collaborating: learning about the partners, the roles and building relationships.
  • Listening and speaking: giving space for all voices, being available to listen and taking a turn to have a voice.
  • Taking action with compassion: honouring the progressive TLDSB by following through, with compassion during challenging times.
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“Taking Action with Compassion - continuing to honour the progressive TLDSB by following through, by having compassion for the partners during the process, especially during challenging times.”

Source: Meet the Candidates (Certified) - Town of Bracebridge official election page · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High

Student wellbeing and learning

Will kids be safe, supported and learning well?

Richard Struthers

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Sandy Inkster Elected (official result)

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Results source: Town of Bracebridge — Certified 2026 Municipal Election Results (announced Oct 27, 2026)