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School Board Trustee - MonAvenir Simcoe-Muskoka (French Separate) · Muskoka Lakes

2 candidates for 1 seat

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Bio

Donald Blais

Donald Blais is a telecommunications entrepreneur with 29 years in the field, specializing in fiber optics, married for 32 years and father of two. He has volunteered for 13 years with the Youth Justice Committee of York, Scarborough and Sault Ste. Marie, and says he has served 12 years as a school trustee in Simcoe Muskoka and Mississauga. His stated concerns: children's well-being and safe schools, transparency, graduation rates, and support for children in difficulty.

What a trustee actually does

Does the candidate understand the trustee job?

Donald Blais promises transparency and leans on 12 years as trustee and relationships with officials.

  • Wants transparency: minimize closed-door discussions and maximize public debates.
  • Cites 12 years as a school trustee and good relations with provincial politicians, the Director of Education, superintendents and staff.
  • Supports traditional professions promotion to address AI labour-market changes and environmental education.
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“Minimize closed-door discussions and maximize public debates.”

Source: Vote Donald Blais: School Trustee - votedonaldblais.ca · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High

Innocent Legrand

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Student wellbeing and learning

Will kids be safe, supported and learning well?

Donald Blais prioritizes child well-being, safe schools, belonging and graduation rates.

  • Top concern is the well-being of children: a safe school, tools and training for staff, and a sense of belonging for families regardless of background, beliefs or orientation.
  • Supports the Committee for Children in Difficulty with the necessary budget.
  • Wants high graduation rates by helping children reach their full potential.
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“Provide all the necessary tools and training to staff members to maintain a safe environment in our schools.”

Source: Vote Donald Blais: School Trustee - votedonaldblais.ca · October 17, 2026

Confidence:High

Innocent Legrand

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