These connections, real or perceived, can be a double-edged sword for candidates, according to Edmonton election experts. They can help with name recognition and help attract funds, volunteers and donors to a campaign. However, though municipal voters may not be terribly interested in partisan politics, some may still make the connection between a candidate and a political party that they like or hate.
Harry Miller is a writer and editor based in Toronto who has Ten years of experience in the journalism industry. Before coming to Canada News Media as a National Online Journalist, Miller worked as a senior writer and a reporter-editor with the Canadian Press and a breaking news reporter with the Toronto Star. Miller currently holds two bachelor’s degrees, one in journalism from Ryerson University and another in communications and film studies from Carleton University.
