Why I’m running
Ward 4 deserves a councillor who shows up.
I’m running because Ward 4 deserves a councillor who shows up, answers questions directly, and treats the public’s trust as something to earn, not something to manage.
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Vote Higginson for St. Patrick's · A Community Voice · St. Catharines Ward 4
Why I’m running
This work is personal.
I live, work, and run a business in this community.
I’ve watched the old GM site sit at the gateway of our city for years. The public record includes the released Environmental Assessments.
I’ve watched residents ask reasonable questions and get filtered answers. I’ve watched decisions get made for reasons that don’t stand up to scrutiny.
I’m not running because I think I have all the answers. I’m running because Ward 4 deserves a councillor who will ask the right questions in public, with their name attached to the answers.
Where I’m from
Rooted in Niagara.
I’ve been part of the Niagara business community since 2018, building my business here and watching this region evolve through good decisions, and bad ones.
My father spent most of his career in municipal government, working in waterworks and public safety. That’s where I learned that the unglamorous parts of local government are usually the most important ones.
These are the things you notice when they fail.
What I do
Build things that last.
I’m a local business owner working in digital consulting. My work includes helping small and large organizations improve their websites, analytics, marketing systems, accessibility, data management, and use of responsible AI, informed by public resources from Accessibility Standards Canada.
Before starting my own business, I worked with a workforce development agency supporting job seekers, employers, and training programs across Niagara.
I’ve learned practical skills that matter in local government: how to read data, manage projects, evaluate vendors, communicate clearly, design accessible services, and turn complicated information into decisions people can understand.
Where I show up
Volunteer work
My volunteer work has included roles with the Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre, CMHA Niagara, Rotary Club, Crime Stoppers Niagara, and motionball for Special Olympics.
All roles except motionball are former. I currently serve as a volunteer board member with motionball for Special Olympics.
From 2018 to 2021, I also served as vice-president of the St. Catharines Downtown Association BIA and as a member of the Town and Gown Committee and DSBN Academy Facilities Management Committee.
What I stand for
Municipal priorities
Five practical priorities for Ward 4 and St. Catharines.
Priority 01
Housing
Supporting more housing options near transit and services, and a development approvals process with clear standards and published timelines.
Priority 02
Support Local Business
Improving customer service at City Hall, reducing avoidable delays, and strengthening the commercial corridors that anchor Ward 4.
Priority 03
Invest in Public Spaces
Prioritizing accessibility, maintenance, shade, seating, and practical improvements that make parks and recreation facilities easier to use.
Priority 04
Municipal Accountability
Expanding public access to council voting records and municipal data, improving transparency around planning decisions, and enforcing property standards at vacant and brownfield sites.
Priority 05
Active Transportation
Supporting accessible sidewalks, safer crossings, practical traffic calming, and stronger links to Niagara Region Transit.
City vs. Region
What’s the difference?
How municipal responsibilities are divided in Niagara
St. Catharines
Local roads, sidewalks and snow clearing
Parks and recreation
Libraries
Land-use planning and zoning
Building permits
Local storm sewers and stormwater systems
Property standards and by-law enforcement
Fire services
Niagara Region
Public health and paramedic services
Social services and community housing
Niagara Regional Police Service
Waste collection and recycling
Water and wastewater treatment and trunk systems
Regional roads
Niagara Region Transit
Some issues cross both levels and require coordination between the City and the Region.
Neighbour to neighbour
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I live, work, and run a business in this community.