Only two of Regina’s 11 candidates for mayor in 2024 have had their names on the ballot in the civic election before. Sandra Masters and Bob Pearce.
Pearce ran for mayor in 2020 receiving just 127 votes.
But he’s on the ballot again for a second time.
“When people say, ‘I’m running for mayor,’ I say, ‘no, I’m walking for mayor,” Pearce told CTV News. “I’m just relaxing and enjoying myself.”
Pearce has lived in Regina his entire life. Running a small motors business in the warehouse district.
“For me, the motivation behind [running for mayor] is to share the love of my family and generate good vibes for people,” he added. “I’m doing what I’m doing to inspire young people.”
Pearce says his background as an engineer gives him the impulse to make everything perfect.
Something he feels he could bring to city hall.
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