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?? New Nominee course announcement! Grassroots organizations are the lifeblood of any political party. In Canada, EDAs (electoral district associations, riding associations, constituency associations...whatever you like to call them!) play an important role in our democracy. For parties, they can be a great way to engage with communities, develop policy, raise money, and build their volunteer base during and in between election cycles. But for folks who might be new to politics, joining your local EDA can be a great way to get involved in the political process, build new skills and campaign knowledge, and have fun along the way. But mobilizing volunteers to run strong and effective EDA organizations can be hard work. That's why Nominee teamed up with Nikki Hill to create a first-of-its-kind online course in EDA Management. As one of Canada's most sought-after political strategists, Nikki brings her 20+ years of experience serving in senior roles for political parties, EDAs, and campaigns to walk you through the key components of running an effective EDA. Here's what you'll learn: ? The purpose and key roles and responsibilities of a federal or provincial EDA in Canada. ? EDA fundraising tips and best practices. ? How to build a grassroots EDA organization from the ground up. ? How to ensure effective EDA operations, from running effective meetings to goal setting and strategic planning. ? How to recruit and manage volunteers to help power your EDA. ? How to recruit the best candidates to run in your constituency. ? How EDAs can help develop policy, build relationships, and engage with voters in your community. Whether you're new to politics and wondering how you can get involved with your local political party EDA, or you're a seasoned operative looking to build and strengthen your party's local presence, this course is for you. If you're a Nominee member, the course is now live and included free with your membership! If you're not a member yet, you can sign up to access the course (and all our other content) with a 7-day free trial here: https://app.gonominee.com/

Are you a politician grappling with managing stress? Or an aspiring candidate who worries about keeping your mental health in check? Join Nominee and Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Toronto tomorrow for a 90-minute, interactive program that talks about the unique challenges experienced by politicians and equips leaders with practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and maintain clarity under pressure. You can expect: ? A welcoming, inclusive and confidential environment of peers where participants are encouraged to share and reflect on their experiences. ? A live session with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and engage with fellow participants. ? Expert insights and resources from the field, offering best practices and practical advice, as well as takeaway materials for your own use after the session. The first session is tomorrow, January 30, from 1-2:30pm EST. Learn more and register for one of our limited remaining seats here ?? https://lnkd.in/gF-x6WKK

It’s campaign season! Are you ready to hit the doors? ??? Nominee has expanded our flagship Campaign 101 program to include three new courses on voter contact: ? Canvassing ? Texting ? Managing Field Volunteers AND We’ve also added 9 new interactive exercises to help bring your campaign to life: Getting Started: ??Deciding to Run ?? Launching Your Campaign Communications: ?? Finding Your Why ?? Personal Narrative Fundraising: ?? Call Time Setup ?? Managing Call Time ?? Building Call Lists Field: ?? Determing Your Win Number ?? Making a Hard Ask Everything’s included with your Nominee membership! If you’re not a member, sign up here to get started: https://app.gonominee.com/

Join Nominee and Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Toronto for the first in a series of online workshops on prioritizing mental wellbeing in politics. We'll be discussing the unique stressors faced by politicians and staff, and sharing proven self care strategies to help you reduce stress, prevent burnout, and build resilience. Tickets are limited. Sign up here to join us on Jan. 30: https://lnkd.in/gF-x6WKK

Such a pleasure to speak to #ROMA2025 delegates this morning. I talked about what the incoming Trump administration means for Canada, why we need to empower more Canadians to run for office, and why prioritizing mental wellbeing in politics matters now more than ever. Always inspiring to connect with municipal leaders working tirelessly to build a better Canada!

Mental health matters. ?? We need good people to run for office more than ever. And yet when people look at the current political climate, many of them decide "that's not for me." The relentless demands of public office—constant scrutiny, high-pressure decision-making and long working hours—can lead to burnout, stress, and impaired judgement if not managed properly. That's why it's so important to develop mental health leaders in politics and equip them with the tools necessary to not only prioritize their own mental wellbeing, but to also know how to support those around them. If you want to learn how to build your own "mental health toolbox", Nominee has teamed up with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Toronto to host a first-of-its-kind interactive workshop on January 30th. We'll be talking about the unique mental health stressors faced by people working in politics, and sharing actionable tips, best practices and strategies to address them. Who this workshop is for: ? Elected officials currently serving in public office, at any level of government ? Current or potential candidates preparing to run in an upcoming election ? Staff who provide support to elected officials in legislatures, constituency offices, municipal offices, etc. ? Students, campaign volunteers and anyone interested in pursuing a career in politics If that's you, sign up here to join us on the 30th: https://lnkd.in/gF-x6WKK

We're on the cusp of a new year, and that means new elections. Are you ready to step into the arena? ?? A Nominee membership offers everything you need to launch your own campaign and hit the ground running from day one. ?? For Black Friday — well, let's be real, it's a week-long thing ?? — we're offering 50% off all monthly or yearly memberships. What can you expect? Here's a sample of some of our courses: 1?? Getting Started - A step-by-step guide for how to launch your campaign with a bang. 2?? Building Your Team - How to recruit, retain, and manage campaign staff and volunteers. 3?? Fundraising - Frontline tactics for how to raise the money you need to win. 4?? Policy - How to translate your values into a compelling policy platform that resonates with voters. 5?? Communications - How to craft a winning campaign message and comms strategy, from public speaking to digital outreach. 6?? Field - We’ll show you how to build an effective field organization to ID your voters and get them to the polls. 7?? Digital - How to complement your fieldwork with digital strategy that keeps you in the conversation. 8?? Events - How to run effective virtual and in-person events to engage and mobilize your supporters. 9?? Political - How to build your political network, secure endorsements and surrogates. Want to learn more? Visit us at https://www.gonominee.com/ and enter BLACKFRIDAY50 at checkout for 50% off our membership plans.

Great advice from Dale Richardson for anyone in politics! Nominee loved teaming up with Equal Voice for this conversation with Dale, Mitzie Hunter, Matt Jeneroux and Amanda Bittner to talk about why #mentalhealthmatters and the steps politicians and political staff can take to prioritize their mental health and wellbeing. You can watch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/gc6zKRdw

We're on the cusp of a new year, and that means new elections. Are you ready to step into the arena? ?? A Nominee membership offers everything you need to launch your own campaign and hit the ground running from day one. ?? For Black Friday — well, let's be real, it's a week-long thing ?? — we're offering 50% off all monthly or yearly memberships. What can you expect? Here's a sample of some of our courses: 1?? Getting Started - A step-by-step guide for how to launch your campaign with a bang. 2?? Building Your Team - How to recruit, retain, and manage campaign staff and volunteers. 3?? Fundraising - Frontline tactics for how to raise the money you need to win. 4?? Policy - How to translate your values into a compelling policy platform that resonates with voters. 5?? Communications - How to craft a winning campaign message and comms strategy, from public speaking to digital outreach. 6?? Field - We’ll show you how to build an effective field organization to ID your voters and get them to the polls. 7?? Digital - How to complement your fieldwork with digital strategy that keeps you in the conversation. 8?? Events - How to run effective virtual and in-person events to engage and mobilize your supporters. 9?? Political - How to build your political network, secure endorsements and surrogates. Want to learn more? Visit us at https://www.gonominee.com/ and enter BLACKFRIDAY50 at checkout for 50% off our membership plans.

What is your "North Star"? ?? The thing that's going to get you up in the morning? The thing that will keep you motivated when times get tough? That's the foundation of any successful career in politics and any winning campaign. Want more advice from folks like Kathleen Wynne? Nominee members can watch all of our Campaign 101 interviews for free here: https://lnkd.in/eSh8UeUz