Running for office and holding elections: the legislative perspective
In this episode of Municipal Mondays, Dr. Deatra Walsh sits down with Dawn Chaplin, Eastern Regional Manager with the Department of Municipal Affairs and Community Engagement. Titled Running for Office and Holding Elections: The Legislative Perspective, the conversation explores what the law says and what it means for candidates, councils, and communities during election season. From nomination papers to voter eligibility, Dawn breaks down the rules that keep things fair, transparent, and consistent across the province. With her deep experience in the field, she shares practical guidance, timely reminders, and a clear sense of how legislation supports strong local democracy.
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Leading in a City
In this episode of Municipal Mondays, Dr. Deatra Walsh sits down with Danny Breen, Mayor of St. John’s, to talk about Leading in a City. From big-picture strategy to neighbourhood-level needs, Danny reflects on what it means to guide the province’s largest municipality, the importance of collaboration, and how city leadership can ripple out across an entire region.
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Leading in a small town
Dr. Deatra Walsh is joined by Rudy Norman, Mayor of Burlington, for a heartfelt conversation on Leading in a Small Town. Rudy shares stories from his time on council, the weight of wearing many hats, and how deep community roots can shape both the challenges and the joys of municipal leadership in rural Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Campaigning in Your Community
In this episode of Municipal Mondays, Dr. Deatra Walsh chats with Rob Nolan, CEO of MNL, about what it takes to run for council in the place you call home. From knocking on doors to finding your voice, Campaigning in Your Community explores the unique dynamics of local elections and offers practical insight for anyone thinking about putting their name on the ballot.
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Municipal politics as a stepping-stone
In this episode of Municipal Mondays, Dr. Deatra Walsh sits down with Yvonne Jones—former MP, former MHA, and author of the new memoir Just Around the Corner—for a conversation titled Municipal Politics as a Stepping-Stone. Yvonne reflects on how her time in municipal government shaped her path to provincial and federal politics, the lessons she learned at the local level, and why she believes municipal councils are the heart of community leadership. It’s a story of grit, growth, and finding purpose close to home.
Municipal Mondays is a new podcast from Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador (MNL), hosted by Dr. Deatra Walsh as part of the Make Your Mark campaign. Each week, Deatra sits down with people working in or alongside municipal councils to explore what it really takes to step up and serve your community.
From seasoned mayors to first-time councillors, from policy advisors to community organizers, these conversations shine a light on the challenges, joys, and realities of municipal politics in Newfoundland and Labrador. Whether you’re curious about running in the next election or simply want
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