May 2022

I am running as a libertarian because I truly believe in the party's ethical principle of limiting government interference in the personal lives of Ontarians and allowing consenting adults to make individual choices as they see fit.

After two long years of government overreach in  managing the pandemic, on and off lockdowns and ongoing infringement of personal freedoms, it is time for a real change at Queen's Park.

I have lived in Davenport for 39 years and run as a candidate in previous elections for the Ontario Libertarian Party. I am single and previously worked in the financial services field for over 25 years.

I’m William Joslin, my friends call me Bill.

I have lived in North Simcoe all of my life. From Washago to Uhthoff to Orillia to Waubaushene. I’m a second generation railroader, 31 years in, and a third generation hunter. My family has been here for over 4 generations.

I can take you to some of the best fishing holes this riding had to offer, just don’t expect me to catch them for you. My father and grandfather imparted wisdom that stuck. Tell the truth. Work hard. A handshake means something, and you’re only as good as your word. Every day, I make sure that I’m trying to live up to those words. Because……words have meaning!

It’s become fairly apparent that the “same old same” isn’t cutting it. Whether it’s a Liberal government, Conservative or some mashup of two parties to retain the upper hand. Be it federally or provincially, the job isn’t getting done. This is why I chose to be a candidate in the North Simcoe riding for this upcoming election. Not to win an election, but to create awareness. To provoke conversation and questions. How many people are aware that there are 27 registered parties!?!? That they have 23 options beyond the usual 4. Constituents are often only voting for what they believe to be the lesser evil. As voters, our core values have remained virtually unchanged. The same cannot be said for the elected officials.

I feel the core ideals of the party are in line with my own. In their statement of principles, you will read; Individuals are inherently free to make choices for themselves and must accept responsibility for the consequences of the choices they make.

This is something I’ve been saying for years because it was taught to me by my father and grandfather. Until recently I had never heard of the Ontario Libertarian Party but thanks to my disappointment in what I believed to be the only options, I started researching and have not only found a populace of like-minded people but a desire to share my newfound knowledge. And share I will, but I find it disheartening that the electoral system is so skewed. It should be a level playing field, not an opportunity for the show ponies with the most government, or more correctly, taxpayer money to parade around.

I hold no illusions regarding my outcome in this election. All I ask is that before June 2 people take some time to educate themselves. Then, when the time comes, vote with a true heart. Not because it’s how your family has always voted. Or because it won’t really make any difference. Or because you don’t want to split votes. People fought and died for our freedom of choice. Use yours.

I am retired from working many years as a chef and in my own business.

I am running as a Libertarian candidate in St Catharines to offer voters another option.

As a senior, I am very concerned about the affordability of living in Ontario. I see the rising cost of living as a direct result of government policies. Our elected officials do not care about the bottom line, as most Ontarians do in their own household budgets. Instead, they dip into the public purse to buy votes with program promises that we cannot afford. Usually, the actual administration, offices, enforcement, and human resources to run the new “program of the day” costs more than the actual program itself. In effect, the bureaucrats promise us a “better life,” but end up using our tax dollars to expand government itself, while merely appearing to serve us.

Secondly, I am worried about the lack of accountability in our politicians. Over the past number of years, we have seen our leaders undergoing ethics reviews and inquiries into their decisions and behaviour. No real punishments are ever delivered. Instead, we hear many apologies and promises that they will do better.

I do not trust our officials to serve me or my neighbours. As your MPP, I aim to enact legislation to strengthen Freedom of Choice, Individual Freedom and Personal Responsibility. I would enact policies to make ensure Government and Taxation is sensible and controlled. And most importantly, I will enact a Recall Legislation and Democratic Reform so that we can hold politicians to their election promises.

We need to restore sensible spending, reasonable government, and trust in our democracy.

I look forward to your support so I can work toward these goals.