Guelph alumnus runs for Green party in federal election
Ontario’s former environmental commissioner, Gord Miller, is currently running as Guelph’s federal Green party candidate.
Miller completed both a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master of Science in plant ecology at the University of Guelph in the 1970s. He is currently moving back to Guelph for the election. With roots in Guelph, Miller has expressed that his heart is in the city in past interviews and press releases that his heart is in the city. Miller is passionate about Guelph, and cannot wait to pursue his candidacy in the city.
The Guelph Mercury quoted Miller, stating, “I started my career in Guelph and I’m hoping to finish it there.”
Miller has publicly expressed his admiration for Elizabeth May’s work. May, who is the leader of the Green Party of Canada, has also expressed her hope and excitement for Miller’s decision to run. Both figures have the utmost respect and support for one another.
“He’s just absolutely the ideal Green Party candidate,” said May in an article recently published by The Toronto Star.
The Green party has publicly expressed their distaste for Harper’s conduct, and Miller has also expressed his own opinion. The Guelph Mercury recently stated that Miller believes Harper’s government has “become very very authoritarian and is essentially bullying their way forward and radically changing this country.”
Miller’s roots and connection to Guelph, one of the most environmentally sustainable cities in Canada, should bring excitement to the city during the upcoming federal elections.