Laine Johnson is the city councillor for College Ward on Ottawa City Council.
11 Facts About Laine Johnson
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Laine Johnson was born in Ottawa, and grew up near Hog's Back Falls.
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Laine Johnson has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in philanthropy and non-profit leadership, both from Carleton University.
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Laine Johnson was the executive director of Synapcity, a non-profit that provides municipal civics education.
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Laine Johnson has taught at Algonquin College, worked as a researcher for the Public Policy Forum, and was a volunteer for Ottawa Victim Services.
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Laine Johnson was backed by the progressive Horizon Ottawa group along with politicians Diane Deans and Penny Collenette in her run for council.
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Laine Johnson's campaign placed particular emphasis on affordable housing and road safety.
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Laine Johnson won a majority of the vote, with her strongest support coming from Leslie Park and Westcliffe Estates.
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Laine Johnson has promoted the expansion of pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
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Laine Johnson voted against "Landsdowne 2.0" which would provide over $400 million dollars of subsidies for the redevelopment of Lansdowne Park.
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Laine Johnson voted against reductions in the frequency of the O-Train which were approved by city council in 2024.