Endorsements

Ryan describes his leadership style as supportive and collaborative, shaped by his years as Chair at SD61, where he valued the input of every trustee, parent, and staff member around the table. He treated the chair as a role of service rather than authority, and he intends to bring that same philosophy to the Mayor's office. Residents, councillors, and staff will all be treated with respect under his leadership. This is what View Royal needs right now. A calm, steady, respectful Mayor who is careful and vigilant over the rights and needs of our residents. Ryan is an aware and concerned resident who will ensure taxation is prudent and well managed. He has voiced an interest in enhancing appropriate commercial development to help generate the revenue this town needs without putting the burden on homeowners. I have spoken with him at length, and I believe he can do the job. I am proud to support Ryan Painter for Mayor of View Royal.

Ryan is a grounded, capable, compassionate man, and I believe he has the clarity, resilience, and vision needed to serve View Royal as mayor. He listens with an open mind, speaks with integrity, and leads with purpose. I trust his ability to inspire positive change in our community, and I believe he’s the best candidate to guide our town forward.

What I want from a Mayor is pretty simple. Tell me the truth. Answer the questions I ask. Respect my time and tax dollars. I have every confidence Ryan will deliver on all three. He and I have known each other for several years now. As Ryan’s neighbour, I have watched how he engages with the people in this community. He treats residents with respect, and like adults who deserve real information, not spin. He believes Town Hall should set a standard: be transparent, responsive, and accountable to the people who pay for it. That sounds obvious until you look around and appreciate how rare it actually is these days. After some painful years, Mayor Sid Tobias has gone a long way towards restoring that standard. With Sid’s departure, I truly believe Ryan is the best candidate to ‘carry the torch’ forward. So I wholeheartedly support Ryan Painter in his run for mayor of View Royal, and I will vote for him without hesitation.

Ryan managed my campaign in 2022. He worked around prayer times without ever being asked twice. During Ramadan, he moved the schedule so our team could break fast together, and he stayed late to make up the hours himself. He came to the Masjid, took his shoes off at the door, listened more than he spoke, and treated our elders with real respect. I lead one of the largest congregations in Mississauga, and I run a business. I have met many people who are polite about faith. Ryan was careful with it. He is kind, he is focused, and he outworked all of us. View Royal would be fortunate to have him.

Our Council has made significant progress on a number of important files. We need a mayor who will continue working on these important issues. Ryan's skills, experience, and rational approach make him an excellent candidate for mayor of View Royal. - Ron Mattson, View Royal Councillor

Ryan is a good listener, readily accessible, and respects views that differ from his own. He runs very respectful and efficient public meetings, as he did chairing the District 61 School Board. He is dedicated to public service and represents electors in a positive manner.

I have known Ryan for many years as a friend and a fellow School Trustee. Although he served in District 61 and me in District 62, we were able to discuss and debate common issues. Ryan is very knowledgeable and a good listener and readily accessible. He understands and respects the points of view that may not be the same as his. He is a very good parliamentarian and runs very respectful and efficient public meetings. This was very evident during his time as Chair of the District 61 School Board.

Ryan is always well informed and knowledgeable about local and regional issues. He is dedicated to public service and can be counted on to represent electors in a positive manner. - Don Brown, View Royal Councillor.

I am pleased to endorse Ryan Painter for Mayor of View Royal. Ryan is well-informed and knowledgeable about local issues. He is a caring person and is genuinely interested in hearing what people have to say. Ryan’s approach is to work collaboratively to address concerns being expressed and to advance new ideas. His experience chairing the board of a large organization will help to facilitate different points of view being heard as matters are discussed. View Royal residents will greatly benefit from Ryan’s dedication to public service and determination to make a difference.

When SD61 Trustees axed the school police liaison program without wholesome meaningful consultation, parents were told to move on. Ryan Painter did not tell us that. He had already left the school board, so this was not his fight. He took it on anyway. He took our calls, read the reports, and co-signed a public argument when it was easier to stay quiet. Ryan showed up and listened, and I believe he will do that again as Mayor of View Royal.

I am proud to endorse Ryan. When families like mine faced uncertainty about continued access to Victor School's vital support and services, Ryan listened carefully, raised concerns, and advocated persistently for the resources our children and families depend on. His leadership helped ensure that our voices were heard and that families received meaningful support during a difficult and uncertain time. I have seen firsthand that Ryan does more than speak about standing with families - he shows up, takes action, and works tirelessly to help ensure they receive the care and services they deserve.