Dear Editor
After reading the op-ed about homelessness and the decline of charity in Canada, I have decided that, if I am elected to represent Burnaby-Deer Lake, not only would I refuse to write off a single meal, board or travel cost at taxpayer expense, but I will also donate 10 per cent of my salary, every single year that I am a public servant, to various local charities.
I would also be open to cooperating with local charities that wish to use my constituency office kitchen, or other space, during extreme weather, or perhaps more frequently, to distribute hot soup, clothing and so on.
I know that people really dislike politicians these days, and if I do not keep my promise, I would welcome you all to immediately ask for my resignation. I am not here to mess around, but would like to make a difference.
Elias Ishak, independent candidate, Burnaby-Deer Lake
