Vaudreuil-Dorion, (September 26th, 2025) – Karine Lechasseur, candidate for mayor, and the Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion team are proud to present their electoral platform for the upcoming municipal elections on November 2, 2025.

This platform puts forward a clear and inspiring vision, shaped through citizen participation activities held over the summer: building a harmonious, connected, and resilient city looking ahead to 2045, by relying on citizen engagement to co-construct collective projects, with culture and heritage at the heart of priorities.

“With Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion, we want to give citizens a real voice. We are proposing concrete solutions to build a more inclusive, more resilient city, focused on the future, with a clear vision from 2025 to 2045. By working together, with transparency and attentive listening as our guiding principles, we can build a sense of community in Vaudreuil-Dorion where everyone feels at home.” — Karine Lechasseur, mayoral candidate for Vaudreuil-Dorion.

Our distinction: Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion is committed to establishing participatory municipal governance that places transparency, equity, and inclusion at the heart of decision-making, by professionalizing the role of elected officials and strengthening the place of citizens in the democratic process.

Our ambition: To offer citizens an exceptional quality of life through inclusive gathering spaces, a renewed cultural vitality, and adapted sports and recreational infrastructures. The platform emphasizes accessibility and the vibrancy of social and community activities to sustain a strong social fabric.

Our orientations: Prioritize land use planning and sustainable development to set ambitious goals for social diversity, protect and enhance our natural and agricultural heritage, strengthen resilience, and support our local businesses through a dedicated municipal business service hub.

Our major structuring projects: Roll out a sustainable mobility plan, establish an innovative Health Hub, strategically develop the Harwood and Highway 20 sector, build social and affordable housing, and seek official recognition of flood protection works to ensure the safety and prosperity of the population.

“Our platform, like our team, reflects the diversity and richness of Vaudreuil-Dorion. It embodies our conviction that together, we can build a city that both reflects and unites us,” said Karine Lechasseur.

The Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion team invites citizens to consult the complete electoral platform online at www.inspirevd.ca.

Platform of Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion

2025 Municipal Elections

Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion unveils a full team 

Vaudreuil-Dorion, September 4, 2025 – In the heart of the Côte de Vaudreuil Vineyard, in a warm and festive atmosphere, more than 100 citizens, families, friends, and community partners gathered for the official unveiling of Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion’s team. A full slate of candidates will run under the banner of this new progressive political party once the municipal election is officially called at the end of September.

The evening featured the introduction of the party leader and mayoral candidate, Karine Lechasseur, who is a sitting city councillor, along with the eight candidates who have chosen to run alongside her in the upcoming November 2 municipal elections.

A committed and diverse team

Each candidate addressed the crowd to share their commitment and vision for a more participatory and inclusive city, which is the essence of Inspire. The team is proposing a renewed style of governance where citizens are an integral part of decision-making for the next city council.

Leader Karine Lechasseur emphasized the strength of collective action and shared her determination to ensure that Vaudreuil-Dorion becomes a city built by and for its residents:

“Listening, participation, and collaboration are at the heart of our approach. With Inspire, it won’t just be about being active every four years—it will mean a real presence in your neighborhoods and in your daily lives. Together, we form a movement capable of bringing Vaudreuil-Dorion to its full potential.”

The team reflects the Vaudreuil-Dorion of today and tomorrow:

• District 1 – Quinchien: Marie Camita Célestin, determined and pragmatic, carries a vision rooted in the socio-demographic diversity of her district.
• District 2 – Valois: Maëlys Eouani, a young graduate, thoughtful and grounded, represents the next generation of civic leadership.
• District 3 – Des Bâtisseurs: Jasmine Sharma, city councillor since 2017, embodies the new wave of leaders in Quebec, co-founder of Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion, and will act as team mentor.
• District 4 – De la Seigneurie: Benoît Giguère, union advisor and passionate about politics, advocates for fair and rigorous management.
• District 5 – Des Chenaux: Eric Girard, seasoned entrepreneur, community-oriented leader, seeks to be the voice of his district.
• District 6 – Saint-Michel: Sheldon Burgoa, early childhood entrepreneur, committed to creating harmonious living environments.
• District 7 – Desrochers: Vanessa Leduc, a native of the area with experience in municipal administration, is a paralegal that is also an engaged citizen, ready to value the strengths and champion the needs of her community.
• District 8 – De la Baie: Marie-Claude Nolin, recently retired from the education sector and an active advocate for flood protection, ready to continue her civic involvement.

Visit the party’s website at www.inspirevd.ca to explore the electoral team’s profiles and discover what sets Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion apart.

Citizen support and mobilization

The event also marked the launch of Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion’s fundraising and membership campaign. Several donations were announced live, generating palpable excitement in the room.

“Tonight, we are launching a citizen movement built on the participation of everyone. Every donation, every membership, every demonstration of support makes a difference. Together, we will build the future of Vaudreuil-Dorion.” — Karine Lechasseur, Leader of Inspire Vaudreuil-Dorion and mayoral candidate.