Re-elect for English Separate School Board Trustee
LAWRENCEBADANAI
A Trustee Who Puts Students First
As a parent, community member, and lifelong Thunder Bay resident, Lawrence Badanai is running to bring a caring, accountable voice to our Catholic school board.
Platform
What Lawrence Stands For
Four priorities rooted in community, faith, and a genuine commitment to every child in our schools.
Student Safety & Wellbeing
Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued at school. Lawrence will champion mental health resources, anti-bullying programs, and inclusive learning environments across the board.
Catholic Values in Education
Our Catholic schools are a cornerstone of this community. Lawrence is committed to preserving the faith-based foundation that makes our schools unique and meaningful to families.
Arts and Extracurricular Opportunities
Supporting arts, athletics, clubs and other extracurricular activities that give students more ways to participate, build confidence and discover where they belong. These opportunities are not extras — they are an important part of a student's education, well-being and connection to their school community.
Community Engagement
Parents, teachers, and community members deserve a seat at the table. Lawrence will continue to ensure your voice shapes the decisions that affect your children.
About Lawrence
A Neighbour You Can Trust
Lawrence Badanai has called Thunder Bay home his entire life. He and his wife Candi Badanai have watched their own child grow through the Catholic school system, they understands firsthand what families need from their school board trustee.
Lawrence is not a career politician — he's a community member who believes in showing up, listening, and doing the hard work to make our schools better for every child.
Read Lawrence's Story"Our children deserve a trustee who will fight for them every single day. That's a promise I make to every family in Thunder Bay."— Lawrence Badanai
On Election Day, I would appreciate your vote.
It has been an honour to serve our students, families and Catholic school community over the past eight years. I would truly appreciate your support and the opportunity to continue this important work on October 26 - Election Day.