What People Are Saying

"We could not have a more caring, compassionate, committed and competent leader to represent us. I look forward to seeing Jan Harder making the decisions that are necessary to ensure Barrhaven is well served, while ensuring they are both responsible and compatible with the big picture and the future our nation's capital."

Ken Ross, Owner, Ross' Independent Grocer

"Jan is a spoiler. Her straight-talking, practical solutions to issues
facing our community, and on many occasions her personal involvement to
settle conflicts not in our interest, has made my five years working with
her special and frustration-free."

Robert Sirotek, President, Cedarhill Community Association

"I have known Jan for over 10 years now and find her to be a strong leader who listens to her constituents. Jan's vision for Ottawa is based on her strong sense of community. Jan has a solid reputation for supporting recreation programs and the infrastructure to deliver them. I and the local football community are personally grateful for the support Jan provided in the naming of Bob Stephen Football Field at South Nepean Park."

Steve Dean, President, National Capital Amateur Football Association

"I have worked with many people since the 80's to make Barrhaven a great place to live, but no one has had the tireless work ethic that Jan has! She is focused, forthright and knows how to get the job done! Her energy is amazing and her dedication to our community unwavering."

Cathy Maguire-Urban
Trustee - South Nepean/Riverside South
Ottawa Catholic School Board

"Having known and worked with Jan on community events for over twenty years I find her to be a pragmatic and reasoned politician with the best interests of our city foremost in her actions. Jan has a strong sense of community and of the need for consensus in the resolution of issues affecting us all. She is a fiscal conservative with a social conscience which is often seen as a contradiction. Never-the-less this is the Jan that Barrhaven has come to appreciate and who I support."

Richard Fleming, Chair, Public Advisory Committee for new Barrhaven Sportsplex

"As an active member in the Barrhaven community, I would just like to share my thoughts with you regarding our councillor Jan Harder. I have been in business all my life and I have never come across anyone so committed to their community like Jan is! Sometimes I do not know where she gets the energy to show up for every event, deal with the people in the community and still perform a great job! I am proud to know Jan and her entire family and I believe we are truly blessed in having her Jan as our councillor."

Patrick Creppin, Real Estate Broker

"We met Jan when our neighbourhood had serious issues with our community park. Jan answered our pleas, calling a public meeting and pledging to help us rectify the situation. She has since worked tirelessly with us to navigate through the bureaucratic red tape in order to reach a solution. Her willingness to meet with us and discuss our concerns was very refreshing and much appreciated. Her support and experience was invaluable, as Jan truly understands the issues that face our communities and the city at large. She has always answered our phone calls and provided valuable guidance and advice, and she is not afraid to get her hands dirty and pitch-in, volunteering before even being asked! We count ourselves extremely lucky to have a pro-active Councillor such as Jan who is open and accessible to her constituents and who has our best interests at heart!"

Karin Taylor and Wendy Bolf, Executive members of Stonebridge Community Association

"Jan Harder has worked tirelessly on behalf of our Community. Her dedication as our Councillor has been outstanding. Jan brings financial prudence and a common sense approach to building a Community where our residents can live, work and play. She knows the issues, and can stick handle through the City bureaucracy to achieve real results. Thank you Jan for all you do."

Susan Brownrigg-Smith
Past-President Orchard Estates Community Association
Director, Government Relations for Orchard Estates Community Association