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Adrianne Cafariello
Candidate for School Trustee

Adrianne Cafariello Candidate profile approved

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Candidate statement

“I am running for school board trustee for SD 68 to support and advocate for our students, teachers, support staff and community. I believe in strong public education, strong unions, and strong communities. Inclusion and diversity in school help shape strong communities when we can respect one another.”

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Biography

I’m a mom of two, a social worker, an active union member, a proud lacrosse mom, and an engaged member of our school community. I grew up on the territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, and I’m grateful to now live on the territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation. These communities have shaped my understanding of connection, community, and the importance of listening. I spent years working alongside neurodivergent students and their families. That experience taught me the importance of inclusive education, individualized support, advocacy, and listening to students and families about what they actually need to succeed. I’ll bring that experience to the Board table. I believe in labour rights and collective action. I believe unions play an important role in building fairer workplaces and stronger public services. Supporting workers means supporting the people who show up every day for our children. This includes ensuring that educators and support staff have the resources to do their jobs safely.

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School Trustee

Board Governance

How should the school board make decisions, engage the public and account for its work?

How trustees set direction, consult families, staff and the public, make and explain decisions, and oversee district policy and operations.

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School Trustee

Education Funding

What is your approach to school district funding and budgets?

Provincial funding, the district budget, and how resources are allocated among schools, programs and services.

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School Trustee

School Safety & Culture

What is your approach to safety and culture in schools?

School culture, physical and psychological safety for students and staff, and how concerns and incidents are raised and addressed.

  1. "All schools needs to be safe for all students and staff. I will continue to promote SOGI curriculum. Collaboration with schools to understand the concerns and what measures are needed to to create change. My goal would be to make equitable across the district."

    Provided by the candidate Candidate profile approved 10/06/2026
School Trustee

Staffing

What should the district do to recruit and retain teachers and support staff?

Staffing levels, recruitment and retention of teachers, education assistants and support staff, and their working conditions.

  1. "I believe that collaborating with staff to determine gaps for supports and advocate. "

    Provided by the candidate Candidate profile approved 10/06/2026
School Trustee

Student & Staff Wellbeing

How should schools support the wellbeing of students and staff?

Mental and physical health supports, food programs, and services for students and staff navigating complex needs.

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School Trustee

Inclusive Education

How should the district support students with diverse learning needs?

Supports for students with disabilities and diverse learning needs, and individual education plans.

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School Trustee

Indigenous Education

What is your approach to Indigenous education and reconciliation in schools?

Indigenous student success, Indigenous knowledge and languages in schools, and the district’s relationships with local First Nations.

  1. "I am committed to continuing with NLPS ongoing commitment to Indigenous education and reconciliation. I believe in collaboration local First Nations committees."

    Provided by the candidate Candidate profile approved 10/06/2026
School Trustee

Facilities & Enrolment

How should the district plan for school facilities and changing enrolment?

School capacity, new and aging buildings, catchment areas, and long-range facilities planning.

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Education

What are your priorities for education and schools in Nanaimo?

How local schools can support student learning and well-being, provide inclusive and accessible education, and plan for changing enrolment, staffing, and facility needs.

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Childcare & Families

What are your priorities for childcare and families?

Childcare availability and affordability, and local programs, services and spaces for children, youth and families.

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How to vote

Official details come from the City of Nanaimo. Check their site for last-minute changes.

General Voting Day

Saturday, 17 October, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Nanaimo uses a vote-anywhere system, so you can vote at any City voting location. The Protection Island Fire Hall is open 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Voting locations map

Advance and mail voting

Advance voting is at Beban Park Social Centre, 2300 Bowen Road, on Wednesday, 7 October and Wednesday, 14 October, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Apply to vote by mail by 4 p.m. on Friday, 16 October. Completed ballots must reach the Chief Election Officer by 8 p.m. on Saturday, 17 October.

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