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Rogers TV: Harshan Ramadass on Fernie's Wastewater Crisis
Harshan sits down with Rogers TV to discuss Fernie's long-overdue wastewater infrastructure — why it's been 15 years in the making, what it will cost, and how he plans to finally get it done as Mayor.
Harshan Ramadass on the Campaign Trail
Harshan speaks to the issues driving his campaign for Mayor of Fernie — infrastructure, affordability, and building a council that gets things done.
Campaign Live Stream
Watch the full live stream from the campaign — Harshan speaks directly with Fernie residents about the issues that matter most heading into the October 2026 election.
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Harshan Ramadass Running for Fernie Mayor
"These next four years are going to be the most important for a long time. We have significant infrastructure issues that need to be solved. We need to be really action-oriented, go after those really hard problems, solve them." — The Free Press, May 15, 2026.
Read the full article — The Free PressHarshan Ramadass Announces Run for Mayor of Fernie
"Our community deserves a Mayor who prioritizes the welfare of its citizens above all else, someone who is unafraid to challenge the status quo and even more determined to take the decisive actions required to move us forward." — Fernie.com, May 11, 2026.
Fernie Council Votes to Advance Prentice Park Fire Hall
Councillor Ramadass voted against rezoning Prentice Park — standing with the community in opposition to building on land transferred to the city for use as a public park. The 4-3 decision remains subject to a Supreme Court ruling.
Harshan Ramadass to Run for Fernie Council
"I love this town. My daughter is growing up here, and I want to see a good amount of stewardship in the government. This town attracts people from all over Canada and the world. It needs to be livable for everyone." — The Free Press, July 22, 2022.
Fernie City Councillors Advocate for Municipal Land Inventory
"We don't have a diverse tax base. As the costs keep going up, the only resource we have is to keep counting up the taxes for our residents. We need to come up with something that can mitigate that issue." — Councillor Ramadass, The Free Press.
City of Fernie Increases Water and Sewer Utility Fees to Address Deficit
"It's just an accumulation of indecision over years and years, enormous unfunded obligations and limited means. We've got to close the gap somehow and utility fee increase just has to happen. If we don't do it, we'll be doing a disservice to the community." — Councillor Ramadass, The Free Press.
Bowling for Council — the 4-3 Split
"Harshan Ramadass has thrown his hat into the mayoral ring. Good for him. At least we'll have a race for the mayor's chair … and that's a good thing." — Bill Phillips, Writer's Block, Fernie.com.
Council Deep-Dives into Budget
Councillor Ramadass brought forward a series of budget amendments to reduce expenditures — focused on keeping taxes low for residents. "It is nearly 30 per cent of our population that lives on limited income. Property taxes, hikes directly or indirectly, affect them." — The Free Press, March 14, 2025.
A Trail to Ale Tale
"Trail to Ale is about family, friends, and our beautiful great outdoors." Harshan writes about running the iconic T2A loop with his wife Pru — a Fernie tradition, a community ritual, and a tribute to Abi, who created the challenge.
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