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I’m Jeremy McCall, a 6’9” writer, nonprofit leader, community builder, and dad of three from London, Ontario. This is where I write about fatherhood, leadership, local issues, mental health, personal growth, and the occasional absurdity of trying to be a useful human in a complicated world.

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Jeremy McCall · Writer, nonprofit leader, and community builder

Vote on October 26th. You owe it to us all.

London votes Monday, and last time only one in four of us showed up. My hot takes on the mayor's race and all 14 wards, with full disclosure.

Local Politics

JMac

11 hours ago15 min read

It never used to be like this

I fell in love with London when I moved here at 12. What's changed, what worries me, and why I think we can get back to better.

London & Community

JMac

Sep 7, 202417 min read

I'm worried about our local library system

Libraries were my escape as a kid. Now I'm worried about London's library system, and I think you should be too.

London & Community

JMac

Feb 13, 202411 min read

Ward 11 Candidacy - The good, the bad, and the ugly

1,731 people in Ward 11 coloured in a bubble beside my name. An honest look back at the campaign: the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Local Politics

JMac

Oct 26, 202210 min read

Candidate Meeting Summaries - Paths Forward part 1

I took a LOT of notes in campaign meetings. Highlights on violence against women, transit, homelessness, development, and more.

Local Politics

JMac

Oct 24, 20228 min read

London Police Service - our current situation and a path forward

Policing runs in my family. My take on where London Police Service stands today, and a path forward.

Local Politics

JMac

Oct 18, 20229 min read

How to better support Ward 11 Small Business

Wortley Village has that small-town feel, but Ward 11 businesses have been left behind. What I heard from owners, and how we can help.

Local Politics

JMac

Oct 15, 20225 min read

FAQs from the trail - Parks and Playgrounds in Ward 11

A resident asked about old equipment, flooding, and scorching metal slides in Ward 11 parks. Here's the question and my answer.

Local Politics

JMac

Oct 14, 20224 min read

We need more AJ's, not less.

Meet AJ: smart, engaged, and exactly the kind of person London should be fighting to keep. Why we need more AJs, not fewer.

Local Politics

JMac

Oct 10, 20226 min read

The best endorsement I've received yet

My old basketball coach, Gar Leyshon, spoke at my campaign launch. It's the best endorsement I've ever received.

Local Politics

JMac

Sep 2, 20226 min read

Listen to what other people say

Don't just take a candidate's word for it. Nine reference letters from people who've worked with me, from before Dad Club London existed.

Local Politics

JMac

Aug 12, 20221 min read

Why I'm running for City Council

I'm not overly political, and I can't stand "us vs. them." Here's why I filed to run for Ward 11 city council anyway.

Local Politics

JMac

Jun 11, 20228 min read

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Reach Out

Vote on October 26th. You owe it to us all.

It never used to be like this

I'm worried about our local library system

Ward 11 Candidacy - The good, the bad, and the ugly

Candidate Meeting Summaries - Paths Forward part 1

London Police Service - our current situation and a path forward

How to better support Ward 11 Small Business

FAQs from the trail - Parks and Playgrounds in Ward 11

We need more AJ's, not less.

The best endorsement I've received yet

Listen to what other people say

Why I'm running for City Council

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