Dr. A.Q. Rana, MD, FRCPC, FRCP (HON), Neurologist
Founder and Leader of the Centrist Party
Dr. Rana is a practicing Neurologist in Toronto for more than 15 years, and he specializes in Parkinson’s disease and Movement Disorders. He has authored several books and published many articles in the field of Neurology, Parkinson’s, and Movement disorders. He completed his FRCPC through the Royal College of Physicians of Canada. Dr. Rana has also been awarded an honorary FRCP from the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburg. He is focused on pragmatic and clinically proven research on Parkinson’s that can be applied to improve patient’s quality of lives.
Dr. Rana is the founder of the World Parkinson’s Program, a Canadian charitable organization that provides free medications to patients with Parkinson’s disease globally who can’t afford to buy medications. He is also the founder and former editor-in-chief of the Research and Reviews in Parkinsonism, published by Dove Press. Dr. Rana has been an invited speaker in many international seminars and conferences on Parkinson’s disease. As a result, people with Parkinson’s frequently consult with Dr. Rana from all over the world.
Dr. Rana has been honored with several awards including the Wayne Hening Award for his work in the field of Parkinson’s disease and Restless Legs Syndrome. He is listed in ‘Who is Who in the World’ and in the Leading Physicians of the World. He has authored a series of educational brochures about Parkinson’s disease that have been translated in more than 20 languages and are used in more than 50 countries around the world.
Kelly Walters, PMP
President of the Centrist Party
Kelly Walters is based in Toronto and works in operations and administration for various public and private organizations across Canada. Kelly has honed her skills in collaborative planning, business development, and field administration for the past 18 years working with election management bodies, political campaigning and corporate businesses. Holding accredited PMP Certification, she also has sustainability leadership and management certificates from Rotman School of Business and Toronto Metropolitan University, and a diploma in Public Relations. Kelly and her husband are active in the city’s local music and arts community.
Federal Council
Members of the Federal Council are talented individuals who are committed to shape the political landscape of Canada for Canadians. They promote Centrist values to unite Canadians and are from across Canada and belong to various fields of life. They are community leaders and professionals who sacrifice their time and provide oversight and guidance to the Party in policy matters and strategy.
Our Federal Council will comprise of seven members from Ontario, four from Quebec, three from British Columbia, two from Alberta and one from each of the remaining provinces and territories. Individuals interested to join our Federal Council should be the member of the Federal Centrist Party and apply by sending their CVs to [email protected].
Allan McCann
Giovanni Bisciglia
Ian Smith
Karen Merkley
Leo Duong
Mr. KULBIR SINGH
Nigel D’Souza
Rana G. Ahmad
Ritchie Singh
Rod Collins
Why Centrism?
Centrism offers a pragmatic approach that transcends the rigid boundaries of partisan politics. In a polarized political landscape where extremism dominates the discourse, centrist philosophy strives to find common ground and foster collaboration to bring about fair and transparent governance.
This approach recognizes the complexity of real-world issues, and that solutions are found in a nuanced understanding, rather than adhering strictly to one ideological stance. By prioritizing evidence- based decision making and compromise, centrism promotes policies that are more likely to be effective and sustainable.
Partisan politics leads to a deadlock in the legislative process. Incorporating diverse perspectives and drawing upon the strengths of both Conservative and Liberal ideas, centrism can pave the way toward comprehensive and inclusive policies that address the multifaceted challenges Canadians are facing today.
Be the Change
Engagement in the political process is a powerful means to bring about positive change in Canadian society by actively participating instead of just sitting on the sidelines. This in turn empowers citizens to have a direct impact on the decisions that shape their lives, and it fosters a sense of civic responsibility, instead of feeling like hapless victims of forces beyond their control.
The prospect of a brighter future for Canada lies in innovation and fresh ideas, embracing new perspectives for navigating the complex challenges that confront our society.
There’s only one true centrist party in Canada. Established in November of 2020, out of a desire to bring together all Canadians, to promote unity, accountability and stability in our increasingly fractured and disillusioned society.
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