A bit about me…
My name is Dallas Burnett and I am running to be your next Ward 1 City Councillor.
I was born in Saskatoon, but grew up mainly in the Village of Borden, Saskatchewan, where I’ve experienced firsthand the power of a tight-knit collaborative community.
I have been a resident of Saskatoon since 2016, living in Mount Royal, Mayfair, Forest Grove, and North Park.
Much of my life has significantly revolved around Recreation, Community Development, Volunteerism, and Leadership.
I believe that my education, my experiences, and my platform align well with becoming a positive leader for the City of Saskatoon and I hope that all, or aspects, of my platform resonate with you.
If you have a question, comment, or suggestion please connect with me, I’d love to hear from you.
Higher Education
2020-Current
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Studies, SRM
University of Regina
2022-2023
Certificate in Local Government Administration
University of Regina
2017-2019
Recreation and Community Development Diploma
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
2015-2016
Freshmen Science Courses
McGill University
Board & Committee Experiences
Board Member
Saskatchewan Association of Recreation Professionals
2023 – Current
The Saskatchewan Association of Recreation Professionals works to advance the Recreation Profession through networking, education and advocacy. Currently I hold the position of Finance Chair and also sit on the Governance Committee and Membership Committee.
Registration & Communications Coordinator
Chairperson (2022-2023)
CurlSaskatoon City Bonspiel Planning Committee
2021 – 2024
The CurlSaskatoon City Bonspiel is the largest annual curling event in the Province of Saskatchewan. For the past three years I have helped assist the committee and CurlSaskatoon in hosting a high class event as well as raise money for Junior Curling development in the City of Saskatoon.
Chairperson
University Students’ Council
University of Saskatchewan Student’s Union
2019 – 2020
In 2019 I was appointed as the Chair of the USSU University Students’ Council where I helped provide leadership and ensured Roberts Rules of Order, the USSU Bylaw, and USSU Policies were upheld amongst Council.
Vice President Saskatoon Campus
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Students’ Association
2017 – 2019
While Vice President of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Students Association, I sat on many committees with various functions. These included:
- Student Leadership Advisory Council
- Intercultural Week Committee
- Welcome Week Committee
- Academic Affairs Committee
- Student Affairs Committee
Newsletter Coordinator
Hudson Bay Park / Mayfair / Kelsey Woodlawn
Community Association
2018 – 2019
While living in Mayfair, I sat on the HBPMKW Community Association where I produced an issue of one of the newsletters and helped with other initiatives such as the Community Clean-up.
Youth Representative
Borden Parks and Recreation Committee
2014 – 2015 | 2016 – 2017
Provided a youth perspective to community events and initiatives, as well as assisted with the implementation of the events and initiatives.
Examples: Annual Diefenbaker Daze Event, new playground, and community sport offerings.
House Representative
MORE Residence Council, McGill University
2015 – 2016
Assisted with coordinating events and brining forward student residence concerns.