Premier at municipal election event in London

Premier Wynne has addressed a fundraising event for a candidate in the London, Ontario municipal election in October. Ms. Wynne is said to have attended the meeting for Jesse Helmer on “her personal time”. Mr. Helmer is said to be a personal friend of the Premier’s. He is a newcomer to politics and is trying to defeat incumbent member of London Council Stephen Orser.  Helmer raised $4,745 for his campaign from the Tuesday night event at which Ms Wynne spoke.