“ Hi, I'm an Edmontonian interested in learning more about the political process. I'd like to talk about voting reform so that we can get a more representative spectrum of voices in the Alberta government. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm looking to meet new people and make new friends who share some of the same interests. ”

“ Serial NDP partier here: I'm a past President of Ottawa Centre's provincial riding association, a member of the provincial party executive and was the provincial candidate in 2003. I'll go anywhere where I can talk with NDP'rs from across Ottawa a ”

“ I'm involved with the Ottawa Centre NDP and an Ontario Riding Rep to Federal Council ”

“ VP of my local riding association. Carleton-Mississippi Mills NDP, computer geek, engineer, blog writer/reader, progressive politics and passionate Christian (weird enough profile for you?) ”

“ Hey there! Just wanting to get to know other people, as I am relatively new to the area. I really support the ideas of Jack Layton, and would like to get to know others who do to. ”

“ science writer (web & radio), researcher & geek. scrutineered (mostly inside) at almost every election since the early '80s - except the last one - and that's just 'cos they had too many volunteers! ”

“ Hello everyone! Just a quick "hi" to my fellow NDP supporters. Originally from Canada's Arctic, but have been living in Ottawa since 1995. I'm a born 'n bred socialist who is looking to meet up with like-minded individuals. ”

“ I am a 46 yr old physical therapist, interested in issues of international development, electoral reform, fair trade & green energy etc. I'm a cycling enthousiast, and like to e-pester the NCC works dept about problems with the pathways. ”

“ I am a recent graduate in Political Science and Economics from Dalhousie University. I was very involved with the Students Union and left-wing politics in Halifax. I moved back to Ottawa this fall and I am looking forward to getting involved here. ”

“ Interested in meeeting up with New Democrats in Ottawa-South on a Friday night. ”

“ A long-time reader and [wishful] thinker. Topics: cognitive science, evolution, geology, climate change, DiscWorld. Provide lectures on evolution [general and human] to local schools, groups. Favourite pub is Barley Mow. Contact welcome. ”

“ Journalism student at Carleton U ”

“ Just got a 20GB and an iSkin case which is awesome! ”

“ I live in Arnprior, i'm interested in getting together with other new democrats for coffee, beer and conversation. I work in acommunity service organization and I'm in ottawa often. ”

“ I'm new to the area and would love get involved in the local political scene. ”

“ Carleton Student ”

“ My name is Maciej. I am a grad student at Carleton University writing my thesis on the impact of collective memory on national identity. Ok...so I'm an academic, but I love it. ”

“ Been active for a few years....head of the University of Ottawa NDP Club ”

“ I'm a cook and a political junkie. I've been involved with my riding since the late 1980s. ”

“ A left wing guy fairly fed up with everything right wing in our political system. Regressive taxes are evil. We should be taking care of our poor, not our rich. I'm hoping the NDP are the answer. ”

“ Looking forward to meeting you! ”

“ I am Carleton U, PhD Grad. student in Mass Communication. I have lived and worked in Alaska, USA for the better part of 6 years before returning home to Canada last fall to begin my studies. I am originally from Calgary and Lethbridge, Alberta. ”

“ Hello All... a fellow NDP member wanting to keep in touch with the events in Ottawa-Centre ”

“ Hi all, glad you're all interested in Saturday's protest against missile defence... way to go NDPers! You're all awesome! If anyone is interested in helping out with the logistics of Saturday's rally, please show up at 12:30 p.m. on The Hill. Thanks ”

“ A long-time dipper who has recently moved to Ottawa-Centre. ”

“ Party member, experienced trade unionist and communications pro, past and future federal public servant (just when I thought I was out, they pulled me back in), left-leaning moderate and prospective PoliSci student. (Shout out to Carleton U!) ”

“ It's always about meeting like minded people. ”

“ What you should know: 1) I'm so cool I don't even need to say it, but do anyways; 2) I can really, really shake my booty on the dance floor, and; 3) I'm starting to age such that #1 and #2 don't really apply anymore. And I love progressive people. ”

“ I've been a long time supporter of the NDP, and more recently Chair Emeritus of the GLBTTQ Community Centre, a member of Pink Triangles Services, the Monarchist League and a Canadian Studies student at the University of Ottawa. ”

“ Hi - I'm Vero. *waves* ”

“ Ottawa U english major ”

“ I want local Weavers Meetups because j ”

“ sorry not much to say ”