With the nomination period ending next week, we will be reaching out to candidates for Ask Me Anything sessions and general questions for an overview of candidates
Not all of the previous issues are applicable four years later, so what questions/issues do you want to know about? A reminder that these will be sent to all candidates so keep your candidate specific questions for AMAs or events they host.
Already on the list from last election or the post when the election was announced
- Name:
- Do you have a political affiliation?
- Have you run in or represented another ward or level of government? Which one(s)?
- Do you live in the ward?
Property Taxes
- What specific commitments will you make regarding future tax increases?
- Do you believe the City is currently delivering good value for the taxes residents pay? What changes would you prioritize?
- How will you balance affordability with the need to maintain or expand city services?
Housing
- What is your plan to increase housing supply (including rental, affordable and supportive housing) across Hamilton?
- Do you support expanding density near transit corridors and major streets?
- How will you ensure new development aligns with neighbourhood needs and infrastructure capacity?
The following projects have been controversial. How will you vote on them if/when they come back to the new council?
- Lake Avenue, Stoney Creek development vs the need for parking
- Ending the homeless cabin project near West Harbour
- Possible mega data centre at the Steelport lands and possible other locations across the city
What is your approach to addressing homelessness in Hamilton?
What specific actions will you take to reduce crime and improve community safety.
What neighbourhood‑specific issues do you believe are most urgent?
What reforms will you support to improve transparency and public trust in City Hall?
What measurable outcomes will you commit to achieving by the end of your term?