Fourteen candidates are running for the open councillor seat in Ward 2 as sitting councillor Alvin Tedjo enters the race for mayor.
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Founder and CEO, formally acting as the Director of the federally incorporated entity 9875336 Canada Inc.
PREVIOUS POLITICAL EXPERIENCE
2026 Political & Economic Think Tank: Series of Deputations with Mississauga City Council, Mayor and Councillors, and the Budget Committee.
I have been living in Mississauga for 24 years.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
My priority is a safe, affordable and well-managed Ward 2, with Council focused on measurable results and effective delivery of core services.
My priorities are informed by residents’ concerns around public safety, property crime, road safety, housing affordability, neighbourhood standards, transit and fiscal responsibility.
I would bring a project-management and results-oriented approach to Council: establish priorities, assess risks, measure outcomes and review performance rather than simply increasing spending.
Public safety and infrastructure remain important priorities. I would also support practical transit and housing initiatives while maintaining appropriate fiscal discipline.
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Chaired voluntary public forums in Mississauga during the 1970s at City Hall, which led to civic initiatives like Canada’s first Rape Hot Line and Block Parents.
I have been living in Mississauga for 50 years.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
Attain Equality with Toronto so that, without causing hardship, we can tap quarter-billion-dollars per year to fund the Food Bank and YMCA to ensure no child goes hungry on the weekend. A guy threw a rock through a window in the Cop Shop so he could eat and sleep in the winter at a cost to us of $139 per day. We could feed and shelter him for less than $39/day.
Reduce crime, stop making criminals and save 100 bucks. We could increase services, reduce property taxes, especially for low income earners. How will other candidates do this claim? Magic?
We must stop landfill. I am setting up a Petition Pyramid that will survive the election and give people a voice in government. A public forum in city hall will engage people as a bridge to council.
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Executive Director, Ontario’s Big City Mayors
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This is my first time running for an elected position; however, I have previously worked for the Government of Ontario, the City of Mississauga for over a year, and as the Executive Director for Ontario’s Big City Mayors the past five years.
I was born and raised in Mississauga and have lived in Ward 2 for the past 12 years.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
My top priorities for Ward 2 are:
Safer, Stronger Neighbourhoods
Safer streets, practical road-safety measures, stronger home and vehicle security, better enforcement, solutions that reflect the unique and specific needs of each neighbourhood in Ward 2 — creating a place where families can thrive.Affordable Living
Responsible taxes without losing the services residents rely on, respecting what residents can afford, looking at best practices from other municipalities, greater advocacy for provincial and federal investment, and greater accountability on spending.A Greener, Brighter Ward
Protecting our Greenspaces, parks, trails waterfronts while planning responsibly for the future. Understanding and addressing our taxed airshed. Improving planning to address flooding and other impacts.
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OCCUPATION Small business owner
PREVIOUS POLITICAL EXPERIENCE No previous elected political experience.
DO YOU LIVE IN WARD 2? Ward 2 for 35 years. I am a lifelong Mississauga resident.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
My priorities are responsible spending, safer streets, protecting our neighbourhoods, reliable City services, supporting local businesses and open and accountable government.
Residents continually tell me that they are concerned about rising taxes while questioning whether they are receiving better services in return. My approach would be to bring every major spending decision back to a simple question: what measurable benefit are residents receiving for their money?
Public safety and road safety are major priorities. Residents should feel safe in their homes, walking through their neighbourhoods and travelling on our roads.
I also want Mississauga to remain a city where families can afford to live. Housing policy must include genuinely affordable housing and purpose-built rental housing, not simply increasing the number of market-rate units.
Finally, I believe residents deserve a councillor who is accessible and transparent. Decisions involving significant taxpayer dollars should be clearly explained, performance should be measured, and residents should be able to understand where their money is going and what results it produced.
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OCCUPATION Peel District School Board Trustee, business owner
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I was elected four years ago as the school trustee for PDSB. I was elected Vice-Chair of PDSB and also Vice-Chair of the Discipline Committee. I was also on the special education committee.
DO YOU LIVE IN WARD 2? Live in ward 2 and been in Mississauga for 51 years.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
If elected, my top priority will be putting Ward 2 residents first and making sure their voices are heard at City Hall. As a lifelong Mississauga resident, I want to help ensure that growth strengthens our quality of life.
Community safety will be a key focus. I will work with residents, Peel Regional Police and City staff to address concerns about home invasions, vehicle theft, speeding, traffic safety, property standards and the safety of our neighbourhoods, parks and public spaces.
I will advocate for responsible development. Mississauga needs housing, but development must be balanced with infrastructure, transportation, schools, parks and neighbourhood character.
Fiscal responsibility and affordability will guide my decisions. Residents deserve value for their tax dollars, and I will scrutinize spending, look for efficiencies and protect essential services while working to keep property-tax increases manageable.
Protecting parks, green spaces and our environment is another priority. These spaces contribute enormously to the health and quality of life of Ward 2 families.
Finally, I will make communication, transparency and accountability central to my role.
My goal is simple: a safe, responsible, affordable and connected Ward 2 where residents come first.
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OCCUPATION Partner in the Paradigm Group — Management Consulting
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I ran in the last federal election.
DO YOU LIVE IN WARD 2? I live in Ward 2 in Lorne Park and have been here raising my family for the last 22 years.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
Lower Taxes We must work for greater efficiency and elimination of waste in the city budget, just as you do in your daily life when you balance your household budget. Every $20 million in ongoing savings represents roughly $100 a year off your taxes on a home assessed at $1 million.Managed Growth Our community must grow in a manner that respects the residents of the already established neighbourhoods.Safer Streets I want to ensure we are supporting our police with the tools they need to address crime in Ward 2 and that everyone in Peel is paying their fair share.Clean Air The pollution in our airshed must be addressed for our children’s future. The solution is getting other levels of government to the table to work together for positive results in Ward 2 with industrial emitters.
NAME Abdul Mukhtar Ghafarzoy
Candidate did not respond to request for information.
Candidate did not respond to request for information.
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NAME Ross Kutisker-Jacobson
OCCUPATION Self-Employed (Real estate/Property Management), Ongoing legal studies
PREVIOUS POLITICAL EXPERIENCE I have an LLB and have volunteered on two different federal campaigns.
DO YOU LIVE IN WARD 2? Yes, I live in Ward 2, and I have lived in Mississauga for six years.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
I am running on a platform of affordability, safety, investment and growth. I’ll work to bring back common sense governance that bases decisions on information, evidence and science, that aims to build a fairer and better city for all.
I’ll work to lower your taxes, to make our neighbourhoods safer, to attract investment and business (both small and large), to grow our economy and create jobs. I’ll work to bring back common sense ideas like merit, civil discourse and personal responsibility. Finally, I’ll work to increase transparency and accountability to restore faith in government.
Candidate did not respond to request for information.
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OCCUPATION Community leader, mediator and arts professional
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First-time candidate for elected office. I have previously participated in local election campaigns and have a long-standing record of community involvement through local volunteer, educational, environmental and well-being initiatives.
I live in Ward 2. I have lived in Mississauga since 2015 and have built my family and community life here.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
My priorities begin with Mississauga residents: affordability, food security, public safety, mental health supports, strong neighbourhoods and confidence that municipal government uses money responsibly.
Children and families are especially important. No child should start school hungry or without support to learn. I want to support school nutrition programs, while advocating with school boards, the Region, Province and partners for stronger family supports. At the municipal level, we can help through safe routes to school, accessible recreation, libraries, parks, green spaces, and programs that give children opportunities to connect.
In speaking with residents, I heard how difficult it is to access mental health support. The City cannot solve this alone, but it can be a stronger partner — working with community organizations and other levels of government while helping residents connect with supports.
I want to support local businesses, community spaces, and programs that contribute to vibrant neighbourhoods. Ward 2 should be accessible and welcoming at every stage of life — from children to seniors — with opportunities for people to experience belonging.
Underlying all of these priorities is accountability. I want residents to know what their City is doing, how money is spent and how to reach their councillor. Representation should be visible, accessible and present.
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OCCUPATION Business Owner (Self-employed)
PREVIOUS POLITICAL EXPERIENCE
President of the Lorne Park Watercolours Residents’ Association (17 years).
DO YOU LIVE IN WARD 2? I live in Ward 2 and been in Mississauga for 22 years.
Phone number not provided.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
My platform focuses on protecting Ward 2’s character and addressing rising property taxes:
Fiscal Responsibility Rising property taxes are concerning. I will review ways to curb increases. The Region’s newly hired auditor will help identify waste and protect services without duplicating costs at City Hall.
Community Safety I support fixing the outdated funding formula that costs our taxpayers an unfair $86 million annual subsidy. I advocate for strict bail enforcement, am open to discussing public security cameras, and support empowering neighbours and residents’ associations with more tools.
Infrastructure & Roads I support alternatives like radar-activated flashing lights and lane-narrowing markers, while advocating for co-ordinated construction scheduling and synchronized signals to ease gridlock.
Responsible Development Because Ward 2 is largely built out, new growth must prevent taxing local infrastructure. I lean toward gentle density like townhomes and duplexes, and supporting the repurposing of underutilized commercial spaces to prevent residential street congestion.
Transit & Community Mobility I support Cycling Master Plan goals without removing driving lanes. Future expansions should focus on multi-use paths within wide boulevards to protect vehicle flow on narrow streets while enhancing safety. I also support expanding MiWay and better lining up schedules with Clarkson GO Station.
Medical Aesthetics & Medical Research
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25 years of dedicated advocacy for Ward 2 and Mississauga. Chair of MIRANET (Mississauga Residents’ Assoc. Network), President of the MWRRA (Meadow Wood Rattray Residents Association.) Vice-president of PRCA (Park Royal Community Association)
I have lived in Ward 2 for over 25 years.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
Adjust the Mississauga/Brampton tax split to 50/50.Establish an Independent Auditor General to cut waste, identify efficiencies, and improve city operations.Use attrition: do not replace retiring staff until taxes decrease.Close the $868M annual Provincial funding gap.Ensure Ward 2 receives its fair share from the Province.
Smart Growth & Infrastructure
Before we build up, let’s make sure we can keep up!Follow the Official Plan.Define housing affordability based on the average Mississauga resident.
Air Quality & Public Health
Ward 2 sits in a stressed air shed and needs stronger air quality monitoring and enforcement.Protect the Lake Ontario shoreline and urban tree canopy.Clean up our parks!Support community policing and neighbourhood safety initiatives.Advocate for a police station south of the QEW.Push for more court funding to ensure timely justice.Reduce speeding with traffic calming and regular police enforcement.Improve public transit and expand traffic studies to move people efficiently.Build Bus Rapid Transit lanes on Lakeshore and Dundas.No parking on Lakeshore by Jack Darling Park.Create a youth hub.Improve senior services to support aging in place.Simplify and speed up permit processes.Prioritize infrastructure maintenance (potholes, sidewalks, etc.).
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OCCUPATION Life Insurance Advisor
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I have been involved in politics for over ten years, and I ran in the last Municipal election.
My residence is in Mississauga and I have lived in Mississauga for over thirty years.
Phone number and email were not provided.
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP PRIORITIES?
Lower property tax. Affordable Housing.Overall affordability of community services.Advocate for Citizens concerns in Ward 2.
Over the years I have seen the City of Mississauga evolve into a metropolitan city and it continues to grow. As Councillor of Ward 2, my concern will be to advocate for the residents of Ward 2, to help make their community and lives better.