2026 Municipal Election

Hear directly from the candidates on the issues that matter

As we prepare for the 2026 municipal election, the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, together with our partner Cornerstone Association of Realtors, wanted to give our business community an opportunity to get to know the candidates putting their names forward to lead our communities.

Through Vision 1 Million, the Chamber has been asking an important question: Are we ready? As Waterloo Region continues to grow, the decisions made by our municipal leaders today will have a significant impact on our businesses, our workforce, our infrastructure and the overall strength of our economy.

To help our members make informed decisions at the ballot box, we invited all mayoral candidates in Kitchener, Waterloo, Woolwich, Wellesley and Wilmot to participate in this video series. Each participating candidate was asked the same questions, developed with input from the Chamber’s business community. Videos below are from candidates who chose to participate. Please check back regularly as additional videos are submitted.

*The series is intended to provide an opportunity for candidates to share their perspectives directly with the business community. The Chamber does not endorse individual candidates or political parties.

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Topics include:

  • Land assembly and job creation
  • Water infrastructure
  • Housing and municipal decision-making
  • Healthcare and a new hospital for Waterloo Region
  • Phase 2 of the ION LRT
  • Artificial intelligence and innovation
  • Livability, homelessness and housing insecurity
  • Trade, tariffs and supporting local businesses

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TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICH

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Your Voice Matters

Municipal government plays an important role in creating the conditions for businesses and communities to thrive. We encourage you to take the time to learn about the candidates, consider their perspectives and make your voice heard.

Get out and vote on Monday, October 26, 2026.