Housing
Will I be able to afford to live here?
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Heidi Welker
Candidate for Councillor (Ward 1)
Elected (official result)
In their own words
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Where they stand
Every candidate in this race is shown against the same 16 issues, in the same order, whether or not we’ve found something for each one. Why we do it this way.
Taxes & spending
What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?
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Emergency services
When I call for help, will it come fast enough?
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Transit
Can I get where I need to go without driving?
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Government
Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?
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Roads & infrastructure
Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?
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Economy
Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?
Heidi Welker wants a vibrant year-round downtown, stronger businesses and sustainable infrastructure.
- Wants a vibrant year-round destination: stronger links between downtown, Muskoka Wharf and south-end business; celebrate community identity.
- Supports resurgence of the BIA, attracting new businesses, expanding tourism and business events, and year-round employment.
- Priorities also include streets, snow clearing, garbage collection, Health Hub improvements and attainable housing.
- Environmental protection and good governance: fire prevention, supporting Muskoka Conservancy, sustainable infrastructure.
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“I want Gravenhurst to thrive. Supporting the community and local businesses are my priorities.”
Source: Candidate Profiles - Town of Gravenhurst official election page · October 17, 2026
Confidence:High
Environment
Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?
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Healthcare
Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?
Heidi Welker wants at least 60 beds, more beds in Bracebridge and equitable care at each site.
- Supports advocating for a minimum of 60 acute-care beds, citing Gravenhurst's population growth targets.
- Wants more beds in Bracebridge and equitable care in each location; does not support the current MAHC model.
- Says acute care is stressful enough without being moved to another hospital.
- Undecided on the Pine Street site and on committing municipal funding; wants details first.
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“We need more beds in Bracebridge and equitable care in each location.”
Source: SSMHC 2026 Municipal Candidate Questionnaire Results - Gravenhurst · October 15, 2026
Confidence:High
Growth & development
How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?
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Social & community services
Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?
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Active transportation
Can I walk and bike safely around town?
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Arts & culture
Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?
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Data centres
Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?
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Water & waste
Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?
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Bylaw enforcement
Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?
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