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Cameron Kroetsch

Candidate for Councillor Ward 2

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.

Housing

Will I be able to afford to live here?

Support policies so Hamiltonians can remain in their homes, championing solutions to the housing crisis for downtown renters.

  • Accountable annual budgeting
  • Tenant protections
  • Expanding and maintaining existing affordable housing
Show their words & source (a page or more)
“To make Hamilton an inclusive community, the City must support policies that ensure Hamiltonians can remain in their homes. I will continue to fight for all residents, including the tens of thousands of renters who live downtown.”

Source: Platform - Cameron Kroetsch for Ward 2 Councillor · October 24, 2026

Confidence:High

Taxes & spending

What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Emergency services

When I call for help, will it come fast enough?

Push a 'fourth service' mental-health response alongside police, fire and paramedics.

  • Fourth-service mental health response model
  • Motion to investigate and report back
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“Right now, unlike other cities in Ontario, Hamilton lacks an adequate and coordinated mental health response service — we need a fourth service in addition to police, fire, and paramedics.”

Source: Ward 2 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · September 22, 2026

Confidence:High

Transit

Can I get where I need to go without driving?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Government

Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?

Honest answers, follow-through on promises, full accountability for mistakes and open, direct communication.

  • Consistent engagement and reliable communication
  • Governance review
  • Routine audits of city services and major projects
  • Open access to data
Show their words & source (a page or more)
“Every resident should be able to rely on honest answers, follow through on promises made, full accountability when mistakes happen, and open, direct, and helpful communication from their Councillor.”

Source: Platform - Cameron Kroetsch for Ward 2 Councillor · October 24, 2026

Confidence:High

Roads & infrastructure

Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?

Continue multi-million-dollar sidewalk program; fund pedestrian crossings and speed cushions.

  • Sidewalk improvements to clear backlog
  • Ward 2 reserve funds for crossings, speed cushions
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“I'll continue a consistent program of sidewalk improvements as I did during this term — spending millions to help us catch up on the backlog left by previous Councils.”

Source: Ward 2 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · September 22, 2026

Confidence:High

Economy

Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?

Support small businesses and community grants so Ward 2's main streets and local jobs thrive.

  • Small business supports
  • Community grants
  • Well maintained, safe, clean streets and buildings
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“We all want to participate in building a better city for all who call Hamilton home. That includes those who live in Ward 2, those who work here, and those who come to enjoy our businesses and amenities, including well maintained, safe, clean streets and buildings through responsive and responsible city services.”

Source: Platform - Cameron Kroetsch for Ward 2 Councillor · October 24, 2026

Confidence:High

Environment

Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?

Protect Hamilton's natural environment, factoring the declared climate emergency into every City decision.

  • Climate resilience and adaptation
  • Greenspaces and parks
  • Industrial pollution strategy and data centre regulation
Show their words & source (a page or more)
“We must work to protect it, including considering the City's declared Climate Change Emergency, as part of every decision the City makes.”

Source: Platform - Cameron Kroetsch for Ward 2 Councillor · October 24, 2026

Confidence:High

Healthcare

Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Growth & development

How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Social & community services

Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?

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Active transportation

Can I walk and bike safely around town?

Protected bike lanes and pedestrian safety as part of city building, with safe, clean streets for all modes.

  • Protected bike lanes
  • Pedestrian safety
  • Sidewalk and road repairs
Show their words & source (a page or more)
“Whether walking, cycling, driving, or spending time at home, we should feel secure.”

Source: Platform - Cameron Kroetsch for Ward 2 Councillor · October 24, 2026

Confidence:High

Arts & culture

Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?

Kroetsch commits to reviewing and strengthening the City Enrichment Fund, and already tabled a motion to increase it.

  • Already tabled a council motion to increase City Enrichment Fund funding; would bring it forward again if re-elected.
  • As Vice Chair of the Grants Sub-Committee, would work with staff to ease applications and strengthen arts funding.
  • Allocated $700,000 to improve a North End performing space and supported affordable artist space projects.
Show their words & source (several paragraphs)
“I will definitely commit to reviewing and strengthening the City Enrichment Fund and, during the budget process, tabled a motion to increase the funding.”

Source: CANDIDATE SURVEY: HAMILTON MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2026 - Hamilton City Magazine (Hamilton Arts Council survey) · September 23, 2026

Confidence:High

Data centres

Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Water & waste

Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Bylaw enforcement

Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

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