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Nrinder Nann

Candidate for Councillor Ward 3

Elected (official result)

In their own words

This candidate hasn’t listed a campaign website or social account with the Town. That says nothing about them as a candidate — it just means less of their material is published online for us to summarise.

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?

Full spectrum of new housing: multi-bedroom, mixed sizes, mid-rise, high-quality infill.

  • 280 affordable/supportive units occupied; 305 on the way
  • Mid-rise and mixed-size infill in neighbourhoods
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“A full spectrum of new housing is needed: multi-bedroom, mixed unit size, mid-rise, & high-quality homes into existing neighbourhoods.”

Source: Ward 3 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · September 23, 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?

Pilot a Community Crisis Response program; ensure best roadway safety standards.

  • Community Crisis Response pilot
  • Best roadway safety standards
Show their words & source (one sentence)
“Pilot a Community Crisis Response program to mobilize appropriate supports to reduce points of conflict in our communities.”

Source: Ward 3 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · September 23, 2026

Confidence:High

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?

Proactive bylaw enforcement and fines for derelict/vacant properties; expand street cleaning.

  • Bylaw reform for derelict properties
  • Expand Glutton street cleaner to hotspot areas
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“Change bylaws to require proactive enforcement and fines for derelict/vacant properties with repeat public safety concerns.”

Source: Ward 3 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · September 23, 2026

Confidence:High

Roads & infrastructure

Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?

Invest in roads, parks, water systems in poor condition; on-time/on-budget with one-strike vendor clause.

  • Roads, parks, water system investment
  • Audit projects over $500K for improvements
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“Responsible investments in roads, parks, water system and facilities in “poor condition.” Require projects to be “on time/on budget” with a “one-strike/you’re out” clause for vendors who can’t perform.”

Source: Ward 3 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · September 23, 2026

Confidence:High

Economy

Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?

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Environment

Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?

Demand provincial emission standards be set to global best (air quality).

  • Global-best provincial emission standards
Show their words & source (one sentence)
“Demand provincial emission standards be set to global best.”

Source: Ward 3 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · September 23, 2026

Confidence:High

Healthcare

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

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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?

Nann would move a motion for a City Enrichment Fund review with sustainable funding beyond property taxes.

  • As Grants Sub-Committee Chair, moved an equity framework for city grants and annualized increases to the fund.
  • Would direct staff to report on needs and sustainable funding sources not reliant on property taxes alone.
  • Wants city-owned venues to set aside hours and rates for local artists, and arts venues co-located with affordable housing.
Show their words & source (several paragraphs)
“A review and strengthening of the CEF fund is needed and if re-elected, I will move a motion to direct staff to take this on and report back recommendations to address needs, contemplate sustainable funding sources that are not reliant on property taxes alone.”

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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