Housing
Will I be able to afford to live here?
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Nenos Damerchie
Candidate for Councillor Ward 8
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?
Give residents confidence City Hall spends tax dollars responsibly.
- Residents pay more in property taxes and deserve reliable services
- Review spending for value and keep infrastructure apace with growth
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“Residents are paying more in property taxes and deserve confidence that City Hall is spending responsibly and delivering reliable services.”
Source: Ward 8 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · October 1, 2026
Confidence:High
Emergency services
When I call for help, will it come fast enough?
Partner with police and traffic staff on problem areas for safer streets.
- Public safety, speeding and careless driving are growing concerns
- Work with Hamilton Police Service and traffic staff on problem spots
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“working with Hamilton Police Service and traffic staff on problem areas”
Source: Ward 8 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · October 1, 2026
Confidence:High
Transit
Can I get where I need to go without driving?
New development must come with the transit and infrastructure it needs.
- Growth must be supported by transit and infrastructure
- Development should contribute fairly to what it requires
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“As the ward continues to grow, new development must also be supported by the roads, sidewalks, transit and infrastructure our neighbourhoods need.”
Source: Ward 8 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · October 1, 2026
Confidence:High
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?
Prioritize road and sidewalk repairs across Ward 8.
- Deteriorating roads and traffic congestion top concerns
- Push to reduce delays and bureaucracy for residents and businesses
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“prioritizing road and sidewalk repairs”
Source: Ward 8 profile (CBC Hamilton Q&A) · October 1, 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?
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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?
Damerchie supports the arts sector with responsible funding that delivers clear community value.
- Would review the City Enrichment Fund for demand, fair distribution and value to residents, including multi-year funding.
- Would review rates and policies for city-owned cultural spaces and support shared-use spaces.
- Believes consultation with the sector should happen early enough to influence decisions.
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“I would support the sector while making sure public funding is responsible and delivers clear community value.”
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?
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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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Think we got something wrong?
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