Steven Edwards

Candidate for Councillor Ward 10

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?

Edwards wants vacant downtown buildings repurposed for housing with federal and provincial support.

Asked what changes he would support to increase housing supply, Edwards said vacant downtown buildings need to be repurposed with federal and provincial support to reduce derelict spaces and encourage housing development.

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“I feel the vacant downtown buildings need to be repurposed, with support of the Federal and Provincial governments, to reduce the number of derelict spaces and encourage housing development.”

Source: London Chamber of Commerce — 2026 candidate survey (Steven Edwards, Ward 10)

Confidence:High

Taxes & spending

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

This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.

Edwards supports more responsible spending to keep downtown safe, beautiful and welcoming.

More responsible spending for downtown safety and beauty
City Hall funds need responsible allocation for a safe downtown space for all

“I support more responsible spending to keep our downtown safe, beautiful and welcoming.”

(one sentence)

Source: Downtown London BIA — 2026 Municipal Election Candidate Survey Responses (Steven Edwards, Ward 10)

Confidence:High

Edwards wants a full audit of city construction contracts, saying taxpayers shouldn't have to fight to learn why projects cost more.

Edwards proposed a full audit of city construction contracts and project delays, questioning why projects take so long and cost extra
He runs a zero-impact campaign with no donations, signs or mailers
His existing baseline rows (economy, taxes-and-spending on responsible downtown spending, government) do not include the audit commitment

“What I hear a lot of at the doors (is) why don't we know why this is taking so long? Why is it another half million dollars coming out of taxpayer pockets? I don't think people should have to fight to find this information.”

(reported remarks)

Source: London Ward 10 Election: Five Candidates Challenge Incumbent Amid Traffic and Infrastructure Concerns (CBC London, republished by Archyde) · October 18, 2026

Confidence:High

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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?

Edwards says local transit is struggling with reliability and wants continued work so all residents can access it.

Asked how he would improve transit, Edwards said local transit is struggling to provide reliable access, and the city must continue working with residents and partners so all residents can access transit services.

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“There is an issue in our city with local transit struggling to provide reliable access to their services. While much has been done to improve our transit infrastructure we need to continue to work alongside residents and city partners to ensure all residents can access these transit services.”

Source: London Chamber of Commerce — 2026 candidate survey (Steven Edwards, Ward 10)

Confidence:High

Government

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

This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.

Edwards: lack of fiscal transparency and responsibility is a top challenge.

Pillar Nonprofit Network 2026 candidate survey — Q6: Biggest challenges facing the nonprofit sector & actions candidates would support.

“One of the biggest challenges is lack of fiscal transparency and responsibility. I believe there should be open conversations that are available to all residents of London to access.”

(a few sentences)

Source: Pillar Nonprofit Network — London 2026 Candidate Survey (candidate's own Q&A answers)

Confidence:High

Edwards: make vacant downtown spaces accessible for future nonprofit use.

Pillar Nonprofit Network 2026 candidate survey — Q10: The City's role in supporting nonprofit infrastructure.

“With the high rate of vacancy in the downtown core, I feel the spaces should be made accessible and available for future use.”

(one sentence)

Source: Pillar Nonprofit Network — London 2026 Candidate Survey (candidate's own Q&A answers)

Confidence:High

Edwards would ensure supportive BIA involvement in City Hall decisions that directly affect the downtown core.

Encourage adequate and supportive involvement with the BIA on downtown-affecting decisions
Will review the Downtown Plan once elected before commenting further

“I will encourage adequate and supportive involvement with the BIA when making decisions at City Hall that directly affect the downtown core.”

(one sentence)

Source: Downtown London BIA — 2026 Municipal Election Candidate Survey Responses (Steven Edwards, Ward 10)

Confidence:High

Edwards: multi-year funding is case-dependent and needs further conversation.

Pillar Nonprofit Network 2026 candidate survey — Q8: Support multi-year funding & longer-term partnerships (Yes/No + why).

“Yes — This is case dependent and will require further conversation.”

(one sentence)

Source: Pillar Nonprofit Network — London 2026 Candidate Survey (candidate's own Q&A answers)

Confidence:High

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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?

Edwards would work with federal and provincial governments to ensure grants are used properly to encourage development of vacant buildings.

Work closely alongside Federal and Provincial government on grants
Ensure grants used in appropriate manner
Encourage development of vacant buildings

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“Work closely alongside the Federal and Provincial government to ensure that grants are being used in the appropriate manner to encourage the development of vacant buildings.”

Source: Downtown London BIA — 2026 Municipal Election Candidate Survey Responses (Steven Edwards, Ward 10)

Confidence:High

Environment

Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?

Edwards wants the Climate Emergency Action Plan to keep being followed and prioritized.

Asked which climate plan elements he would prioritize, Edwards said he would work with city partners to ensure the Climate Emergency Action Plan continues to be followed and prioritized.

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“Work alongside our city partners to ensure the Climate Emergency Action Plan continues to be followed and prioritized.”

Source: London Chamber of Commerce — 2026 candidate survey (Steven Edwards, Ward 10)

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?

Edwards would lean into London's UNESCO City of Music designation to drive arts and culture participation.

Asked what role arts and culture should play, Edwards said the city should focus on its UNESCO City of Music designation to encourage strong community involvement in arts and culture.

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“Focus on our designation of the UNESCO City of Music to encourage strong community involvement in arts and culture.”

Source: London Chamber of Commerce — 2026 candidate survey (Steven Edwards, Ward 10)

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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