Leslie Zurek-Silvestri

Candidate for Councillor Ward 7

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?

Zurek-Silvestri wants smart growth matching infrastructure, with affordable living leading the discussion.

Smart Responsible Growth: development must match needed services and infrastructure.
Residents should have their say before shovels hit the ground.
Affordable living must lead these discussions.

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“Smart Responsible Growth: Development must match needed services and infrastructure, with opportunities for residents to have their say prior to shovels hitting the ground.”

Source: Ward 7 candidates in Mississauga 2026 municipal election (INsauga, via NewsBeep) · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Taxes & spending

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

Zurek-Silvestri wants fair taxes: wise spending, fiscal responsibility and an independent auditor.

Fair Taxes: make sure tax dollars are spent wisely.
Advocate fiscal responsibility alongside an independent auditor.

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“I will work to make sure tax dollars are spent wisely.”

Source: Ward 7 candidates in Mississauga 2026 municipal election (INsauga, via NewsBeep) · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Emergency services

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

Zurek-Silvestri would be tough on crime: prevention, safety town halls with Peel Police, neighbourhood communication.

Be Tough on Crime: support crime prevention.
Host town halls on safety with Peel Regional Police.
Encourage neighbourhood communication.

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“I will support crime prevention, host town halls on safety with Peel Regional Police and encourage neighbourhood communication.”

Source: Ward 7 candidates in Mississauga 2026 municipal election (INsauga, via NewsBeep) · October 9, 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?

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Roads & infrastructure

Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?

Zurek-Silvestri wants smarter traffic solutions, better transit and accessible infrastructure.

Fight for smarter traffic solutions to fix gridlock and improve transit.
Fix crumbling sidewalks; future-proof infrastructure for seniors and accessibility.
Hold contractors accountable for property damage.

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“I will fight for smarter traffic solutions to fix gridlock, improve transit, fix crumbling sidewalks and future-proof infrastructure for seniors and accessibility needs.”

Source: Ward 7 candidates in Mississauga 2026 municipal election (INsauga, via NewsBeep) · October 9, 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?

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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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