Housing
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← Ward 2 Orléans West-Innes Councillor
Laura Dudas
Candidate for Ward 2 Orléans West-Innes Councillor
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.
Taxes & spending
What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?
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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?
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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?
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Economy
Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?
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Environment
Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?
Dudas championed the Ottawa River Lookout as a destination celebrating the waterfront's natural beauty and outdoor life.
- Says her goal was a destination celebrating the natural beauty of the waterfront
- Wants a place for residents to gather, reflect and connect with nature
- The Lookout includes seating, a bike ring post and inlaid stones that glow after dark
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“My goal was to establish more than just a viewpoint overlooking the Ottawa River. I wanted to help create a destination that celebrates the natural beauty of our waterfront, encourages people to spend time outdoors, and provides a welcoming place to gather, reflect, and connect with nature.”
Source: Summer 2026 Newsletter - Laura Dudas · August 7, 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?
Dudas says investing in community spaces like the new Ottawa River Lookout builds identity, belonging and a connection to nature.
- Frames the new Ottawa River Lookout as an investment in community spaces that bring people together
- Says places like the Lookout create identity and belonging, beyond roads and sidewalks
- Notes the Engage Ottawa consultation helped shape the project
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“This Lookout reflects the importance of investing in community spaces that bring people together and strengthen our connection to the natural environment.”
Source: Summer 2026 Newsletter - Laura Dudas · August 7, 2026
Confidence:High
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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