← Councillor - Ward 12 (Toronto-St. Paul's)

Jenny Kalimbet

Candidate for Councillor - Ward 12 (Toronto-St. Paul's)

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?

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

Jenny Kalimbet chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'.

Answer: Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing.
We need housing that people can actually afford, while providing appropriate supports for those experiencing homelessness so they can move into stable, permanent homes.

“We need housing that people can actually afford, while providing appropriate supports for those experiencing homelessness so they can move into stable, permanent homes.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenny Kalimbet chose 'Yes'; yes.

Answer: Yes.
Yes. If appropriate indoor space is available and meets a person's accessibility, safety and household needs, they should be required to leave the encampment. Our parks must remain safe, clean and accessible to everyone.

“Yes. If appropriate indoor space is available and meets a person's accessibility, safety and household needs, they should be required to leave the encampment. Our parks must remain safe, clean and accessible to everyone.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenny Kalimbet chose 'Yes'; it depends on the size and scale of the dwelling.

Answer: Yes.
It depends on the size and scale of the dwelling. I support allowing more housing as-of-right where new development remains consistent with the existing height and character of the neighbourhood. Toronto does not have enough rental housing but we need to ensure that new development fits communities.

“It depends on the size and scale of the dwelling. I support allowing more housing as-of-right where new development remains consistent with the existing height and character of the neighbourhood. Toronto does not have enough rental housing but we need to ensure that new development fits communities.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

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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.

Jenny Kalimbet chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'.

Answer: Grow approximately with inflation and population.
Property-tax revenues should generally grow with inflation and population, not through excessive tax increases. Toronto must live within its means, find efficiencies and ensure residents receive better value for the taxes they already pay.

“Property-tax revenues should generally grow with inflation and population, not through excessive tax increases. Toronto must live within its means, find efficiencies and ensure residents receive better value for the taxes they already pay.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

Toronto should reduce unnecessary administrative, staffing and contract costs before asking residents to pay more.

Answer: Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs.
Toronto should first reduce unnecessary administrative, staffing and contract costs before asking residents to pay more. The City must review spending, eliminate duplication and inefficiencies, and ensure taxpayers receive the best possible value from every dollar.

“Toronto should first reduce unnecessary administrative, staffing and contract costs before asking residents to pay more. The City must review spending, eliminate duplication and inefficiencies, and ensure taxpayers receive the best possible value from every dollar.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

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Emergency services

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

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

Jenny Kalimbet chose 'Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence'.

Answer: Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence.
Toronto needs a visible and effective police and bylaw presence to deter crime, respond to disorder and keep our public spaces safe. At the same time, enforcement should work alongside prevention, mental health supports and community partnerships to address problems before they escalate.

“Toronto needs a visible and effective police and bylaw presence to deter crime, respond to disorder and keep our public spaces safe. At the same time, enforcement should work alongside prevention, mental health supports and community partnerships to address problems before they escalate.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenny Kalimbet chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'.

Answer: Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services.
As Toronto grows, our police service must have the staffing and resources needed to respond effectively, address violent and hate-motivated crime, improve community presence and keep our neighbourhoods and transit system safe.

“As Toronto grows, our police service must have the staffing and resources needed to respond effectively, address violent and hate-motivated crime, improve community presence and keep our neighbourhoods and transit system safe.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

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Transit

Can I get where I need to go without driving?

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

Toronto residents need more frequent, reliable and safe transit on the routes they already use.

Answer: More frequent and reliable service on existing routes.
Toronto residents need more frequent, reliable and safe transit on the routes they already use every day. Before committing significant funding to new expansion, we must improve existing TTC service, reduce delays and overcrowding, and ensure riders can get where they need on time.

“Toronto residents need more frequent, reliable and safe transit on the routes they already use every day. Before committing significant funding to new expansion, we must improve existing TTC service, reduce delays and overcrowding, and ensure riders can get where they need on time.”

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Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenny Kalimbet chose 'No'; Toronto should first reduce congestion by completing infrastructure projects on time.

Answer: No.
Before introducing new tolls or congestion charges, Toronto should reduce congestion by completing infrastructure projects on time, moving bike lanes off major arterial roads where appropriate, and strictly enforcing no-parking rules during peak hours.

“Before introducing new tolls or congestion charges, Toronto should reduce congestion by completing infrastructure projects on time, moving bike lanes off major arterial roads where appropriate, and strictly enforcing no-parking rules during peak hours.”

(a few sentences)

Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 12 questionnaire · October 14, 2026

Confidence:High

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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?

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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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