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Syeda Jaana Ali

Candidate for Councillor - Ward 19 (Beaches-East York)

In their own words

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Where they stand

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Housing

Will I be able to afford to live here?

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Syeda Jaana Ali's priority: affordable, secure housing — build and preserve affordable homes, protect tenants, prevent homelessness.

Priority: making housing more affordable and secure — build and preserve affordable housing, protect tenants, prevent homelessness.
Brings 15+ years leading commercial strategy and organizational growth, managing finances and delivering results to City Council.

“My priority would be making housing more affordable and secure for residents. I would focus on building and preserving affordable housing, protecting tenants, and preventing homelessness. For more than 15 years, I have led commercial strategy and organizational growth for global organizations, managing finances, using data to make decisions, building partnerships and delivering results. I would bring that same strategic, accountable & results-focused approach to City Council—listening to residents, and turning priorities into action.”

(several paragraphs)

Source: Know Your Vote Toronto — candidate questionnaire responses (Toronto Public Library)

Confidence:High

Syeda Jaana Ali would build purpose-built rental on public land, strengthen RentSafeTO, expand rent-bank and eviction-prevention supports.

Build more affordable and purpose-built rental housing, especially on public land, while protecting existing affordable units from being lost.
Strengthen RentSafeTO enforcement and tenant protections, expand eviction-prevention and rent-bank supports, increase supportive housing; stronger federal/provincial partnerships.

“Housing must be affordable, safe and secure. I would prioritize building more affordable and purpose-built rental housing, especially on public land, while protecting existing affordable units from being lost. I would strengthen RentSafeTO enforcement and tenant protections, expand eviction-prevention and rent-bank supports, and increase supportive housing. We also need stronger partnerships with provincial and federal governments so funding, housing supply and income supports work together. The goal: build, protect and prevent homelessness.”

(several paragraphs)

Source: Know Your Vote Toronto — candidate questionnaire responses (Toronto Public Library)

Confidence:High

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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?

Syeda Jaana Ali would improve lighting and cleaning, put trained staff and outreach teams on transit and in parks.

Safer, better-maintained public spaces through improved lighting, cleaning, visibility and faster responses to hazards.
On transit and in parks: stronger, consistent presence of trained staff and outreach teams, with police resources focused where most needed; prevention via mental-health, housing and youth services.

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“I would prioritize safer, better-maintained public spaces through improved lighting, cleaning, visibility & faster responses to hazards, while increasing community-based safety initiatives. On transit and in parks, people should see a stronger, consistent presence of trained staff and outreach teams, with police resources focused where they are most needed. Safety also means prevention—supporting mental-health, housing & youth services that address issues before they become crises. Every resident should feel safe walking enjoying neighbourhood.”

Source: Know Your Vote Toronto — candidate questionnaire responses (Toronto Public Library)

Confidence:High

Transit

Can I get where I need to go without driving?

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Syeda Jaana Ali would improve TTC reliability and frequency, fix roads and sidewalks faster, and coordinate construction.

A reliable, connected transportation system for transit riders, drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.
Improve TTC reliability and frequency, fix roads and sidewalks faster, design safer walking and cycling routes, coordinate construction and traffic management to cut congestion.

“I would prioritize a reliable, connected transportation system that works for everyone—transit riders, drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. That means improving TTC reliability and frequency, fixing roads and sidewalks faster, and designing safer routes for walking and cycling. I would also support better coordination of construction and traffic management to reduce unnecessary congestion. Transportation policy should be practical, evidence-based and focused on moving people safely and efficiently, regardless of how they travel.”

(several paragraphs)

Source: Know Your Vote Toronto — candidate questionnaire responses (Toronto Public Library)

Confidence:High

Syeda Jaana Ali would start with free TTC for seniors and opposes provincial measures like Bill 98 that limit local authority.

Prioritize making transit more affordable, starting with free TTC service for seniors.
Opposes provincial measures that centralize municipal decision-making, including Bill 98 provisions limiting local authority; Toronto needs authority to set priorities.

“I would prioritize making transit more affordable, starting with free TTC service for seniors. At the same time, Toronto must have the authority to make decisions based on the needs of Toronto residents. I oppose provincial measures that centralize municipal decision-making, including provisions in Bill 98 that limit local authority. Affordable transit, housing and services require local accountability. As Councillor, I will stand up for Toronto’s ability to set priorities and deliver solutions that work for our communities.”

(several paragraphs)

Source: Know Your Vote Toronto — candidate questionnaire responses (Toronto Public Library)

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?

Syeda Jaana Ali would advocate for better park maintenance, timely road and sidewalk repairs, improved drainage and reliable snow clearing.

Clean Parks and Resilient Infrastructure commitment.
Jaana will advocate for better park maintenance, tree protection, timely road and sidewalk repairs, improved drainage, reliable snow clearing, and long-term infrastructure investment.
'Well-maintained public spaces strengthen the community.'

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“Jaana will advocate for better park maintenance, tree protection, timely road and sidewalk repairs, improved drainage, reliable snow clearing, and long-term infrastructure investment.”

Source: Priorities | Syeda Jaana Ali Campaign

Confidence:High

Economy

Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?

Syeda Jaana Ali would support independent businesses, stronger main streets and safer shopping areas.

Strong Local Businesses and Community Services commitment.
Jaana will support independent businesses, stronger main streets, safer shopping areas, and more accessible programs and services for youth, families, and seniors.
'Strong businesses help neighbourhoods thrive.'

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“Jaana will support independent businesses, stronger main streets, safer shopping areas, and more accessible programs and services for youth, families, and seniors.”

Source: Priorities | Syeda Jaana Ali Campaign

Confidence:High

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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