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Krissan Veerasingam

Candidate for Councillor - Ward 21 (Scarborough Centre)

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?

Krissan Veerasingam backs expanding co-op, non-profit and non-market housing, inclusionary zoning, real rent control

  • Supports expanding co-operative, non-profit and non-market housing.
  • Wants inclusionary zoning requiring affordable homes in new developments.
  • Will advocate to the Province for the return of real rent control and stronger protections against renovictions.
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“I support expanding co-operative, non-profit and non-market housing, while requiring new developments to include affordable homes through inclusionary zoning.”

Source: Krissan Veerasingam for Scarborough Centre · October 18, 2026

Confidence:High

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?

Krissan Veerasingam, TTC Riders co-chair, vows to fight for frequent bus service, fare freezes and fare capping, and the Scarborough Busway.

  • Co-Chair of TTC Riders; fought against TTC service cuts, advocated for fare freezes and fare capping.
  • Called for the Scarborough Busway after the RT closure.
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“I'll continue fighting for frequent bus service, faster transit, safer streets and transportation investments that respect Scarborough residents' time.”

Source: Krissan Veerasingam for Scarborough Centre · October 18, 2026

Confidence:High

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?

Krissan Veerasingam wants employment lands protected from redevelopment and main-street policies supporting local entrepreneurs over

  • Will fight to protect employment lands from redevelopment.
  • Will advocate for policies supporting main streets, affordable commercial spaces, and local entrepreneurs, not just national retailers.
  • Promotes Scarborough small businesses through projects like the RT Food Tour.
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“I'll fight to protect employment lands from redevelopment and support local businesses that create stable jobs within our neighbourhoods.”

Source: Krissan Veerasingam for Scarborough Centre · October 18, 2026

Confidence:High

Environment

Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?

Krissan Veerasingam's environmental work includes Repair Cafés that keep goods in use and a proposed Youth Climate Corps for parks

  • Through the Scarborough Environmental Association, launched monthly Repair Cafés, keeping hundreds of dollars in residents' pockets while reducing waste.
  • Advocating for a Youth Climate Corps for paid youth work improving parks, restoring natural spaces, and retrofitting buildings.
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“Through the Scarborough Environmental Association, I've helped launch monthly Repair Cafés that repair clothing, electronics, appliances and bicycles for free, keeping hundreds of dollars in the pockets of residents, while reducing waste.”

Source: Krissan Veerasingam for Scarborough Centre · October 18, 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?

Krissan Veerasingam will expand neighbourhood affordability programs — free repairs, clothing swaps, tool sharing

  • Helped launch monthly Repair Cafés repairing clothing, electronics, appliances and bicycles free.
  • Created community programs: sewing classes, nature walks, gardening programs, repair workshops, mentorship.
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“As your City Councillor, I'll continue expanding these neighbourhood-based affordability programs so every resident has access to practical support close to home.”

Source: Krissan Veerasingam for Scarborough Centre · October 18, 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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