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Councillor - Ward 6 (York Centre) · Toronto
3 candidates for 1 seat
Everyone is compared on the same 16 issues, in the same order. Candidates are listed alphabetically, and the order of issues is not a ranking. Each candidate's bio appears at the top, above the issues. How this works.
| Issue | Alexander Artamonov No website or social media listed | Conroy Irving No website or social media listed | James Pasternak✓Elected (official result) No website or social media listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bio | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? |
| HousingWill I be able to afford to live here? | Alexander Artamonov wants frozen property taxes and a maximal construction program.
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)“Property taxes - frozen for lower rent. Construction program - the most extensive possible, land values collapsed by 50%+ since the market peak so let's take advantage of favorable market conditions to build max possible housing (and supporting real estate) for Torontonians to benefit in the upcoming decades. Homelessness - max number of safe sleeping spots and hygiene stations.” Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Conroy Irving chose 'Build, acquire and own significantly more housing'
“Build, acquire and own significantly more housing” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
“Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Yes'; Yes when a person has been offered a safe, accessible indoor space that genuinely meets their individual and h
“Yes when a person has been offered a safe, accessible indoor space that genuinely meets their individual and household needs, the City should require the encampment to be vacated. But this must be done with dignity, not simply through enforcement.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'
“Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials'
“Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'
“Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Yes'
“Yes” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | James Pasternak pledges to expand affordable housing while keeping budgets responsible.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Committed to responsible budgeting while expanding affordable housing options and easing the cost of living for Ward 6 families.” Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Taxes & spendingWhat happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go? | Alexander Artamonov would freeze property taxes and the total city budget.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Free unlimited wifi. Freeze property taxes. Freeze total city budget. TPS budget - more services for the same money or less.” Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Conroy Irving chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
“Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'
“Grow approximately with inflation and population” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'No'
“No” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs'; Reduce internal administration
“Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs first. Toronto should identify efficiencies, eliminate unnecessary spending, and improve service delivery before considering tax or fee increases. Any savings should be pursued carefully so that essential frontline services are protected.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | James Pasternak commits to fiscal responsibility while supporting vital programs and services.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“James Pasternak has been committed to fiscal responsibility while supporting investments in vital programs and services.” Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Emergency servicesWhen I call for help, will it come fast enough? | Alexander Artamonov wants secret and uniformed patrols to catch criminals on the TTC.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“For TTC - all criminal employees to be fired, secret and uniformed patrols to catch all criminals on TTC. For TPS - the same budget with more policing services.” Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Conroy Irving chose 'Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention'
“Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'
“Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| TransitCan I get where I need to go without driving? | Alexander Artamonov supports a CAD35 unlimited weekly TTC pass.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“For TTC - please read my platform on Instagram. Also will support CAD35 unlimited weekly pass.” Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Conroy Irving chose 'No'
“No” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'
“Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards'
“Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'More frequent and reliable service on existing routes'
“More frequent and reliable service on existing routes” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| GovernmentWill decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Conroy Irving chose 'Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable'
“Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration'
“Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Allow police and approved organizations to deploy them under existing privacy law'
“Allow police and approved organizations to deploy them under existing privacy law” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
“Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'
“overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity'
“Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement'
“The City should actively advocate for its fair share of funding, infrastructure investment, transit support, housing resources, and services that Toronto residents rely on. Partnership is important, but Toronto should not compromise its priorities simply to align with provincial priorities.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Yes'
“Yes” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Roads & infrastructureWill the things I use every day actually get fixed? | Alexander Artamonov would fix long-neglected potholes fast and keep maximum lanes.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“For drivers - some potholes 5+ years old - I will fix them ASAP. For others - max lanes with good surface.” Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Conroy Irving chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'
“Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
“Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | James Pasternak promises road, stormwater, transit and public-realm infrastructure upgrades.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Delivering road and stormwater infrastructure, transit improvements, and public realm upgrades that keep York Centre moving safely.” Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| EconomyWill our main streets and local jobs thrive? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Conroy Irving chose 'Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life'
“Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Conroy Irving chose 'Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals'
“Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | James Pasternak backs the Duke Heights and Wilson Village BIAs to drive local jobs.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Supporting the Duke Heights and Wilson Village Business Improvement Areas to drive local jobs, investment, and a vibrant Ward 6 economy.” Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| EnvironmentIs the candidate protecting the nature we live in? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| HealthcareWill there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Growth & developmentHow fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Social & community servicesWho looks after the most vulnerable residents? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | James Pasternak wants better parks, recreation programs and seniors' services.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Improving city parks, recreation programs, and services for seniors so every resident can thrive in our community.” Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Active transportationCan I walk and bike safely around town? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Conroy Irving chose 'Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations'
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Arts & cultureDoes the candidate value what makes this place feel alive? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Conroy Irving chose 'Grants, city facilities and affordable cultural space'
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Grants, city facilities and affordable cultural space” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Data centresShould energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Water & wasteIs our drinking water safe and our waste handled? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Bylaw enforcementAre the rules fair, and are they actually enforced? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
Bio
Alexander Artamonov
No bio on record. Know something?
Conroy Irving
No bio on record. Know something?
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No bio on record. Know something?
Housing
Will I be able to afford to live here?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Alexander Artamonov wants frozen property taxes and a maximal construction program.
- He would freeze property taxes to keep rents lower and build as much housing as possible while land values are down.
- For homelessness he wants maximum safe sleeping spots and hygiene stations.
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)
“Property taxes - frozen for lower rent. Construction program - the most extensive possible, land values collapsed by 50%+ since the market peak so let's take advantage of favorable market conditions to build max possible housing (and supporting real estate) for Torontonians to benefit in the upcoming decades. Homelessness - max number of safe sleeping spots and hygiene stations.”
Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Conroy Irving chose 'Build, acquire and own significantly more housing'
- Answer: Build, acquire and own significantly more housing.
“Build, acquire and own significantly more housing”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
- Answer: Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing.
“Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Yes'; Yes when a person has been offered a safe, accessible indoor space that genuinely meets their individual and h
- Answer: Yes.
- Yes when a person has been offered a safe, accessible indoor space that genuinely meets their individual and household needs, the City should require the encampment to be vacated. But this must be done with dignity, not simply through enforcement.
“Yes when a person has been offered a safe, accessible indoor space that genuinely meets their individual and household needs, the City should require the encampment to be vacated. But this must be done with dignity, not simply through enforcement.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'
- Answer: Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit.
“Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials'
- Answer: Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials.
“Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'
- Answer: Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits.
“Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Yes'
- Answer: Yes.
“Yes”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
James Pasternak pledges to expand affordable housing while keeping budgets responsible.
- He promises responsible budgeting alongside more affordable housing options for Ward 6 families.
- His campaign frames housing action as easing the cost of living.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Committed to responsible budgeting while expanding affordable housing options and easing the cost of living for Ward 6 families.”
Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Taxes & spending
What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Alexander Artamonov would freeze property taxes and the total city budget.
- He promises frozen property taxes, a frozen total city budget, and more policing for the same TPS budget.
- His goal: same or less spending with better quality of life and lower cost of living.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Free unlimited wifi. Freeze property taxes. Freeze total city budget. TPS budget - more services for the same money or less.”
Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Conroy Irving chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
- Answer: Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity.
“Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'
- Answer: Grow approximately with inflation and population.
“Grow approximately with inflation and population”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'No'
- Answer: No.
“No”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs'; Reduce internal administration
- Answer: Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs.
- Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs first. Toronto should identify efficiencies, eliminate unnecessary spending, and improve service delivery before considering tax or fee increases. Any savings should be pursued carefully so that essential frontline services are protected.
“Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs first. Toronto should identify efficiencies, eliminate unnecessary spending, and improve service delivery before considering tax or fee increases. Any savings should be pursued carefully so that essential frontline services are protected.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
James Pasternak commits to fiscal responsibility while supporting vital programs and services.
- He says he balances fiscal responsibility with investment in programs and services.
- His site lists affordability and value for taxpayers as priorities.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“James Pasternak has been committed to fiscal responsibility while supporting investments in vital programs and services.”
Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Emergency services
When I call for help, will it come fast enough?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Alexander Artamonov wants secret and uniformed patrols to catch criminals on the TTC.
- He would fire criminal employees on the TTC and run patrols to catch offenders.
- He wants the same TPS budget with more policing services, plus 24/7 prevention.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“For TTC - all criminal employees to be fired, secret and uniformed patrols to catch all criminals on TTC. For TPS - the same budget with more policing services.”
Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Conroy Irving chose 'Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention'
- Answer: Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention.
“Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'
- Answer: Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services.
“Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Transit
Can I get where I need to go without driving?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Alexander Artamonov supports a CAD35 unlimited weekly TTC pass.
- He backs an unlimited weekly pass priced at CAD35.
- His broader platform details are on his Instagram.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“For TTC - please read my platform on Instagram. Also will support CAD35 unlimited weekly pass.”
Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Conroy Irving chose 'No'
- Answer: No.
“No”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'
- Answer: Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility.
“Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards'
- Answer: Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards.
“Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'More frequent and reliable service on existing routes'
- Answer: More frequent and reliable service on existing routes.
“More frequent and reliable service on existing routes”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Government
Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Conroy Irving chose 'Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable'
- Answer: Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable.
“Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration'
- Answer: Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration.
“Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Allow police and approved organizations to deploy them under existing privacy law'
- Answer: Allow police and approved organizations to deploy them under existing privacy law.
“Allow police and approved organizations to deploy them under existing privacy law”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
- Answer: Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting.
“Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'
- Answer: overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built.
“overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity'
- Answer: Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity.
“Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement'
- Answer: Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement.
- The City should actively advocate for its fair share of funding, infrastructure investment, transit support, housing resources, and services that Toronto residents rely on. Partnership is important, but Toronto should not compromise its priorities simply to align with provincial priorities.
“The City should actively advocate for its fair share of funding, infrastructure investment, transit support, housing resources, and services that Toronto residents rely on. Partnership is important, but Toronto should not compromise its priorities simply to align with provincial priorities.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Yes'
- Answer: Yes.
“Yes”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Roads & infrastructure
Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Alexander Artamonov would fix long-neglected potholes fast and keep maximum lanes.
- He singles out potholes untouched for 5+ years for immediate repair.
- He wants max lanes with good surfaces for drivers.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“For drivers - some potholes 5+ years old - I will fix them ASAP. For others - max lanes with good surface.”
Source: KnowYourVote Toronto — Alexander Artamonov candidate responses · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Conroy Irving chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'
- Answer: Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care.
“Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
- Answer: Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets.
“Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
James Pasternak promises road, stormwater, transit and public-realm infrastructure upgrades.
- He lists road and stormwater infrastructure, transit improvements and public realm upgrades.
- He has championed road infrastructure and stormwater management across York Centre.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Delivering road and stormwater infrastructure, transit improvements, and public realm upgrades that keep York Centre moving safely.”
Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Economy
Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Conroy Irving chose 'Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life'
- Answer: Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life.
“Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Conroy Irving chose 'Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals'
- Answer: Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals.
“Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
James Pasternak backs the Duke Heights and Wilson Village BIAs to drive local jobs.
- He supports the two Business Improvement Areas to drive local jobs and investment.
- He frames this as building a vibrant Ward 6 economy.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Supporting the Duke Heights and Wilson Village Business Improvement Areas to drive local jobs, investment, and a vibrant Ward 6 economy.”
Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Environment
Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Healthcare
Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Growth & development
How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Social & community services
Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?
Alexander Artamonov
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Conroy Irving
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
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James Pasternak wants better parks, recreation programs and seniors' services.
- He promises improvements to city parks, recreation programs and services for seniors.
- As Mayor's Envoy for Social Cohesion he leads the charge against antisemitism and hate, bringing communities together.
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“Improving city parks, recreation programs, and services for seniors so every resident can thrive in our community.”
Source: Re-elect James Pasternak — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Active transportation
Can I walk and bike safely around town?
Alexander Artamonov
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Conroy Irving
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Conroy Irving chose 'Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations'
- Answer: Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations.
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“Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
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Arts & culture
Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?
Alexander Artamonov
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Conroy Irving
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Conroy Irving chose 'Grants, city facilities and affordable cultural space'
- Answer: Grants, city facilities and affordable cultural space.
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“Grants, city facilities and affordable cultural space”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 6 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
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Data centres
Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?
Alexander Artamonov
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Conroy Irving
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James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
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Water & waste
Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?
Alexander Artamonov
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Conroy Irving
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James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
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Bylaw enforcement
Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?
Alexander Artamonov
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Conroy Irving
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James Pasternak ✓Elected (official result)
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