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Councillor - Ward 8 (Eglinton-Lawrence) · Toronto
6 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 | Daniel Trayes No website or social media listed | Domenico Maiolo No website or social media listed | Enzo Torrone No website or social media listed | Jason McDonald No website or social media listed | Liz Grade No website or social media listed | Mike Colle✓Elected (official result) No website or social media listed |
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| Bio | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | 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? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Daniel Trayes chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
“This question has 2 correct answers but i could only choose 1 😆” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'; More needs to be done.
“More needs to be done.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; Yes but with proper planning. Im not saying demolish all single family homes. Im saying public consultation an
“Yes but with proper planning. Im not saying demolish all single family homes. Im saying public consultation and proper planning.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; I 100% believe that if you are offered a home and you choose to stay in a park there's far much more needing t
“I 100% believe that if you are offered a home and you choose to stay in a park there's far much more needing to be discussed. I have the lived experience 2nd to none on this issue to help both the homeless folks as well as my future colleagues.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; The first 2 answers work.
“The first 2 answers work. Decreasing parking is not usually a good starting point for potential owners or renters.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods'
“Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Permit more apartments and multiplexes in nearly every neighbourhood'
“As long as there's proper public consultation and studies etc” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Enzo Torrone chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'
“I think Toronto should continue providing affordable housing while working with experienced developers and operators. Given the challenges TCHC has faced, these partnerships could improve building quality, maintenance, safety and accountability.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'No'; I support responsible development that strengthens our community, but I oppose overdevelopment, especially in
“I support responsible development that strengthens our community, but I oppose overdevelopment, especially in established single-family home neighborhoods. Growth should be balanced with the character, infrastructure, traffic, and quality of life of existing residents.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Yes'; I believe parks are meant to be shared community spaces, not places to live. If suitable indoor housing is ava
“I believe parks are meant to be shared community spaces, not places to live. If suitable indoor housing is available that meets a person’s needs, I believe they should be supported in moving indoors, where they can have a safer and more sanitary environment.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Maintain a stable, long-term pipeline of public projects'; I support keeping a steady pipeline of projects while
“I support keeping a steady pipeline of projects while expanding apprenticeships and training. I believe combining predictable work with a skilled workforce can increase construction capacity and support good local jobs.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce approval times, development charges and other city-imposed costs'
“I believe reducing approval times and development charges should be the priority. Lowering the cost and time required to build housing can increase supply and reduce costs passed on to buyers and renters, improving overall affordability.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce development charges, parkland payments and related levies'
“I support lowering municipal charges to help reduce the cost of building housing. I believe this could encourage more construction and make housing more affordable for buyers and renters.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; I support focusing new housing along major corridors and
“I support focusing new housing along major corridors and near transit. I think this would allow Toronto to grow while respecting established neighbourhoods, and could also help reduce traffic, car dependence and environmental impacts.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Jason McDonald chose 'Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials'
“Recognize international credentials and expand apprenticeships — we have the people, they're locked out of the trades by paperwork.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'; City supplies land
“City supplies land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers — and negotiates CBAs so the benefits land where the buildings go up.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; Speed is the tax the city hides.
“Speed is the tax the city hides. Automate routine permits and expand as-of-right — with CBA and affordable-unit conditions attached, not stripped.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'; Parks belong to everyone — but a real offer must come with supports, not a sweep that leaves people with nowhe
“Parks belong to everyone — but a real offer must come with supports, not a sweep that leaves people with nowhere to go.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'; More supply is essential — but it can't be blank-check upzoning. Density must deliver affordable units, parks
“More supply is essential — but it can't be blank-check upzoning. Density must deliver affordable units, parks and flood protection to the neighbourhood where it lands.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
“Build and finance affordable and supportive housing for working families under $100K — funded through the commercial parking levy and development charges, not resident taxes.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit
“Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit, where density is supported — with CBA benefits staying in the corridor.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Liz Grade chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; Reduces delays and costs by cutting red tape and helping builders
“Reduces delays and costs by cutting red tape and helping builders deliver housing faster.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Focus primarily on permitting enough housing and reducing barriers to construction'
“Toronto’s role should be to enable housing, not build it. The City should focus on faster approvals, less red tape, and predictable rules so builders can deliver more housing efficiently.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Reduce approval times, development charges and other city-imposed costs'; Enable private housing through faster approvals
“Enable private housing through faster approvals, lower development charges, and less red tape so builders can deliver more supply efficiently.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High PRE-WINDOW: Grade (Ward 8) backs universal design in all public buildings and accessible housing as a City housing-policy priority.
“I also strongly support universal design in all public buildings to ensure our public spaces and facilities are accessible and inclusive for everyone.” (several paragraphs) Source: CILT (Centre for Independent Living in Toronto) 2026 candidate questionnaire: disability commitments - candidate's own answers (PRE-WINDOW: letter dated 2026-10-22; responses posted as updates, undated) · October 22, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; We should build more housing where there is already transit
“We should build more housing where there is already transit and infrastructure, while keeping growth planned, focused, and respectful of neighbourhoods.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods'
“Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'No'
“No” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Yes'
“Yes” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Mike Colle made the Lawrence Heights affordable-housing revitalization a top city priority.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Approval in getting the Lawrence Heights Phase 2 and 3 revitalization affordable-housing plan the City's number-one priority.” Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Taxes & spendingWhat 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. Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; We need to do it all. We need all hands on deck to ensure we manage the $ responsibly while providing the need
“We need to do it all. We need all hands on deck to ensure we manage the $ responsibly while providing the needs of everyone involved.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'
“Grow approximately with inflation and population” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce or redesign lower-priority services'; I support reducing or redesigning lower-priority services first.
“I support reducing or redesigning lower-priority services first. I also believe Toronto should maintain an emergency reserve and bank appropriate year-end surpluses to help manage unexpected costs without immediately raising taxes.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Yes'; I believe additional revenue may be necessary if budgets are responsibly managed and funding is still insuffic
“I believe additional revenue may be necessary if budgets are responsibly managed and funding is still insufficient. Before asking residents to pay more, however, I feel we should first look carefully for waste and ensure existing tax dollars are used wisely.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Property taxes or new municipal income or sales taxes, if authorized'
“I would choose property taxes as the least disruptive option, but I don’t believe new taxes should be introduced. Property-tax revenue should support responsible spending, with the focus on controlling costs rather than continually raising revenue.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'; I support keeping property-tax increases roughly in line with
“I support keeping property-tax increases roughly in line with inflation and population, but only if we can first get spending under control and make sure tax dollars are being used responsibly.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Jason McDonald chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
“Commercial parking levy and development charges. Corporations and developers pay the costs their activities generate — not working families.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Grow more slowly than inflation, requiring service restraint or alternative revenues'
“Residential property tax grows below inflation. New spending is funded by the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and fraud penalties — not the homeowner.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs'; Cut the consultant and admin bloat first
“Cut the consultant and admin bloat first — the $58M consultant class — before touching services or raising taxes.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'; Yes. Deferring maintenance costs more later — the flood backlog west of the Allen proves it. But make corporat
“Yes. Deferring maintenance costs more later — the flood backlog west of the Allen proves it. But make corporations and developers pay, not homeowners.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Liz Grade chose 'No'
“No” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Reduce or redesign lower-priority services'
“Reduce or redesign lower-priority services” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
“Relying on growth related revenue with the use of technology to improve efficiency, reduce red tape, and speed up approvals.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'
“Grow approximately with inflation and population” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Mike Colle wants tax credits for security costs at schools and places of worship.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Requesting tax credits for security costs at schools and places of worship.” Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Emergency servicesWhen 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. Daniel Trayes chose 'Remain approximately constant after inflation'; Here is another question that can be answered multiple ways.
“Here is another question that can be answered multiple ways. Proper public consultation & a willingness of council and the police board to work together is key.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention'; The fact is they need to do all 3.
“The fact is they need to do all 3. So many issues have arisen with youth violence and retail thefts across the whole city. Time to say enough. Thats why I applaud those in Lawrence Heights who are mentoring the youth to a better future.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Enzo Torrone chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'
“I would support an increase above inflation only to ensure TPS is properly staffed. Once staffing needs are met, funding could track inflation, while using civilian services for appropriate entry-level responsibilities may help reduce overall costs.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence'; I support all three areas
“I support all three areas, but I lean toward enforcement, particularly addressing weapon offences. I also believe prevention, treatment and better-maintained public spaces can play an important role in improving safety.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Jason McDonald chose 'Lighting, maintenance, sanitation and active use of streets and parks'; "The streets west of the Allen are darker
“"The streets west of the Allen are darker, dirtier and less maintained than the east. Lighting, maintenance and active use fix safety before you need a badge."” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Remain approximately constant after inflation'; Hold the police budget roughly flat after inflation
“Hold the police budget roughly flat after inflation — and put new money into prevention, crisis response and lighting, not a bigger badge.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Liz Grade chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'; Supports safety and growth.
“Supports safety and growth.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence'
“This supports safer communities through stronger enforcement, accountability, and a visible presence to deter crime and improve public confidence.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Mike Colle makes community safety and strong neighbourhood policing 'job #1'.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“Community Safety and support for strong neighbourhood policing is job #1. Standing firmly against Anti-Semitic attacks of violence and in full support of more Police resources and call for RCMP and OPP's engagement.” Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| TransitCan 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. Daniel Trayes chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; Certain areas are underserved.
“Certain areas are underserved. We simply need to continue what we started on finch and eglinton.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Transit, walking and cycling'; I would choose all 3 answers if we could.
“I would choose all 3 answers if we could. All 3 are key factors to such a situation as this.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'No'; I would have to dig a little deeper and get specifics. I am not a driver at all so on this issue I will get ba
“I would have to dig a little deeper and get specifics. I am not a driver at all so on this issue I will get back to you.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Enzo Torrone chose 'No'; I am not in favour of road-pricing measures. I believe we should focus on a practical, sustainable traffic-man
“I am not in favour of road-pricing measures. I believe we should focus on a practical, sustainable traffic-management plan that addresses congestion and environmental needs without placing additional taxes or costs on residents.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; I lean toward expansion
“I lean toward expansion, especially where new rapid-transit lines can connect underserved areas and support future growth. At the same time, I think funding should still maintain existing infrastructure and improve service reliability so the system we have continues to work well” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Mandatory reporting on trips, collisions, congestion and curb use'
“I support mandatory data disclosure so Toronto can understand how autonomous taxis affect safety, congestion, curb use and transportation planning. Good data will help the city make informed decisions and adjust policies when needed.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; I think a balanced approach is important.
“I think a balanced approach is important. Streets should support transit, walking and cycling, but also deliveries, trades, accessibility, essential vehicle access and reasonable parking. Good planning should try to accommodate these needs wherever possible.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Jason McDonald chose 'More frequent and reliable service on existing routes'; Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit
“Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit, where density is supported — with CBA benefits staying in the corridor.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; Deliveries keep small businesses alive.
“Deliveries keep small businesses alive. Emergency vehicles keep people safe. Accessibility keeps everyone in. Essentials first — then we sort the rest.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'No'; No. Fund transit through the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and development charges — not new tolls on
“No. Fund transit through the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and development charges — not new tolls on working families” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards'; Accessibility
“Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum standards — the whole city gets served, not just the profitable downtown core.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Liz Grade chose 'No'
“No” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; Toronto needs long-term solutions that increase capacity, reduce congestion
“Toronto needs long-term solutions that increase capacity, reduce congestion, and support housing growth along transit corridors.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; This reflects a focus on keeping the city functioning safely
“This reflects a focus on keeping the city functioning safely and efficiently, ensuring emergency response, essential services, and economic activity are not disrupted.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards'
“Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Mike Colle champions the Eglinton Crosstown and stopped a four-year Bathurst-Eglinton closure.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“Revitalization of Eglinton West Underway, with Eight New Eglinton Crosstown Stations Open. Stopped Metrolinx from closing Bathurst and Eglinton for four years to build the Crosstown Bathurst Station.” Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| GovernmentWill decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Daniel Trayes chose 'Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement'
“Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them'
“the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Permits, licences, payments and service requests'
“Permits, licences, payments and service requests” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; I would say yes and no on this one. I believe deals should be made 100% transparent but direct details of the
“I would say yes and no on this one. I believe deals should be made 100% transparent but direct details of the build etc might serve as a security risk.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
“Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
“I don't know enough on this issue to comment. I will read up on it and provide details at a later date.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Maiolo defines leadership as responsibility and service, not titles — measured by impact on the people around him.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“For me, leadership is not about titles or recognition. It is about responsibility, service, and the impact you have on the people around you.” Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Enzo Torrone chose 'Yes'; I believe transparency is important, and residents should be able to clearly see how their tax dollars are bei
“I believe transparency is important, and residents should be able to clearly see how their tax dollars are being spent. Providing project budgets, timelines, and regular updates would help build trust and accountability.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Permits, licences, payments and service requests'; I selected resident services because technology should make life
“I selected resident services because technology should make life easier for residents. I also believe investments should be used wherever they make sense to improve efficiency, accountability and the quality of public services.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement'
“I support stronger advocacy with the province. Toronto should have greater authority to make decisions on local issues, while continuing to work with the province where cooperation is needed.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them'; I believe decisions should not rest on one person’s views.
“I believe decisions should not rest on one person’s views. We should listen to different perspectives and work toward practical solutions that reflect the needs and priorities of the majority.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
“I would support strict rules to make sure information is only used for its intended purpose. Clear limits on access, retention and sharing would help protect privacy while still allowing the technology to support public safety.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Use competitive contracts and outside providers where they can deliver better value'
“I support using competitive contracts where they provide better value, along with specialized agencies with clear performance expectations. I think both approaches can improve efficiency while maintaining accountability and quality.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration'
“I believe everyone should have the right to demonstrate peacefully and safely. At the same time, transportation and access to essential services should remain open, with a respectful balance between protest rights and the needs of others.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
“I support stronger professional project management, procurement and contracting. I also think limiting scope changes and fully funding projects upfront are important, with changes only when needed to address a genuine viability issue.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'
“Yes” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
“The Crosstown was a procurement and project-management failure. Strengthen contracting, ban repeat offenders, and enforce what's actually in the contract.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration'; Protest is protected
“Protest is protected — but with clear, published rules for locations, access routes and duration, so hospitals and small businesses can plan.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable'; Public data and outcome metrics
“Public data and outcome metrics — so departments know they're being watched and taxpayers can see what their money bought.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'; Permit it with citywide rules
“Permit it with citywide rules — limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing, so the watchers are watched too.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity'; Stop the $58M consultant churn.
“Stop the $58M consultant churn. Rebuild permanent city capacity so the people doing the work answer to taxpayers, not a billing clock.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Plan budgets and services on the assumption that substantial new provincial support will not arrive'
“Queen's Park writes cheques when it wants to. The city should plan on no new provincial money — and fund its priorities through the commercial parking levy and development charges.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'; If strong-mayor powers exist
“If strong-mayor powers exist, deploy them for housing supply — with CBA and affordable-unit conditions attached, not stripped in the override.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Liz Grade chose 'Yes'; As a City Councillor, accountability, efficiency, and transparency will be my priorities.
“As a City Councillor, accountability, efficiency, and transparency will be my priorities.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Procurement, finance, staffing and administrative efficiency'
“Procurement, finance, staffing and administrative efficiency” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
“Improves delivery and accountability through better project management and closed contracts to control costs and reduce delays.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'appointing and removing senior staff, restructuring departments'
“Strong mayor powers should be used sparingly and not concentrated in one area or function.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'; Balances safety and privacy with clear rules
“Balances safety and privacy with clear rules, limits, and oversight of technology use.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Keep major roads, transit, hospitals and essential facilities operating'
“Keep major roads, transit, hospitals and essential facilities operating” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals'
“Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Move major functions to arm's-length organizations with clear performance mandates'
“Move major functions to arm's-length organizations with clear performance mandates” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Roads & infrastructureWill the things I use every day actually get fixed? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Enzo Torrone chose 'Sell, consolidate or close facilities the city cannot sustainably maintain'
“I support reducing the city’s asset base where properties are no longer needed. Selling or consolidating surplus properties could reduce costs for taxpayers while putting valuable assets to better use” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'
“I support prioritizing basic maintenance and keeping existing infrastructure in good repair. I believe maintaining what we already have is more responsible and cost-effective than continually adding new infrastructure.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Jason McDonald chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'; Basics first — clean streets
“Basics first — clean streets, clear sidewalks, working washrooms. The west end has waited long enough for routine care.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Introduce a levy or other recurring source reserved for maintenance'
“Dedicated infrastructure levy from commercial sources, reserved exclusively for maintenance — not siphoned into consultant contracts or pet projects.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Liz Grade 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
“It’s important to address decades of decline in existing assets.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Mike Colle wants speed cameras back at schools and bold fixes for congestion.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“Bringing Back Speed Cameras at our Schools: "Our children's safety is Paramount", we need to ensure that our children are protected on their way to and from school. Combating Congestion at the Allen Expressway, Eglinton, and Lawrence with Bold, New Infrastructure Changes.” Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| EconomyWill our main streets and local jobs thrive? | Daniel Trayes chose 'Expand housing, transportation, public safety and infrastructure'
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Expand housing, transportation, public safety and infrastructure” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Enzo Torrone chose 'Direct financial bids, tax measures or customized agreements'
“I lean toward targeted tax reductions or incentives for major employers and investments that can provide clear economic benefits to Toronto, including jobs, investment and long-term growth.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce commercial taxes, fees and licensing expenses'; I support lowering commercial taxes and fees.
“I support lowering commercial taxes and fees. I believe this could help small local businesses stay open, support local employment and strengthen Toronto’s economy.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Jason McDonald chose 'Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals'; Delay is what killed 300 Eglinton businesses.
“Delay is what killed 300 Eglinton businesses. Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals — speed is the cheapest business incentive.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Jason McDonald chose 'Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life'; No more customized deals for the connected.
“No more customized deals for the connected. Fix housing, transit and safety, and employers come because the city works — not because we bribed them.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Liz Grade chose 'Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals'
“Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Liz Grade 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| EnvironmentIs the candidate protecting the nature we live in? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | 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? | 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? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Mike Colle fights 'hyper-development' mandates and wants to control overdevelopment.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Working With Marlee-Glencairn Residents to Control Extreme Overdevelopment Due to Provincial Planning Changes and Ensure There Is an Adequate Infrastructure Plan for Traffic Improvements, Sewer Capacity and Community Services.” Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Social & community servicesWho looks after the most vulnerable residents? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Maiolo cites a record of community service: not-for-profit volunteering, church initiatives, food drives and neighbourhood events.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“Giving back to my community has also been an important part of my life. I have volunteered with not-for-profit organizations, supported local church initiatives, organized food drives, and helped bring people together through neighbourhood events and community activities.” Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Active transportationCan I walk and bike safely around town? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Enzo Torrone chose 'Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards'
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“I believe safety should always come first when reviewing road lanes. Changes should be based on clear evidence, while also considering how they affect congestion, traffic flow and the needs of all road users.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Jason McDonald chose 'Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations'; Finish what's approved and measure it
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Finish what's approved and measure it — but don't rip out parking and lanes on commercial streets where small businesses need deliveries.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Liz Grade chose 'Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards'
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Arts & cultureDoes the candidate value what makes this place feel alive? | Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Enzo Torrone chose 'Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours'; I support reducing barriers for arts
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“I support reducing barriers for arts, culture and nightlife. Making it easier and more affordable to operate can help local businesses, artists and cultural organizations thrive while contributing to vibrant and active communities.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Jason McDonald chose 'Planning and property measures that preserve existing venues and workspaces'
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Little Jamaica waited 9 years for heritage protection. Preserve venues and cultural spaces before they're priced out.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Liz Grade chose 'Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours'; I support simpler permits and rules for arts
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“I support simpler permits and rules for arts, culture and nightlife, but without changing current hours.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 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? | 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? | 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? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
Bio
Daniel Trayes
No bio on record. Know something?
Domenico Maiolo
No bio on record. Know something?
Enzo Torrone
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Jason McDonald
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Liz Grade
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Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
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Housing
Will I be able to afford to live here?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Daniel Trayes chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
- Answer: Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing.
- This question has 2 correct answers but i could only choose 1 😆
“This question has 2 correct answers but i could only choose 1 😆”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'; More needs to be done.
- Answer: Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers.
- More needs to be done.
“More needs to be done.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; Yes but with proper planning. Im not saying demolish all single family homes. Im saying public consultation an
- Answer: Yes.
- Yes but with proper planning. Im not saying demolish all single family homes. Im saying public consultation and proper planning.
“Yes but with proper planning. Im not saying demolish all single family homes. Im saying public consultation and proper planning.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; I 100% believe that if you are offered a home and you choose to stay in a park there's far much more needing t
- Answer: Yes.
- I 100% believe that if you are offered a home and you choose to stay in a park there's far much more needing to be discussed. I have the lived experience 2nd to none on this issue to help both the homeless folks as well as my future colleagues.
“I 100% believe that if you are offered a home and you choose to stay in a park there's far much more needing to be discussed. I have the lived experience 2nd to none on this issue to help both the homeless folks as well as my future colleagues.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; The first 2 answers work.
- Answer: Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits.
- The first 2 answers work. Decreasing parking is not usually a good starting point for potential owners or renters.
“The first 2 answers work. Decreasing parking is not usually a good starting point for potential owners or renters.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods'
- Answer: Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods.
“Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Permit more apartments and multiplexes in nearly every neighbourhood'
- Answer: Permit more apartments and multiplexes in nearly every neighbourhood.
- As long as there's proper public consultation and studies etc
“As long as there's proper public consultation and studies etc”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Enzo Torrone chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'
- Answer: Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers.
- I think Toronto should continue providing affordable housing while working with experienced developers and operators. Given the challenges TCHC has faced, these partnerships could improve building quality, maintenance, safety and accountability.
“I think Toronto should continue providing affordable housing while working with experienced developers and operators. Given the challenges TCHC has faced, these partnerships could improve building quality, maintenance, safety and accountability.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'No'; I support responsible development that strengthens our community, but I oppose overdevelopment, especially in
- Answer: No.
- I support responsible development that strengthens our community, but I oppose overdevelopment, especially in established single-family home neighborhoods. Growth should be balanced with the character, infrastructure, traffic, and quality of life of existing residents.
“I support responsible development that strengthens our community, but I oppose overdevelopment, especially in established single-family home neighborhoods. Growth should be balanced with the character, infrastructure, traffic, and quality of life of existing residents.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Yes'; I believe parks are meant to be shared community spaces, not places to live. If suitable indoor housing is ava
- Answer: Yes.
- I believe parks are meant to be shared community spaces, not places to live. If suitable indoor housing is available that meets a person’s needs, I believe they should be supported in moving indoors, where they can have a safer and more sanitary environment.
“I believe parks are meant to be shared community spaces, not places to live. If suitable indoor housing is available that meets a person’s needs, I believe they should be supported in moving indoors, where they can have a safer and more sanitary environment.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Maintain a stable, long-term pipeline of public projects'; I support keeping a steady pipeline of projects while
- Answer: Maintain a stable, long-term pipeline of public projects.
- I support keeping a steady pipeline of projects while expanding apprenticeships and training. I believe combining predictable work with a skilled workforce can increase construction capacity and support good local jobs.
“I support keeping a steady pipeline of projects while expanding apprenticeships and training. I believe combining predictable work with a skilled workforce can increase construction capacity and support good local jobs.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce approval times, development charges and other city-imposed costs'
- Answer: Reduce approval times, development charges and other city-imposed costs.
- I believe reducing approval times and development charges should be the priority. Lowering the cost and time required to build housing can increase supply and reduce costs passed on to buyers and renters, improving overall affordability.
“I believe reducing approval times and development charges should be the priority. Lowering the cost and time required to build housing can increase supply and reduce costs passed on to buyers and renters, improving overall affordability.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce development charges, parkland payments and related levies'
- Answer: Reduce development charges, parkland payments and related levies.
- I support lowering municipal charges to help reduce the cost of building housing. I believe this could encourage more construction and make housing more affordable for buyers and renters.
“I support lowering municipal charges to help reduce the cost of building housing. I believe this could encourage more construction and make housing more affordable for buyers and renters.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; I support focusing new housing along major corridors and
- Answer: Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit.
- I support focusing new housing along major corridors and near transit. I think this would allow Toronto to grow while respecting established neighbourhoods, and could also help reduce traffic, car dependence and environmental impacts.
“I support focusing new housing along major corridors and near transit. I think this would allow Toronto to grow while respecting established neighbourhoods, and could also help reduce traffic, car dependence and environmental impacts.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Jason McDonald chose 'Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials'
- Answer: Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials.
- Recognize international credentials and expand apprenticeships — we have the people, they're locked out of the trades by paperwork.
“Recognize international credentials and expand apprenticeships — we have the people, they're locked out of the trades by paperwork.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'; City supplies land
- Answer: Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers.
- City supplies land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers — and negotiates CBAs so the benefits land where the buildings go up.
“City supplies land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers — and negotiates CBAs so the benefits land where the buildings go up.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; Speed is the tax the city hides.
- Answer: Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits.
- Speed is the tax the city hides. Automate routine permits and expand as-of-right — with CBA and affordable-unit conditions attached, not stripped.
“Speed is the tax the city hides. Automate routine permits and expand as-of-right — with CBA and affordable-unit conditions attached, not stripped.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'; Parks belong to everyone — but a real offer must come with supports, not a sweep that leaves people with nowhe
- Answer: Yes.
- Parks belong to everyone — but a real offer must come with supports, not a sweep that leaves people with nowhere to go.
“Parks belong to everyone — but a real offer must come with supports, not a sweep that leaves people with nowhere to go.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'; More supply is essential — but it can't be blank-check upzoning. Density must deliver affordable units, parks
- Answer: Yes.
- More supply is essential — but it can't be blank-check upzoning. Density must deliver affordable units, parks and flood protection to the neighbourhood where it lands.
“More supply is essential — but it can't be blank-check upzoning. Density must deliver affordable units, parks and flood protection to the neighbourhood where it lands.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
- Answer: Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing.
- Build and finance affordable and supportive housing for working families under $100K — funded through the commercial parking levy and development charges, not resident taxes.
“Build and finance affordable and supportive housing for working families under $100K — funded through the commercial parking levy and development charges, not resident taxes.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit
- Answer: Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit.
- Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit, where density is supported — with CBA benefits staying in the corridor.
“Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit, where density is supported — with CBA benefits staying in the corridor.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Liz Grade chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; Reduces delays and costs by cutting red tape and helping builders
- Answer: Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits.
- Reduces delays and costs by cutting red tape and helping builders deliver housing faster.
“Reduces delays and costs by cutting red tape and helping builders deliver housing faster.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Focus primarily on permitting enough housing and reducing barriers to construction'
- Answer: Focus primarily on permitting enough housing and reducing barriers to construction.
- Toronto’s role should be to enable housing, not build it. The City should focus on faster approvals, less red tape, and predictable rules so builders can deliver more housing efficiently.
“Toronto’s role should be to enable housing, not build it. The City should focus on faster approvals, less red tape, and predictable rules so builders can deliver more housing efficiently.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Reduce approval times, development charges and other city-imposed costs'; Enable private housing through faster approvals
- Answer: Reduce approval times, development charges and other city-imposed costs.
- Enable private housing through faster approvals, lower development charges, and less red tape so builders can deliver more supply efficiently.
“Enable private housing through faster approvals, lower development charges, and less red tape so builders can deliver more supply efficiently.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
PRE-WINDOW: Grade (Ward 8) backs universal design in all public buildings and accessible housing as a City housing-policy priority.
- PRE-WINDOW: Grade's own answers to CILT's 2026 disability questionnaire (letter dated 2026-10-22; responses posted as updates, undated); verified never extracted in any prior run or baseline
- Supports accelerating Toronto's 2024 accessible-housing commitments and strengthening universal design and accessibility standards
- Would advocate for accessible and affordable housing to be prioritized in the City's housing policies
“I also strongly support universal design in all public buildings to ensure our public spaces and facilities are accessible and inclusive for everyone.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: CILT (Centre for Independent Living in Toronto) 2026 candidate questionnaire: disability commitments - candidate's own answers (PRE-WINDOW: letter dated 2026-10-22; responses posted as updates, undated) · October 22, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; We should build more housing where there is already transit
- Answer: Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit.
- We should build more housing where there is already transit and infrastructure, while keeping growth planned, focused, and respectful of neighbourhoods.
“We should build more housing where there is already transit and infrastructure, while keeping growth planned, focused, and respectful of neighbourhoods.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods'
- Answer: Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods.
“Encourage modular construction, prefabrication and more efficient building methods”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'No'
- Answer: No.
“No”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Yes'
- Answer: Yes.
“Yes”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Mike Colle made the Lawrence Heights affordable-housing revitalization a top city priority.
- He got approval for the Lawrence Heights Phase 2 and 3 affordable-housing revitalization plan as the City's number-one priority.
- He also championed a 19-storey, 130-unit Reena residence for people with developmental disabilities.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Approval in getting the Lawrence Heights Phase 2 and 3 revitalization affordable-housing plan the City's number-one priority.”
Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Taxes & spending
What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; We need to do it all. We need all hands on deck to ensure we manage the $ responsibly while providing the need
- Answer: Yes.
- We need to do it all. We need all hands on deck to ensure we manage the $ responsibly while providing the needs of everyone involved.
“We need to do it all. We need all hands on deck to ensure we manage the $ responsibly while providing the needs of everyone involved.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce or redesign lower-priority services'; I support reducing or redesigning lower-priority services first.
- Answer: Reduce or redesign lower-priority services.
- I support reducing or redesigning lower-priority services first. I also believe Toronto should maintain an emergency reserve and bank appropriate year-end surpluses to help manage unexpected costs without immediately raising taxes.
“I support reducing or redesigning lower-priority services first. I also believe Toronto should maintain an emergency reserve and bank appropriate year-end surpluses to help manage unexpected costs without immediately raising taxes.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Yes'; I believe additional revenue may be necessary if budgets are responsibly managed and funding is still insuffic
- Answer: Yes.
- I believe additional revenue may be necessary if budgets are responsibly managed and funding is still insufficient. Before asking residents to pay more, however, I feel we should first look carefully for waste and ensure existing tax dollars are used wisely.
“I believe additional revenue may be necessary if budgets are responsibly managed and funding is still insufficient. Before asking residents to pay more, however, I feel we should first look carefully for waste and ensure existing tax dollars are used wisely.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Property taxes or new municipal income or sales taxes, if authorized'
- Answer: Property taxes or new municipal income or sales taxes, if authorized.
- I would choose property taxes as the least disruptive option, but I don’t believe new taxes should be introduced. Property-tax revenue should support responsible spending, with the focus on controlling costs rather than continually raising revenue.
“I would choose property taxes as the least disruptive option, but I don’t believe new taxes should be introduced. Property-tax revenue should support responsible spending, with the focus on controlling costs rather than continually raising revenue.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'; I support keeping property-tax increases roughly in line with
- Answer: Grow approximately with inflation and population.
- I support keeping property-tax increases roughly in line with inflation and population, but only if we can first get spending under control and make sure tax dollars are being used responsibly.
“I support keeping property-tax increases roughly in line with inflation and population, but only if we can first get spending under control and make sure tax dollars are being used responsibly.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Jason McDonald chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
- Answer: Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity.
- Commercial parking levy and development charges. Corporations and developers pay the costs their activities generate — not working families.
“Commercial parking levy and development charges. Corporations and developers pay the costs their activities generate — not working families.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Grow more slowly than inflation, requiring service restraint or alternative revenues'
- Answer: Grow more slowly than inflation, requiring service restraint or alternative revenues.
- Residential property tax grows below inflation. New spending is funded by the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and fraud penalties — not the homeowner.
“Residential property tax grows below inflation. New spending is funded by the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and fraud penalties — not the homeowner.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs'; Cut the consultant and admin bloat first
- Answer: Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs.
- Cut the consultant and admin bloat first — the $58M consultant class — before touching services or raising taxes.
“Cut the consultant and admin bloat first — the $58M consultant class — before touching services or raising taxes.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'; Yes. Deferring maintenance costs more later — the flood backlog west of the Allen proves it. But make corporat
- Answer: Yes.
- Yes. Deferring maintenance costs more later — the flood backlog west of the Allen proves it. But make corporations and developers pay, not homeowners.
“Yes. Deferring maintenance costs more later — the flood backlog west of the Allen proves it. But make corporations and developers pay, not homeowners.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Liz Grade chose 'No'
- Answer: No.
“No”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Reduce or redesign lower-priority services'
- Answer: Reduce or redesign lower-priority services.
“Reduce or redesign lower-priority services”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
- Answer: Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity.
- Relying on growth related revenue with the use of technology to improve efficiency, reduce red tape, and speed up approvals.
“Relying on growth related revenue with the use of technology to improve efficiency, reduce red tape, and speed up approvals.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Mike Colle wants tax credits for security costs at schools and places of worship.
- He requested tax credits to offset security costs for schools and places of worship.
- He also created bubble by-laws and asked for joint RCMP, OPP and TPS anti-hate task forces.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Requesting tax credits for security costs at schools and places of worship.”
Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Emergency services
When I call for help, will it come fast enough?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Daniel Trayes chose 'Remain approximately constant after inflation'; Here is another question that can be answered multiple ways.
- Answer: Remain approximately constant after inflation.
- Here is another question that can be answered multiple ways. Proper public consultation & a willingness of council and the police board to work together is key.
“Here is another question that can be answered multiple ways. Proper public consultation & a willingness of council and the police board to work together is key.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention'; The fact is they need to do all 3.
- Answer: Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention.
- The fact is they need to do all 3. So many issues have arisen with youth violence and retail thefts across the whole city. Time to say enough. Thats why I applaud those in Lawrence Heights who are mentoring the youth to a better future.
“The fact is they need to do all 3. So many issues have arisen with youth violence and retail thefts across the whole city. Time to say enough. Thats why I applaud those in Lawrence Heights who are mentoring the youth to a better future.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Enzo Torrone chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'
- Answer: Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services.
- I would support an increase above inflation only to ensure TPS is properly staffed. Once staffing needs are met, funding could track inflation, while using civilian services for appropriate entry-level responsibilities may help reduce overall costs.
“I would support an increase above inflation only to ensure TPS is properly staffed. Once staffing needs are met, funding could track inflation, while using civilian services for appropriate entry-level responsibilities may help reduce overall costs.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence'; I support all three areas
- Answer: Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence.
- I support all three areas, but I lean toward enforcement, particularly addressing weapon offences. I also believe prevention, treatment and better-maintained public spaces can play an important role in improving safety.
“I support all three areas, but I lean toward enforcement, particularly addressing weapon offences. I also believe prevention, treatment and better-maintained public spaces can play an important role in improving safety.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Jason McDonald chose 'Lighting, maintenance, sanitation and active use of streets and parks'; "The streets west of the Allen are darker
- Answer: Lighting, maintenance, sanitation and active use of streets and parks.
- "The streets west of the Allen are darker, dirtier and less maintained than the east. Lighting, maintenance and active use fix safety before you need a badge."
“"The streets west of the Allen are darker, dirtier and less maintained than the east. Lighting, maintenance and active use fix safety before you need a badge."”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Remain approximately constant after inflation'; Hold the police budget roughly flat after inflation
- Answer: Remain approximately constant after inflation.
- Hold the police budget roughly flat after inflation — and put new money into prevention, crisis response and lighting, not a bigger badge.
“Hold the police budget roughly flat after inflation — and put new money into prevention, crisis response and lighting, not a bigger badge.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Liz Grade chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'; Supports safety and growth.
- Answer: Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services.
- Supports safety and growth.
“Supports safety and growth.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence'
- Answer: Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence.
- This supports safer communities through stronger enforcement, accountability, and a visible presence to deter crime and improve public confidence.
“This supports safer communities through stronger enforcement, accountability, and a visible presence to deter crime and improve public confidence.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Mike Colle makes community safety and strong neighbourhood policing 'job #1'.
- He demands full-time RCMP and OPP presence on the ground against gun violence at streets, schools, synagogues and small businesses.
- He backs more police resources and led the push to raise the police budget to $1.5 billion.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“Community Safety and support for strong neighbourhood policing is job #1. Standing firmly against Anti-Semitic attacks of violence and in full support of more Police resources and call for RCMP and OPP's engagement.”
Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Transit
Can I get where I need to go without driving?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Daniel Trayes chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; Certain areas are underserved.
- Answer: New rapid-transit lines and extensions.
- Certain areas are underserved. We simply need to continue what we started on finch and eglinton.
“Certain areas are underserved. We simply need to continue what we started on finch and eglinton.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Transit, walking and cycling'; I would choose all 3 answers if we could.
- Answer: Transit, walking and cycling.
- I would choose all 3 answers if we could. All 3 are key factors to such a situation as this.
“I would choose all 3 answers if we could. All 3 are key factors to such a situation as this.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'No'; I would have to dig a little deeper and get specifics. I am not a driver at all so on this issue I will get ba
- Answer: No.
- I would have to dig a little deeper and get specifics. I am not a driver at all so on this issue I will get back to you.
“I would have to dig a little deeper and get specifics. I am not a driver at all so on this issue I will get back to you.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Enzo Torrone chose 'No'; I am not in favour of road-pricing measures. I believe we should focus on a practical, sustainable traffic-man
- Answer: No.
- I am not in favour of road-pricing measures. I believe we should focus on a practical, sustainable traffic-management plan that addresses congestion and environmental needs without placing additional taxes or costs on residents.
“I am not in favour of road-pricing measures. I believe we should focus on a practical, sustainable traffic-management plan that addresses congestion and environmental needs without placing additional taxes or costs on residents.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; I lean toward expansion
- Answer: New rapid-transit lines and extensions.
- I lean toward expansion, especially where new rapid-transit lines can connect underserved areas and support future growth. At the same time, I think funding should still maintain existing infrastructure and improve service reliability so the system we have continues to work well
“I lean toward expansion, especially where new rapid-transit lines can connect underserved areas and support future growth. At the same time, I think funding should still maintain existing infrastructure and improve service reliability so the system we have continues to work well”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Mandatory reporting on trips, collisions, congestion and curb use'
- Answer: Mandatory reporting on trips, collisions, congestion and curb use.
- I support mandatory data disclosure so Toronto can understand how autonomous taxis affect safety, congestion, curb use and transportation planning. Good data will help the city make informed decisions and adjust policies when needed.
“I support mandatory data disclosure so Toronto can understand how autonomous taxis affect safety, congestion, curb use and transportation planning. Good data will help the city make informed decisions and adjust policies when needed.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; I think a balanced approach is important.
- Answer: Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility.
- I think a balanced approach is important. Streets should support transit, walking and cycling, but also deliveries, trades, accessibility, essential vehicle access and reasonable parking. Good planning should try to accommodate these needs wherever possible.
“I think a balanced approach is important. Streets should support transit, walking and cycling, but also deliveries, trades, accessibility, essential vehicle access and reasonable parking. Good planning should try to accommodate these needs wherever possible.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Jason McDonald chose 'More frequent and reliable service on existing routes'; Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit
- Answer: More frequent and reliable service on existing routes.
- Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit, where density is supported — with CBA benefits staying in the corridor.
“Concentrate growth on Eglinton and near rapid transit, where density is supported — with CBA benefits staying in the corridor.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; Deliveries keep small businesses alive.
- Answer: Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility.
- Deliveries keep small businesses alive. Emergency vehicles keep people safe. Accessibility keeps everyone in. Essentials first — then we sort the rest.
“Deliveries keep small businesses alive. Emergency vehicles keep people safe. Accessibility keeps everyone in. Essentials first — then we sort the rest.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'No'; No. Fund transit through the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and development charges — not new tolls on
- Answer: No.
- No. Fund transit through the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and development charges — not new tolls on working families
“No. Fund transit through the commercial parking levy, billboard tax and development charges — not new tolls on working families”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards'; Accessibility
- Answer: Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum service standards.
- Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum standards — the whole city gets served, not just the profitable downtown core.
“Accessibility, geographic coverage and minimum standards — the whole city gets served, not just the profitable downtown core.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Liz Grade chose 'No'
- Answer: No.
“No”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; Toronto needs long-term solutions that increase capacity, reduce congestion
- Answer: New rapid-transit lines and extensions.
- Toronto needs long-term solutions that increase capacity, reduce congestion, and support housing growth along transit corridors.
“Toronto needs long-term solutions that increase capacity, reduce congestion, and support housing growth along transit corridors.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; This reflects a focus on keeping the city functioning safely
- Answer: Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility.
- This reflects a focus on keeping the city functioning safely and efficiently, ensuring emergency response, essential services, and economic activity are not disrupted.
“This reflects a focus on keeping the city functioning safely and efficiently, ensuring emergency response, essential services, and economic activity are not disrupted.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Mike Colle champions the Eglinton Crosstown and stopped a four-year Bathurst-Eglinton closure.
- He highlights eight new Eglinton Crosstown stations now open.
- He stopped Metrolinx from closing Bathurst and Eglinton for four years to build the Crosstown station.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“Revitalization of Eglinton West Underway, with Eight New Eglinton Crosstown Stations Open. Stopped Metrolinx from closing Bathurst and Eglinton for four years to build the Crosstown Bathurst Station.”
Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Government
Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Daniel Trayes chose 'Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement'
- Answer: Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement.
“Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them'
- Answer: the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them.
“the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Permits, licences, payments and service requests'
- Answer: Permits, licences, payments and service requests.
“Permits, licences, payments and service requests”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Yes'; I would say yes and no on this one. I believe deals should be made 100% transparent but direct details of the
- Answer: Yes.
- I would say yes and no on this one. I believe deals should be made 100% transparent but direct details of the build etc might serve as a security risk.
“I would say yes and no on this one. I believe deals should be made 100% transparent but direct details of the build etc might serve as a security risk.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
- Answer: Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing.
- I don't know enough on this issue to comment. I will read up on it and provide details at a later date.
“I don't know enough on this issue to comment. I will read up on it and provide details at a later date.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
Maiolo defines leadership as responsibility and service, not titles — measured by impact on the people around him.
- Defines leadership as responsibility and service, not titles or recognition.
- Says a leader should be measured by their impact on the people around them.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“For me, leadership is not about titles or recognition. It is about responsibility, service, and the impact you have on the people around you.”
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Enzo Torrone chose 'Yes'; I believe transparency is important, and residents should be able to clearly see how their tax dollars are bei
- Answer: Yes.
- I believe transparency is important, and residents should be able to clearly see how their tax dollars are being spent. Providing project budgets, timelines, and regular updates would help build trust and accountability.
“I believe transparency is important, and residents should be able to clearly see how their tax dollars are being spent. Providing project budgets, timelines, and regular updates would help build trust and accountability.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Permits, licences, payments and service requests'; I selected resident services because technology should make life
- Answer: Permits, licences, payments and service requests.
- I selected resident services because technology should make life easier for residents. I also believe investments should be used wherever they make sense to improve efficiency, accountability and the quality of public services.
“I selected resident services because technology should make life easier for residents. I also believe investments should be used wherever they make sense to improve efficiency, accountability and the quality of public services.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement'
- Answer: Publicly press for greater authority, revenue and a different fiscal arrangement.
- I support stronger advocacy with the province. Toronto should have greater authority to make decisions on local issues, while continuing to work with the province where cooperation is needed.
“I support stronger advocacy with the province. Toronto should have greater authority to make decisions on local issues, while continuing to work with the province where cooperation is needed.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them'; I believe decisions should not rest on one person’s views.
- Answer: the powers should sit unused regardless of who holds them.
- I believe decisions should not rest on one person’s views. We should listen to different perspectives and work toward practical solutions that reflect the needs and priorities of the majority.
“I believe decisions should not rest on one person’s views. We should listen to different perspectives and work toward practical solutions that reflect the needs and priorities of the majority.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
- Answer: Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing.
- I would support strict rules to make sure information is only used for its intended purpose. Clear limits on access, retention and sharing would help protect privacy while still allowing the technology to support public safety.
“I would support strict rules to make sure information is only used for its intended purpose. Clear limits on access, retention and sharing would help protect privacy while still allowing the technology to support public safety.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Use competitive contracts and outside providers where they can deliver better value'
- Answer: Use competitive contracts and outside providers where they can deliver better value.
- I support using competitive contracts where they provide better value, along with specialized agencies with clear performance expectations. I think both approaches can improve efficiency while maintaining accountability and quality.
“I support using competitive contracts where they provide better value, along with specialized agencies with clear performance expectations. I think both approaches can improve efficiency while maintaining accountability and quality.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone 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.
- I believe everyone should have the right to demonstrate peacefully and safely. At the same time, transportation and access to essential services should remain open, with a respectful balance between protest rights and the needs of others.
“I believe everyone should have the right to demonstrate peacefully and safely. At the same time, transportation and access to essential services should remain open, with a respectful balance between protest rights and the needs of others.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
- Answer: Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting.
- I support stronger professional project management, procurement and contracting. I also think limiting scope changes and fully funding projects upfront are important, with changes only when needed to address a genuine viability issue.
“I support stronger professional project management, procurement and contracting. I also think limiting scope changes and fully funding projects upfront are important, with changes only when needed to address a genuine viability issue.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Jason McDonald chose 'Yes'
- Answer: Yes.
“Yes”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
- Answer: Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting.
- The Crosstown was a procurement and project-management failure. Strengthen contracting, ban repeat offenders, and enforce what's actually in the contract.
“The Crosstown was a procurement and project-management failure. Strengthen contracting, ban repeat offenders, and enforce what's actually in the contract.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration'; Protest is protected
- Answer: Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration.
- Protest is protected — but with clear, published rules for locations, access routes and duration, so hospitals and small businesses can plan.
“Protest is protected — but with clear, published rules for locations, access routes and duration, so hospitals and small businesses can plan.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable'; Public data and outcome metrics
- Answer: Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable.
- Public data and outcome metrics — so departments know they're being watched and taxpayers can see what their money bought.
“Public data and outcome metrics — so departments know they're being watched and taxpayers can see what their money bought.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'; Permit it with citywide rules
- Answer: Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing.
- Permit it with citywide rules — limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing, so the watchers are watched too.
“Permit it with citywide rules — limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing, so the watchers are watched too.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity'; Stop the $58M consultant churn.
- Answer: Expand permanent city staff and internal operational capacity.
- Stop the $58M consultant churn. Rebuild permanent city capacity so the people doing the work answer to taxpayers, not a billing clock.
“Stop the $58M consultant churn. Rebuild permanent city capacity so the people doing the work answer to taxpayers, not a billing clock.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Plan budgets and services on the assumption that substantial new provincial support will not arrive'
- Answer: Plan budgets and services on the assumption that substantial new provincial support will not arrive.
- Queen's Park writes cheques when it wants to. The city should plan on no new provincial money — and fund its priorities through the commercial parking levy and development charges.
“Queen's Park writes cheques when it wants to. The city should plan on no new provincial money — and fund its priorities through the commercial parking levy and development charges.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'; If strong-mayor powers exist
- Answer: overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built.
- If strong-mayor powers exist, deploy them for housing supply — with CBA and affordable-unit conditions attached, not stripped in the override.
“If strong-mayor powers exist, deploy them for housing supply — with CBA and affordable-unit conditions attached, not stripped in the override.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Liz Grade chose 'Yes'; As a City Councillor, accountability, efficiency, and transparency will be my priorities.
- Answer: Yes.
- As a City Councillor, accountability, efficiency, and transparency will be my priorities.
“As a City Councillor, accountability, efficiency, and transparency will be my priorities.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Procurement, finance, staffing and administrative efficiency'
- Answer: Procurement, finance, staffing and administrative efficiency.
“Procurement, finance, staffing and administrative efficiency”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'
- Answer: Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting.
- Improves delivery and accountability through better project management and closed contracts to control costs and reduce delays.
“Improves delivery and accountability through better project management and closed contracts to control costs and reduce delays.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'appointing and removing senior staff, restructuring departments'
- Answer: appointing and removing senior staff, restructuring departments.
- Strong mayor powers should be used sparingly and not concentrated in one area or function.
“Strong mayor powers should be used sparingly and not concentrated in one area or function.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'; Balances safety and privacy with clear rules
- Answer: Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing.
- Balances safety and privacy with clear rules, limits, and oversight of technology use.
“Balances safety and privacy with clear rules, limits, and oversight of technology use.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Keep major roads, transit, hospitals and essential facilities operating'
- Answer: Keep major roads, transit, hospitals and essential facilities operating.
“Keep major roads, transit, hospitals and essential facilities operating”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals'
- Answer: Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals.
“Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Move major functions to arm's-length organizations with clear performance mandates'
- Answer: Move major functions to arm's-length organizations with clear performance mandates.
“Move major functions to arm's-length organizations with clear performance mandates”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓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?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Daniel Trayes 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Enzo Torrone chose 'Sell, consolidate or close facilities the city cannot sustainably maintain'
- Answer: Sell, consolidate or close facilities the city cannot sustainably maintain.
- I support reducing the city’s asset base where properties are no longer needed. Selling or consolidating surplus properties could reduce costs for taxpayers while putting valuable assets to better use
“I support reducing the city’s asset base where properties are no longer needed. Selling or consolidating surplus properties could reduce costs for taxpayers while putting valuable assets to better use”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'
- Answer: Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care.
- I support prioritizing basic maintenance and keeping existing infrastructure in good repair. I believe maintaining what we already have is more responsible and cost-effective than continually adding new infrastructure.
“I support prioritizing basic maintenance and keeping existing infrastructure in good repair. I believe maintaining what we already have is more responsible and cost-effective than continually adding new infrastructure.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Jason McDonald chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'; Basics first — clean streets
- Answer: Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care.
- Basics first — clean streets, clear sidewalks, working washrooms. The west end has waited long enough for routine care.
“Basics first — clean streets, clear sidewalks, working washrooms. The west end has waited long enough for routine care.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Introduce a levy or other recurring source reserved for maintenance'
- Answer: Introduce a levy or other recurring source reserved for maintenance.
- Dedicated infrastructure levy from commercial sources, reserved exclusively for maintenance — not siphoned into consultant contracts or pet projects.
“Dedicated infrastructure levy from commercial sources, reserved exclusively for maintenance — not siphoned into consultant contracts or pet projects.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Liz Grade 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
- Answer: Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets.
- It’s important to address decades of decline in existing assets.
“It’s important to address decades of decline in existing assets.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Mike Colle wants speed cameras back at schools and bold fixes for congestion.
- He wants speed cameras returned at schools: 'Our children's safety is Paramount.'
- He pledges to combat congestion at the Allen Expressway, Eglinton and Lawrence with new infrastructure changes.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“Bringing Back Speed Cameras at our Schools: "Our children's safety is Paramount", we need to ensure that our children are protected on their way to and from school. Combating Congestion at the Allen Expressway, Eglinton, and Lawrence with Bold, New Infrastructure Changes.”
Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Economy
Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
Daniel Trayes chose 'Expand housing, transportation, public safety and infrastructure'
- Answer: Expand housing, transportation, public safety and infrastructure.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Expand housing, transportation, public safety and infrastructure”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Enzo Torrone chose 'Direct financial bids, tax measures or customized agreements'
- Answer: Direct financial bids, tax measures or customized agreements.
- I lean toward targeted tax reductions or incentives for major employers and investments that can provide clear economic benefits to Toronto, including jobs, investment and long-term growth.
“I lean toward targeted tax reductions or incentives for major employers and investments that can provide clear economic benefits to Toronto, including jobs, investment and long-term growth.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone chose 'Reduce commercial taxes, fees and licensing expenses'; I support lowering commercial taxes and fees.
- Answer: Reduce commercial taxes, fees and licensing expenses.
- I support lowering commercial taxes and fees. I believe this could help small local businesses stay open, support local employment and strengthen Toronto’s economy.
“I support lowering commercial taxes and fees. I believe this could help small local businesses stay open, support local employment and strengthen Toronto’s economy.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Jason McDonald chose 'Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals'; Delay is what killed 300 Eglinton businesses.
- Answer: Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals.
- Delay is what killed 300 Eglinton businesses. Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals — speed is the cheapest business incentive.
“Delay is what killed 300 Eglinton businesses. Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals — speed is the cheapest business incentive.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald chose 'Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life'; No more customized deals for the connected.
- Answer: Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life.
- No more customized deals for the connected. Fix housing, transit and safety, and employers come because the city works — not because we bribed them.
“No more customized deals for the connected. Fix housing, transit and safety, and employers come because the city works — not because we bribed them.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Liz Grade 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Environment
Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
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Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
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Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
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Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
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Mike Colle ✓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?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
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Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
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Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
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Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
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Growth & development
How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
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Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
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Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
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Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
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Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Mike Colle fights 'hyper-development' mandates and wants to control overdevelopment.
- He works with Marlee-Glencairn residents to control extreme overdevelopment and demands adequate infrastructure plans first.
- He is leading the battle to save Lawrence Plaza from hyper-development.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Working With Marlee-Glencairn Residents to Control Extreme Overdevelopment Due to Provincial Planning Changes and Ensure There Is an Adequate Infrastructure Plan for Traffic Improvements, Sewer Capacity and Community Services.”
Source: Mike Colle for Eglinton-Lawrence — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Social & community services
Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
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Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
Maiolo cites a record of community service: not-for-profit volunteering, church initiatives, food drives and neighbourhood events.
- Says giving back to the community has been an important part of his life.
- Lists volunteering with not-for-profits, church initiatives, food drives and neighbourhood events among his community service.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“Giving back to my community has also been an important part of my life. I have volunteered with not-for-profit organizations, supported local church initiatives, organized food drives, and helped bring people together through neighbourhood events and community activities.”
Confidence:High
Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
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Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
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Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Active transportation
Can I walk and bike safely around town?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
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Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
Enzo Torrone chose 'Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards'
- Answer: Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards.
- I believe safety should always come first when reviewing road lanes. Changes should be based on clear evidence, while also considering how they affect congestion, traffic flow and the needs of all road users.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“I believe safety should always come first when reviewing road lanes. Changes should be based on clear evidence, while also considering how they affect congestion, traffic flow and the needs of all road users.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
Jason McDonald chose 'Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations'; Finish what's approved and measure it
- Answer: Finish approved projects but undertake few additional road reallocations.
- Finish what's approved and measure it — but don't rip out parking and lanes on commercial streets where small businesses need deliveries.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Finish what's approved and measure it — but don't rip out parking and lanes on commercial streets where small businesses need deliveries.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
Liz Grade chose 'Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards'
- Answer: Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Remove or redesign lanes that fail defined safety, ridership or congestion standards”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Arts & culture
Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
Daniel Trayes chose 'Grants, city facilities and affordable cultural space'
- Answer: 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 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
Enzo Torrone chose 'Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours'; I support reducing barriers for arts
- Answer: Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours.
- I support reducing barriers for arts, culture and nightlife. Making it easier and more affordable to operate can help local businesses, artists and cultural organizations thrive while contributing to vibrant and active communities.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“I support reducing barriers for arts, culture and nightlife. Making it easier and more affordable to operate can help local businesses, artists and cultural organizations thrive while contributing to vibrant and active communities.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
Jason McDonald chose 'Planning and property measures that preserve existing venues and workspaces'
- Answer: Planning and property measures that preserve existing venues and workspaces.
- Little Jamaica waited 9 years for heritage protection. Preserve venues and cultural spaces before they're priced out.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Little Jamaica waited 9 years for heritage protection. Preserve venues and cultural spaces before they're priced out.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
Liz Grade chose 'Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours'; I support simpler permits and rules for arts
- Answer: Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours.
- I support simpler permits and rules for arts, culture and nightlife, but without changing current hours.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“I support simpler permits and rules for arts, culture and nightlife, but without changing current hours.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 8 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Data centres
Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
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Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
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Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
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Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
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Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
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Water & waste
Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
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Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
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Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
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Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
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Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
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Bylaw enforcement
Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?
Daniel Trayes
No website or social media listed
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Domenico Maiolo
No website or social media listed
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Enzo Torrone
No website or social media listed
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Jason McDonald
No website or social media listed
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Liz Grade
No website or social media listed
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Mike Colle ✓Elected (official result)
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