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Councillor - Ward 9 (Davenport) · Toronto
4 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 | Alejandra Bravo✓Elected (official result) No website or social media listed | Ashley Jansen No website or social media listed | Marco Martins No website or social media listed | Neil Simon No website or social media listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bio | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? |
| HousingWill I be able to afford to live here? | Alejandra Bravo says she has fought for affordable housing in Davenport.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“With you, I've fought for better parks, affordable housing, accessible child care, fast and reliable public transit, and city services that work for everyone.” Source: Alejandra Bravo for Davenport — campaign site · 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. Marco Martins chose 'Build, acquire and own significantly more housing'; Some homes in Toronto along Main Street corridors were built in
“Some homes in Toronto along Main Street corridors were built in 1900-1930. These homes should no longer occupy main street spaces. Building better housing options along these thoroughfares is key.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials'; Toronto should expand apprenticeships
“Toronto should expand apprenticeships, trades training and recognition of international credentials so we have the skilled workforce needed to build more housing and infrastructure faster.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
“Main Roads that have the most public transit should be where Toronto focuses its efforts to build more housing including affordable housing.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Yes'; Choosing a safer option like housing is the best option for those that are de-housed. Those that refuse the of
“Choosing a safer option like housing is the best option for those that are de-housed. Those that refuse the offer of housing have more issue such as addiction or mental health problems that doesn’t allow them to make this decision that would be in thier best interest. Parks are for everyone.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'No'; Toronto needs to make good choices with ling term solutions to increase various types of housing along main ro
“Toronto needs to make good choices with ling term solutions to increase various types of housing along main roads where rapid transit is easily accessible. Having a blanket ability to build housing within neighbourhoods can change the feel and character of areas unknowingly. Plan things better.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'
“Modifying housing within neighborhood’s will negatively affect the landscape of the home dynamics that makes Toronto great as well as loosing additional tax revenue. Main transit corridor redevelopment is important.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Reduce development charges, parkland payments and related levies'
“Reductions in municipal development charges are necessary especially for projects that deliver new housing. Timing is important Toronto has secured $1.5 billion in federal/provincial funding specifically to allow the City to reduce residential development charges.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Neil Simon chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; Toronto should expand as-of-right zoning and speed up routine
“Toronto should expand as-of-right zoning and speed up routine permits. Clear timelines and simpler digital approvals can reduce delays and costs while protecting safety, accessibility and neighbourhood standards.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; Toronto should allow more housing in every neighbourhood
“Toronto should allow more housing in every neighbourhood, including multiplexes and small apartments. The greatest density should be near transit and major streets, where residents can easily reach jobs, shops and services” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'; Toronto should provide land
“Toronto should provide land, funding and incentives while partnering with non-profit, co-op and responsible private builders. Strong agreements must protect long-term affordability, public accountability and supportive services.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Yes'; Toronto should permit more housing in every ward, including gentle-density options such as duplexes, fourplexe
“Toronto should permit more housing in every ward, including gentle-density options such as duplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and small apartment buildings. Growth must be responsibly planned, with affordable units, adequate parking where needed, green space, schools, and transit.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
“Toronto should prioritize affordable and supportive housing because supply alone will not help those most in need. The City should use public land, partnerships and senior-government funding to build homes residents can truly afford.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Yes'; If a person is offered a suitable indoor space the city should require the encampment to be cleared. This must
“If a person is offered a suitable indoor space the city should require the encampment to be cleared. This must be done respectfully, with outreach workers, transportation, storage for belongings and continued support—not through sudden or harsh enforcement.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Taxes & spendingWhat happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marco Martins chose 'Yes'; Toronto should seek additional revenue streams that make sense and do not burden the people that live in the c
“Toronto should seek additional revenue streams that make sense and do not burden the people that live in the city. We should also seek funding from other levels of government as we are an economic engine for Ontario” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
“Toronto revenues should grow by growing its tax base and not by continually raising taxes on existing residents. New development and economic activity should contribute fairly to the infrastructure and services needed to support that growth.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'; Revenues from property tax should grow in line with inflation and
“Revenues from property tax should grow in line with inflation and population growth. We should not rely on above-inflation property-tax increases as a default to budget pressures. Toronto should control costs, find competitive service, and secure greater revenues from growth and other sources.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs'; Every department should demonstrate value for taxpayers.
“Every department should demonstrate value for taxpayers. Reduce internal administration, staffing and contract costs first. Toronto should find efficiencies and eliminate unnecessary spending before cutting frontline services or increasing taxes and fees.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Neil Simon chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'; Property-tax revenue should generally keep pace with inflation and
“Property-tax revenue should generally keep pace with inflation and population growth so Toronto can maintain essential services. Any increase above that level must be transparent, justified, and balanced with affordability.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
“Toronto should rely more on land-transfer and real-estate activity revenues than road tolls or new taxes. Charges must be designed carefully so they do not discourage affordable and rental housing construction.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'No'; Toronto residents and small businesses are already facing high costs. Before creating new taxes or fees, the C
“Toronto residents and small businesses are already facing high costs. Before creating new taxes or fees, the City should review spending, redirect existing funds, prioritize urgent safety repairs, and use partnerships where they provide good value without privatizing essential public assets.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Emergency servicesWhen I call for help, will it come fast enough? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marco Martins chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'
“The current police force is understaffed relative to our population, workload and service demands. With many veteran officers retiring there reds to be a larger budget to hire and train new officers to maintain thier current capabilities.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence'
“Ultimately the rule of law and accountability for those enforcing it will provide a deterrent and the safety the public needs to bring back our feeling of security on city streets. This can only be successful if it’s done in conjunction with effective crisis prevention services.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Neil Simon chose 'Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention'
“Toronto should invest more in mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention. Police remain important, but trained civilian teams can prevent crises and allow officers to focus on violence, serious crime and immediate threats.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Remain approximately constant after inflation'; Police need stable funding to address crime
“Police need stable funding to address crime, traffic enforcement and neighbourhood safety. The budget should keep pace with inflation, with any additional increase tied to clear needs, measurable results and strong accountability.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| TransitCan I get where I need to go without driving? | Alejandra Bravo champions fast and reliable public transit for Davenport.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“With you, I've fought for better parks, affordable housing, accessible child care, fast and reliable public transit, and city services that work for everyone.” Source: Alejandra Bravo for Davenport — campaign site · 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. Marco Martins chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; Our top priority should be planning for the continuing growth of our transit
“Our top priority should be planning for the continuing growth of our transit systems to meet the continued future demands that are forthcoming. In a very close second making sure that our current system is frequent, reliable and be maintained and overseen pragmatically.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'No'; Many people that work in Toronto can’t afford to live in Toronto. People in trades have tools or car pool. The
“Many people that work in Toronto can’t afford to live in Toronto. People in trades have tools or car pool. There are better revenue streams than tolls.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Transit, walking and cycling'; Transit and other forms of personal transportation such as cycling and safely walking
“Transit and other forms of personal transportation such as cycling and safely walking are key to keeping our inner core of the city moving. With that said service, emergency and delivery vehicles require access to keep our city safe and viable.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Mandatory reporting on trips, collisions, congestion and curb use'
“We should require autonomous taxi operators to provide Toronto with transparent data on trips, collisions, congestion, curb use and accessibility so the City can regulate based on evidence and protect the public interest.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Neil Simon chose 'No'; Even if the revenue supports transportation, congestion charges or tolls could unfairly burden workers, famili
“Even if the revenue supports transportation, congestion charges or tolls could unfairly burden workers, families and small businesses. Toronto should first improve public transit, traffic-light coordination, construction planning and traffic enforcement.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; Emergency vehicles, accessibility
“Emergency vehicles, accessibility, deliveries and trades should generally come first. Toronto must also support transit, walking and cycling and preserve reasonable parking and loading spaces where residents and small businesses depend on them.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'More frequent and reliable service on existing routes'; Toronto must maintain its transit system and plan future
“Toronto must maintain its transit system and plan future expansion, but the next available funding should mainly improve daily service. More frequent and reliable buses, streetcars and subways would provide residents with the quickest benefit.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| GovernmentWill decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marco Martins chose 'Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration'
“Protect the right to peaceful protest while maintaining reasonable, predetermined limits that ensure access to hospitals, essential services, transit and major transportation routes. The rules should be clear, neutral and applied equally to everyone.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'
“Strong-mayor powers should be used to overcome unnecessary barriers with housing. They should not bypass legitimate public consultation or environmental, safety and planning standards.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Use competitive contracts and outside providers where they can deliver better value'
“We should support external service delivery as one of Toronto’s core service-delivery options—but only when a competitive process demonstrates better value, service quality and accountability than delivering the service in-house.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals'
“Toronto should have a results-first relationship with the province: partner where we can secure funding, approvals and better outcomes for residents, and advocate firmly when Toronto’s interests are at stake. We should never put political conflict ahead of getting results for Toronto taxpayers.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'; Create a single
“Create a single, city-wide capital-project accountability system with one accountable project manager and mandatory change-order controls.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable'
“Invest in technology that gives residents and Council real-time, transparent information on whether Toronto is delivering services, completing projects on time and staying within budget.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
“Although it’s necessary to utilize thee types of technologies, it should be done in a way that demonstrates a benefit to public safety. The use of this technology should also have levels of accountability that can be assessed by outside third parties in order to keep regulation in place.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Yes'; Toronto should be transparent in its spending and accountability. Toronto should be able to plan for additiona
“Toronto should be transparent in its spending and accountability. Toronto should be able to plan for additional costs ahead of time when planning projects.” (one sentence) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Neil Simon chose 'Use competitive contracts and outside providers where they can deliver better value'
“Toronto should use competitive outside providers when they offer better value and service. Contracts must include clear standards, public reporting and strong oversight. Essential services should remain publicly accountable.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'; Toronto needs stronger project management
“Toronto needs stronger project management, competitive procurement and better contract oversight. Major projects should have clear budgets, timelines and public progress reports so delays and cost overruns are identified early.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals'
“Toronto should work with the province to secure funding and approvals for housing, transit and infrastructure. Partnership does not mean silence—the City must still speak firmly when provincial decisions do not serve Toronto residents.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'
“Strong mayor powers should be used rarely and mainly to move affordable housing forward. They should never replace open debate, community input or financial oversight. Every decision must be publicly explained.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Yes'; Toronto should publish easy-to-understand budgets, timelines, progress reports, delays and cost overruns for e
“Toronto should publish easy-to-understand budgets, timelines, progress reports, delays and cost overruns for every major capital project. Residents deserve transparency and accountability for how their tax dollars are spent.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Neil Simon chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
“Police may use this technology for legitimate public-safety purposes, but Toronto needs strict rules for access, data retention, sharing and independent audits. Information about innocent residents should not be stored without a valid reason.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Roads & infrastructureWill the things I use every day actually get fixed? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marco Martins chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'
“Toronto should prioritize clean streets, safe sidewalks, reliable snow clearing, well-maintained parks and public spaces before investing in expensive new projects. We should maintain what we already own before building more.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
“Before asking residents for another dedicated levy, the City must demonstrate that it is managing its existing capital budget efficiently. Toronto should fix what it already owns before committing taxpayers to more expansion. Prioritize roads, bridges, transit, housing and public facilities.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Neil Simon chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“Toronto should prioritize repairing existing roads, transit, water systems and public buildings before starting non-essential expansion projects. Urgent repairs should be fully funded so neglect does not create higher costs later.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High |
| EconomyWill our main streets and local jobs thrive? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marco Martins chose 'Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals'; Toronto should make it faster and more predictable to open
“Toronto should make it faster and more predictable to open, expand and invest in a business. We should streamline permits, inspections and approvals, set clear service standards and hold City departments accountable when applications take too long.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High Marco Martins chose 'Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life'
“Toronto should compete by being a great place to live, work and invest. Our priority should be affordable housing, reliable transportation, public safety, efficient approvals and strong infrastructure—not expensive one-off incentives to attract individual companies or events.” (a few sentences) Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 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? |
| 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? |
| 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? |
| Social & community servicesWho looks after the most vulnerable residents? | Alejandra Bravo backs accessible child care and better parks in Davenport.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“With you, I've fought for better parks, affordable housing, accessible child care, fast and reliable public transit, and city services that work for everyone.” Source: Alejandra Bravo for Davenport — campaign site · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | 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? | Marco Martins chose 'Expand the protected cycling network, including projects that remove traffic lanes or parking'
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“Accelerate the expansion of safe, protected cycling routes, prioritizing connected networks and routes that improve safety and provide real transportation alternatives, while monitoring impacts on traffic, businesses and neighbourhoods.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Arts & cultureDoes the candidate value what makes this place feel alive? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Marco Martins chose 'Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours'; Make it easier for arts
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“Make it easier for arts, culture and nightlife businesses to operate by simplifying permits, reducing unnecessary red tape and allowing flexible operating hours while maintaining reasonable safety and noise standards.” Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 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? |
| 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? |
| 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? |
Bio
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No bio on record. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No bio on record. Know something?
Marco Martins
No bio on record. Know something?
Neil Simon
No bio on record. Know something?
Housing
Will I be able to afford to live here?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Alejandra Bravo says she has fought for affordable housing in Davenport.
- She lists affordable housing among the fights she has taken on with neighbours.
- She frames her record as fixing little things to tackle big problems.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“With you, I've fought for better parks, affordable housing, accessible child care, fast and reliable public transit, and city services that work for everyone.”
Source: Alejandra Bravo for Davenport — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marco Martins chose 'Build, acquire and own significantly more housing'; Some homes in Toronto along Main Street corridors were built in
- Answer: Build, acquire and own significantly more housing.
- Some homes in Toronto along Main Street corridors were built in 1900-1930. These homes should no longer occupy main street spaces. Building better housing options along these thoroughfares is key.
“Some homes in Toronto along Main Street corridors were built in 1900-1930. These homes should no longer occupy main street spaces. Building better housing options along these thoroughfares is key.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials'; Toronto should expand apprenticeships
- Answer: Expand apprenticeships, training and recognition of international credentials.
- Toronto should expand apprenticeships, trades training and recognition of international credentials so we have the skilled workforce needed to build more housing and infrastructure faster.
“Toronto should expand apprenticeships, trades training and recognition of international credentials so we have the skilled workforce needed to build more housing and infrastructure faster.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
- Answer: Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing.
- Main Roads that have the most public transit should be where Toronto focuses its efforts to build more housing including affordable housing.
“Main Roads that have the most public transit should be where Toronto focuses its efforts to build more housing including affordable housing.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Yes'; Choosing a safer option like housing is the best option for those that are de-housed. Those that refuse the of
- Answer: Yes.
- Choosing a safer option like housing is the best option for those that are de-housed. Those that refuse the offer of housing have more issue such as addiction or mental health problems that doesn’t allow them to make this decision that would be in thier best interest. Parks are for everyone.
“Choosing a safer option like housing is the best option for those that are de-housed. Those that refuse the offer of housing have more issue such as addiction or mental health problems that doesn’t allow them to make this decision that would be in thier best interest. Parks are for everyone.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'No'; Toronto needs to make good choices with ling term solutions to increase various types of housing along main ro
- Answer: No.
- Toronto needs to make good choices with ling term solutions to increase various types of housing along main roads where rapid transit is easily accessible. Having a blanket ability to build housing within neighbourhoods can change the feel and character of areas unknowingly. Plan things better.
“Toronto needs to make good choices with ling term solutions to increase various types of housing along main roads where rapid transit is easily accessible. Having a blanket ability to build housing within neighbourhoods can change the feel and character of areas unknowingly. Plan things better.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'
- Answer: Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit.
- Modifying housing within neighborhood’s will negatively affect the landscape of the home dynamics that makes Toronto great as well as loosing additional tax revenue. Main transit corridor redevelopment is important.
“Modifying housing within neighborhood’s will negatively affect the landscape of the home dynamics that makes Toronto great as well as loosing additional tax revenue. Main transit corridor redevelopment is important.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Reduce development charges, parkland payments and related levies'
- Answer: Reduce development charges, parkland payments and related levies.
- Reductions in municipal development charges are necessary especially for projects that deliver new housing. Timing is important Toronto has secured $1.5 billion in federal/provincial funding specifically to allow the City to reduce residential development charges.
“Reductions in municipal development charges are necessary especially for projects that deliver new housing. Timing is important Toronto has secured $1.5 billion in federal/provincial funding specifically to allow the City to reduce residential development charges.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Neil Simon chose 'Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits'; Toronto should expand as-of-right zoning and speed up routine
- Answer: Expand as-of-right zoning and automate routine permits.
- Toronto should expand as-of-right zoning and speed up routine permits. Clear timelines and simpler digital approvals can reduce delays and costs while protecting safety, accessibility and neighbourhood standards.
“Toronto should expand as-of-right zoning and speed up routine permits. Clear timelines and simpler digital approvals can reduce delays and costs while protecting safety, accessibility and neighbourhood standards.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit'; Toronto should allow more housing in every neighbourhood
- Answer: Concentrate growth on major streets and near rapid transit.
- Toronto should allow more housing in every neighbourhood, including multiplexes and small apartments. The greatest density should be near transit and major streets, where residents can easily reach jobs, shops and services
“Toronto should allow more housing in every neighbourhood, including multiplexes and small apartments. The greatest density should be near transit and major streets, where residents can easily reach jobs, shops and services”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers'; Toronto should provide land
- Answer: Supply land, funding and incentives to non-profit and private providers.
- Toronto should provide land, funding and incentives while partnering with non-profit, co-op and responsible private builders. Strong agreements must protect long-term affordability, public accountability and supportive services.
“Toronto should provide land, funding and incentives while partnering with non-profit, co-op and responsible private builders. Strong agreements must protect long-term affordability, public accountability and supportive services.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Yes'; Toronto should permit more housing in every ward, including gentle-density options such as duplexes, fourplexe
- Answer: Yes.
- Toronto should permit more housing in every ward, including gentle-density options such as duplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and small apartment buildings. Growth must be responsibly planned, with affordable units, adequate parking where needed, green space, schools, and transit.
“Toronto should permit more housing in every ward, including gentle-density options such as duplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and small apartment buildings. Growth must be responsibly planned, with affordable units, adequate parking where needed, green space, schools, and transit.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing'
- Answer: Build or finance substantially more affordable and supportive housing.
- Toronto should prioritize affordable and supportive housing because supply alone will not help those most in need. The City should use public land, partnerships and senior-government funding to build homes residents can truly afford.
“Toronto should prioritize affordable and supportive housing because supply alone will not help those most in need. The City should use public land, partnerships and senior-government funding to build homes residents can truly afford.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Yes'; If a person is offered a suitable indoor space the city should require the encampment to be cleared. This must
- Answer: Yes.
- If a person is offered a suitable indoor space the city should require the encampment to be cleared. This must be done respectfully, with outreach workers, transportation, storage for belongings and continued support—not through sudden or harsh enforcement.
“If a person is offered a suitable indoor space the city should require the encampment to be cleared. This must be done respectfully, with outreach workers, transportation, storage for belongings and continued support—not through sudden or harsh enforcement.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Taxes & spending
What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marco Martins chose 'Yes'; Toronto should seek additional revenue streams that make sense and do not burden the people that live in the c
- Answer: Yes.
- Toronto should seek additional revenue streams that make sense and do not burden the people that live in the city. We should also seek funding from other levels of government as we are an economic engine for Ontario
“Toronto should seek additional revenue streams that make sense and do not burden the people that live in the city. We should also seek funding from other levels of government as we are an economic engine for Ontario”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
- Answer: Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity.
- Toronto revenues should grow by growing its tax base and not by continually raising taxes on existing residents. New development and economic activity should contribute fairly to the infrastructure and services needed to support that growth.
“Toronto revenues should grow by growing its tax base and not by continually raising taxes on existing residents. New development and economic activity should contribute fairly to the infrastructure and services needed to support that growth.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'; Revenues from property tax should grow in line with inflation and
- Answer: Grow approximately with inflation and population.
- Revenues from property tax should grow in line with inflation and population growth. We should not rely on above-inflation property-tax increases as a default to budget pressures. Toronto should control costs, find competitive service, and secure greater revenues from growth and other sources.
“Revenues from property tax should grow in line with inflation and population growth. We should not rely on above-inflation property-tax increases as a default to budget pressures. Toronto should control costs, find competitive service, and secure greater revenues from growth and other sources.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs'; Every department should demonstrate value for taxpayers.
- Answer: Reduce internal administration, staffing or contract costs.
- Every department should demonstrate value for taxpayers. Reduce internal administration, staffing and contract costs first. Toronto should find efficiencies and eliminate unnecessary spending before cutting frontline services or increasing taxes and fees.
“Every department should demonstrate value for taxpayers. Reduce internal administration, staffing and contract costs first. Toronto should find efficiencies and eliminate unnecessary spending before cutting frontline services or increasing taxes and fees.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Neil Simon chose 'Grow approximately with inflation and population'; Property-tax revenue should generally keep pace with inflation and
- Answer: Grow approximately with inflation and population.
- Property-tax revenue should generally keep pace with inflation and population growth so Toronto can maintain essential services. Any increase above that level must be transparent, justified, and balanced with affordability.
“Property-tax revenue should generally keep pace with inflation and population growth so Toronto can maintain essential services. Any increase above that level must be transparent, justified, and balanced with affordability.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity'
- Answer: Land-transfer taxes, development charges and taxes on real-estate activity.
- Toronto should rely more on land-transfer and real-estate activity revenues than road tolls or new taxes. Charges must be designed carefully so they do not discourage affordable and rental housing construction.
“Toronto should rely more on land-transfer and real-estate activity revenues than road tolls or new taxes. Charges must be designed carefully so they do not discourage affordable and rental housing construction.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'No'; Toronto residents and small businesses are already facing high costs. Before creating new taxes or fees, the C
- Answer: No.
- Toronto residents and small businesses are already facing high costs. Before creating new taxes or fees, the City should review spending, redirect existing funds, prioritize urgent safety repairs, and use partnerships where they provide good value without privatizing essential public assets.
“Toronto residents and small businesses are already facing high costs. Before creating new taxes or fees, the City should review spending, redirect existing funds, prioritize urgent safety repairs, and use partnerships where they provide good value without privatizing essential public assets.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Emergency services
When I call for help, will it come fast enough?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marco Martins chose 'Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services'
- Answer: Increase above inflation to expand police staffing or services.
- The current police force is understaffed relative to our population, workload and service demands. With many veteran officers retiring there reds to be a larger budget to hire and train new officers to maintain thier current capabilities.
“The current police force is understaffed relative to our population, workload and service demands. With many veteran officers retiring there reds to be a larger budget to hire and train new officers to maintain thier current capabilities.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence'
- Answer: Police, bylaw enforcement and a more visible official presence.
- Ultimately the rule of law and accountability for those enforcing it will provide a deterrent and the safety the public needs to bring back our feeling of security on city streets. This can only be successful if it’s done in conjunction with effective crisis prevention services.
“Ultimately the rule of law and accountability for those enforcing it will provide a deterrent and the safety the public needs to bring back our feeling of security on city streets. This can only be successful if it’s done in conjunction with effective crisis prevention services.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Neil Simon chose 'Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention'
- Answer: Mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention.
- Toronto should invest more in mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention. Police remain important, but trained civilian teams can prevent crises and allow officers to focus on violence, serious crime and immediate threats.
“Toronto should invest more in mental-health response, addiction treatment and youth intervention. Police remain important, but trained civilian teams can prevent crises and allow officers to focus on violence, serious crime and immediate threats.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Remain approximately constant after inflation'; Police need stable funding to address crime
- Answer: Remain approximately constant after inflation.
- Police need stable funding to address crime, traffic enforcement and neighbourhood safety. The budget should keep pace with inflation, with any additional increase tied to clear needs, measurable results and strong accountability.
“Police need stable funding to address crime, traffic enforcement and neighbourhood safety. The budget should keep pace with inflation, with any additional increase tied to clear needs, measurable results and strong accountability.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Transit
Can I get where I need to go without driving?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Alejandra Bravo champions fast and reliable public transit for Davenport.
- She calls herself a champion for better transit and affordable housing.
- Her campaign site lists transit among the fights she has taken on for the ward.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“With you, I've fought for better parks, affordable housing, accessible child care, fast and reliable public transit, and city services that work for everyone.”
Source: Alejandra Bravo for Davenport — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marco Martins chose 'New rapid-transit lines and extensions'; Our top priority should be planning for the continuing growth of our transit
- Answer: New rapid-transit lines and extensions.
- Our top priority should be planning for the continuing growth of our transit systems to meet the continued future demands that are forthcoming. In a very close second making sure that our current system is frequent, reliable and be maintained and overseen pragmatically.
“Our top priority should be planning for the continuing growth of our transit systems to meet the continued future demands that are forthcoming. In a very close second making sure that our current system is frequent, reliable and be maintained and overseen pragmatically.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'No'; Many people that work in Toronto can’t afford to live in Toronto. People in trades have tools or car pool. The
- Answer: No.
- Many people that work in Toronto can’t afford to live in Toronto. People in trades have tools or car pool. There are better revenue streams than tolls.
“Many people that work in Toronto can’t afford to live in Toronto. People in trades have tools or car pool. There are better revenue streams than tolls.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Transit, walking and cycling'; Transit and other forms of personal transportation such as cycling and safely walking
- Answer: Transit, walking and cycling.
- Transit and other forms of personal transportation such as cycling and safely walking are key to keeping our inner core of the city moving. With that said service, emergency and delivery vehicles require access to keep our city safe and viable.
“Transit and other forms of personal transportation such as cycling and safely walking are key to keeping our inner core of the city moving. With that said service, emergency and delivery vehicles require access to keep our city safe and viable.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Mandatory reporting on trips, collisions, congestion and curb use'
- Answer: Mandatory reporting on trips, collisions, congestion and curb use.
- We should require autonomous taxi operators to provide Toronto with transparent data on trips, collisions, congestion, curb use and accessibility so the City can regulate based on evidence and protect the public interest.
“We should require autonomous taxi operators to provide Toronto with transparent data on trips, collisions, congestion, curb use and accessibility so the City can regulate based on evidence and protect the public interest.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Neil Simon chose 'No'; Even if the revenue supports transportation, congestion charges or tolls could unfairly burden workers, famili
- Answer: No.
- Even if the revenue supports transportation, congestion charges or tolls could unfairly burden workers, families and small businesses. Toronto should first improve public transit, traffic-light coordination, construction planning and traffic enforcement.
“Even if the revenue supports transportation, congestion charges or tolls could unfairly burden workers, families and small businesses. Toronto should first improve public transit, traffic-light coordination, construction planning and traffic enforcement.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility'; Emergency vehicles, accessibility
- Answer: Deliveries, trades, emergency vehicles and accessibility.
- Emergency vehicles, accessibility, deliveries and trades should generally come first. Toronto must also support transit, walking and cycling and preserve reasonable parking and loading spaces where residents and small businesses depend on them.
“Emergency vehicles, accessibility, deliveries and trades should generally come first. Toronto must also support transit, walking and cycling and preserve reasonable parking and loading spaces where residents and small businesses depend on them.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'More frequent and reliable service on existing routes'; Toronto must maintain its transit system and plan future
- Answer: More frequent and reliable service on existing routes.
- Toronto must maintain its transit system and plan future expansion, but the next available funding should mainly improve daily service. More frequent and reliable buses, streetcars and subways would provide residents with the quickest benefit.
“Toronto must maintain its transit system and plan future expansion, but the next available funding should mainly improve daily service. More frequent and reliable buses, streetcars and subways would provide residents with the quickest benefit.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Government
Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marco Martins chose 'Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration'
- Answer: Protect protest subject to clear rules for locations, access routes and duration.
- Protect the right to peaceful protest while maintaining reasonable, predetermined limits that ensure access to hospitals, essential services, transit and major transportation routes. The rules should be clear, neutral and applied equally to everyone.
“Protect the right to peaceful protest while maintaining reasonable, predetermined limits that ensure access to hospitals, essential services, transit and major transportation routes. The rules should be clear, neutral and applied equally to everyone.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'
- Answer: overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built.
- Strong-mayor powers should be used to overcome unnecessary barriers with housing. They should not bypass legitimate public consultation or environmental, safety and planning standards.
“Strong-mayor powers should be used to overcome unnecessary barriers with housing. They should not bypass legitimate public consultation or environmental, safety and planning standards.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins 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.
- We should support external service delivery as one of Toronto’s core service-delivery options—but only when a competitive process demonstrates better value, service quality and accountability than delivering the service in-house.
“We should support external service delivery as one of Toronto’s core service-delivery options—but only when a competitive process demonstrates better value, service quality and accountability than delivering the service in-house.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals'
- Answer: Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals.
- Toronto should have a results-first relationship with the province: partner where we can secure funding, approvals and better outcomes for residents, and advocate firmly when Toronto’s interests are at stake. We should never put political conflict ahead of getting results for Toronto taxpayers.
“Toronto should have a results-first relationship with the province: partner where we can secure funding, approvals and better outcomes for residents, and advocate firmly when Toronto’s interests are at stake. We should never put political conflict ahead of getting results for Toronto taxpayers.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'; Create a single
- Answer: Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting.
- Create a single, city-wide capital-project accountability system with one accountable project manager and mandatory change-order controls.
“Create a single, city-wide capital-project accountability system with one accountable project manager and mandatory change-order controls.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable'
- Answer: Public data and systems that measure outcomes and hold departments accountable.
- Invest in technology that gives residents and Council real-time, transparent information on whether Toronto is delivering services, completing projects on time and staying within budget.
“Invest in technology that gives residents and Council real-time, transparent information on whether Toronto is delivering services, completing projects on time and staying within budget.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
- Answer: Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing.
- Although it’s necessary to utilize thee types of technologies, it should be done in a way that demonstrates a benefit to public safety. The use of this technology should also have levels of accountability that can be assessed by outside third parties in order to keep regulation in place.
“Although it’s necessary to utilize thee types of technologies, it should be done in a way that demonstrates a benefit to public safety. The use of this technology should also have levels of accountability that can be assessed by outside third parties in order to keep regulation in place.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Yes'; Toronto should be transparent in its spending and accountability. Toronto should be able to plan for additiona
- Answer: Yes.
- Toronto should be transparent in its spending and accountability. Toronto should be able to plan for additional costs ahead of time when planning projects.
“Toronto should be transparent in its spending and accountability. Toronto should be able to plan for additional costs ahead of time when planning projects.”
(one sentence)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Neil Simon 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.
- Toronto should use competitive outside providers when they offer better value and service. Contracts must include clear standards, public reporting and strong oversight. Essential services should remain publicly accountable.
“Toronto should use competitive outside providers when they offer better value and service. Contracts must include clear standards, public reporting and strong oversight. Essential services should remain publicly accountable.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting'; Toronto needs stronger project management
- Answer: Strengthen professional project management, procurement and contracting.
- Toronto needs stronger project management, competitive procurement and better contract oversight. Major projects should have clear budgets, timelines and public progress reports so delays and cost overruns are identified early.
“Toronto needs stronger project management, competitive procurement and better contract oversight. Major projects should have clear budgets, timelines and public progress reports so delays and cost overruns are identified early.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals'
- Answer: Align with provincial priorities where doing so secures funding or approvals.
- Toronto should work with the province to secure funding and approvals for housing, transit and infrastructure. Partnership does not mean silence—the City must still speak firmly when provincial decisions do not serve Toronto residents.
“Toronto should work with the province to secure funding and approvals for housing, transit and infrastructure. Partnership does not mean silence—the City must still speak firmly when provincial decisions do not serve Toronto residents.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built'
- Answer: overriding council on zoning and approvals to get homes built.
- Strong mayor powers should be used rarely and mainly to move affordable housing forward. They should never replace open debate, community input or financial oversight. Every decision must be publicly explained.
“Strong mayor powers should be used rarely and mainly to move affordable housing forward. They should never replace open debate, community input or financial oversight. Every decision must be publicly explained.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Yes'; Toronto should publish easy-to-understand budgets, timelines, progress reports, delays and cost overruns for e
- Answer: Yes.
- Toronto should publish easy-to-understand budgets, timelines, progress reports, delays and cost overruns for every major capital project. Residents deserve transparency and accountability for how their tax dollars are spent.
“Toronto should publish easy-to-understand budgets, timelines, progress reports, delays and cost overruns for every major capital project. Residents deserve transparency and accountability for how their tax dollars are spent.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon chose 'Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing'
- Answer: Establish citywide limits on access, retention, auditing and data sharing.
- Police may use this technology for legitimate public-safety purposes, but Toronto needs strict rules for access, data retention, sharing and independent audits. Information about innocent residents should not be stored without a valid reason.
“Police may use this technology for legitimate public-safety purposes, but Toronto needs strict rules for access, data retention, sharing and independent audits. Information about innocent residents should not be stored without a valid reason.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Roads & infrastructure
Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marco Martins chose 'Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care'
- Answer: Cleanliness, roads, sidewalks, snow clearing, washrooms and routine park care.
- Toronto should prioritize clean streets, safe sidewalks, reliable snow clearing, well-maintained parks and public spaces before investing in expensive new projects. We should maintain what we already own before building more.
“Toronto should prioritize clean streets, safe sidewalks, reliable snow clearing, well-maintained parks and public spaces before investing in expensive new projects. We should maintain what we already own before building more.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
- Answer: Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets.
- Before asking residents for another dedicated levy, the City must demonstrate that it is managing its existing capital budget efficiently. Toronto should fix what it already owns before committing taxpayers to more expansion. Prioritize roads, bridges, transit, housing and public facilities.
“Before asking residents for another dedicated levy, the City must demonstrate that it is managing its existing capital budget efficiently. Toronto should fix what it already owns before committing taxpayers to more expansion. Prioritize roads, bridges, transit, housing and public facilities.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
Neil Simon chose 'Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets'
- Answer: Redirect money from new facilities and projects toward existing assets.
- Toronto should prioritize repairing existing roads, transit, water systems and public buildings before starting non-essential expansion projects. Urgent repairs should be fully funded so neglect does not create higher costs later.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“Toronto should prioritize repairing existing roads, transit, water systems and public buildings before starting non-essential expansion projects. Urgent repairs should be fully funded so neglect does not create higher costs later.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Economy
Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marco Martins chose 'Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals'; Toronto should make it faster and more predictable to open
- Answer: Accelerate permits, inspections and approvals.
- Toronto should make it faster and more predictable to open, expand and invest in a business. We should streamline permits, inspections and approvals, set clear service standards and hold City departments accountable when applications take too long.
“Toronto should make it faster and more predictable to open, expand and invest in a business. We should streamline permits, inspections and approvals, set clear service standards and hold City departments accountable when applications take too long.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Marco Martins chose 'Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life'
- Answer: Housing affordability, transportation, safety and quality of life.
- Toronto should compete by being a great place to live, work and invest. Our priority should be affordable housing, reliable transportation, public safety, efficient approvals and strong infrastructure—not expensive one-off incentives to attract individual companies or events.
“Toronto should compete by being a great place to live, work and invest. Our priority should be affordable housing, reliable transportation, public safety, efficient approvals and strong infrastructure—not expensive one-off incentives to attract individual companies or events.”
(a few sentences)
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Environment
Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Healthcare
Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
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Growth & development
How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Social & community services
Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Alejandra Bravo backs accessible child care and better parks in Davenport.
- She lists accessible child care and better parks among the fights she has taken on.
- Her councillor site calls her a champion for city services that work for everyone.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“With you, I've fought for better parks, affordable housing, accessible child care, fast and reliable public transit, and city services that work for everyone.”
Source: Alejandra Bravo for Davenport — campaign site · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Active transportation
Can I walk and bike safely around town?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Ashley Jansen
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marco Martins
No website or social media listed
Marco Martins chose 'Expand the protected cycling network, including projects that remove traffic lanes or parking'
- Answer: Expand the protected cycling network, including projects that remove traffic lanes or parking.
- Accelerate the expansion of safe, protected cycling routes, prioritizing connected networks and routes that improve safety and provide real transportation alternatives, while monitoring impacts on traffic, businesses and neighbourhoods.
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“Accelerate the expansion of safe, protected cycling routes, prioritizing connected networks and routes that improve safety and provide real transportation alternatives, while monitoring impacts on traffic, businesses and neighbourhoods.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Arts & culture
Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
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Ashley Jansen
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Marco Martins
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Marco Martins chose 'Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours'; Make it easier for arts
- Answer: Simpler permits, flexible operating rules and later hours.
- Make it easier for arts, culture and nightlife businesses to operate by simplifying permits, reducing unnecessary red tape and allowing flexible operating hours while maintaining reasonable safety and noise standards.
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“Make it easier for arts, culture and nightlife businesses to operate by simplifying permits, reducing unnecessary red tape and allowing flexible operating hours while maintaining reasonable safety and noise standards.”
Source: Build Canada Toronto Election Hub — Ward 9 questionnaire · October 18, 2026
Confidence:High
Neil Simon
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Data centres
Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
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Ashley Jansen
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Marco Martins
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Neil Simon
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Water & waste
Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
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Ashley Jansen
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Marco Martins
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Neil Simon
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Bylaw enforcement
Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?
Alejandra Bravo ✓Elected (official result)
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Ashley Jansen
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Marco Martins
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Neil Simon
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