Marco Martins

Candidate for Councillor - Ward 9 (Davenport)

In their own words

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Where they stand

Every candidate in this race is shown against the same 16 issues, in the same order, whether or not we’ve found something for each one. Why we do it this way.

Housing

Will I be able to afford to live here?

This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.

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 '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

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 '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 '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 '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

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Taxes & spending

What 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.

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

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

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Emergency services

When 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.

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

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

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Transit

Can 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.

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 '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

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

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Government

Will 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.

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 '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

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.”

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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 '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 '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

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Roads & infrastructure

Will 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.

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

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

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Economy

Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?

This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.

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

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

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Environment

Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?

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Healthcare

Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?

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Growth & development

How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?

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Social & community services

Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?

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Active transportation

Can I walk and bike safely around town?

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 & source (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

Arts & culture

Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?

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.

Show their words & source (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

Data centres

Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?

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Water & waste

Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?

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Bylaw enforcement

Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?

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