On October 20, Edmontonians will choose a new mayor and 12 councillors. Advance voting for the 2025 Edmonton municipal election will start on Tuesday and run until October 11. Candidates in all municipal electoral wards have shared their backgrounds and reasons why residents should vote for them.
In Ward Anirniq, seven candidates are competing. Ali Al Kassab, a small business owner, emphasizes fiscal responsibility and safe communities. Nurmaiya Brady, associated with the Better Edmonton Party, focuses on challenging the status quo. Rob Fediuk aims to keep taxes down and attract businesses. Ali Haymour, an Alberta sheriff, prioritizes controlling spending and transparency. Erin Rutherford, the incumbent, emphasizes affordability and public services. Aggripa Wajo highlights infrastructure needs and cutting bureaucracy. Jesse Watson aims to prioritize residents’ needs.
In Ward Dene, Lana Palmer, an oral surgeon, focuses on cutting red tape and affordable housing. Aaron Paquette, the incumbent, advocates for stable property taxes and improved transit. Jean Pierre Valois stresses safer neighborhoods and accountability. Albert Mazzocca aims for sensible taxes and safer streets. Banisha Sandhu and Paul Brake did not provide information.
In Ward Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi, candidates like Ramey Demian and Jon Morgan prioritize community safety and reliable services. Jennifer Rice, the incumbent, emphasizes fiscal responsibility and supporting local businesses. Nicholas Rheubottom, associated with the Better Edmonton Party, advocates for transparency. Funke Olokude focuses on affordability and economic growth. Beth Mathison did not provide information.
In Ward Karhiio, Jason Bale highlights transportation infrastructure, while Joti Buttar focuses on community safety. Hali Kaur emphasizes fiscal discipline, and Atiq Rehman aims for a stronger local economy. Keren Tang prioritizes community-based budgeting, and Avinash Soochit, Yogesh Garg, Manny Bautista, and Paul Mah did not provide information.
In Ward Métis, Abdulhakim Dalel focuses on affordable housing and infrastructure. Ashley Salvador, the incumbent, prioritizes urban planning and housing affordability. James Gosse aims for fiscal responsibility, and Justin Thomas emphasizes safer neighborhoods. Caroline Matthews focuses on safer streets, and Norm Paradis aims to stop excessive spending.
In Ward Nakota Isga, Reed Clarke aims to empower neighborhoods, while Diana Steele focuses on infill housing. Nicky Gocuan aims to give his ward a strong voice, and Rajah Maggay prioritizes affordability. Joseph Mugodo focuses on responsible budgeting, and Jordon Woodruff did not provide information.
In Ward O-day’min, David Aaron emphasizes safe neighborhoods and affordable housing. Anne Stevenson, the incumbent, focuses on core services and affordability. Patrick Stewart aims to restore confidence in the city. Anand Benjamin Pye prioritizes community safety and smarter infill. Adil Pirbhai did not provide information.
In Ward papastew, Joshua Doyle prioritizes transparency, while Mark Hillman aims for fiscal responsibility. Terrie Holgerson focuses on listening to constituents, and Rozalia Janiszewska emphasizes police accountability. Michael Janz, the incumbent, advocates for safety and housing choices.
In Ward pihêsiwin, Sara Awatta focuses on accountability and infrastructure. Michael Elliott did not provide information. Mohammad Ali Kamal aims to cut red tape for businesses, and Larry Langley prioritizes community service. Jackie Liu aims to bring practical impacts, and Rupesh Patel focuses on basic core services.
In Ward sipiwiyiniwak, Imran Bashir aims for safer neighborhoods and affordable living. Annie Chua-Frith values transparency and engagement. Steve van Diest prioritizes fiscal responsibility, and Jo-Anne Wright focuses on fiscal challenges. Ashok Sui aims for common-sense solutions.
In Ward tastawiyiniwak, Fidel Ammar prioritizes safer neighborhoods and affordable housing. Farhan Chak focuses on fiscal responsibility, and Jimmy Clement idi emphasizes service delivery efficiency. Jennifer Porritt values climate action and transit improvements, while Karen Principe did not provide information.