What they say
Robert Kolosowski's top priority is to keep political activism out of our education system and focus on what really matters: improving education and ensuring school safety.
By issue
From the candidate's campaign site, read 5 October 2026. Robert Kolosowski campaign · read 5 October 2026
Youth and families
“Robert Kolosowski's top priority is to keep political activism out of our education system and focus on what really matters: improving education and ensuring school safety.”
Governance and accountability
“I remain committed to a collaborative approach to governance that prioritizes practical solutions over politics. My focus will always remain on the core mission of public education: ensuring safe learning environments and providing every student with an excellent education.”
Nothing found yet on: Housing and development, Parks and environment, Seniors, Local business, Transit, City services.
On the board
What they say they did on the board
Robert Kolosowski campaign · read 5 October 2026
“In 2021 the YRDSB abolished the police partnership with the YRP. In 2026 I proposed a motion to bring back the partnership and trustees approved it.”
“As Chair of the YRDSB Finance Committee, I worked to approve a balanced 2026–2027 budget that directs 97% of staffing funding to frontline workers, including teachers and special education support staff.”
“Parents deserve to know what external materials are being presented to their children at school. I helped implement a new policy requiring advanced parental notification and age-appropriate content.”
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Robert Kolosowski campaign · read 5 October 2026
“Artificial intelligence should support learning, not replace it. We implemented guidelines governing the use of artificial intelligence in schools to protect academic integrity and keep students focused.”
“We conducted a full review of traffic safety near schools and childcare facilities, and installed physical barriers to better safeguard children from vehicle traffic.”
“The new Dr. Bette Stephenson Secondary School is fully approved, funded and under construction. Opening in September 2027, it will help reduce overcrowding.”
Background, in their words
Robert Kolosowski campaign · read 5 October 2026
“As one of thirteen trustees elected to govern the York Region District School Board, I share in the responsibility of ensuring that the Board fulfills its mandate to provide high-quality public education for the students of York Region.”
“Promoted to Chair of the YRDSB's Property and Finance Standing Committee in 2025, overseeing the $1.7 billion budget”
About our research on this candidate
On the City's certified list, checked 24 August 2026. Campaign site read in full on 5 October 2026. Board record: not reviewed yet. Press search: not done yet. Last reviewed 6 October 2026.