Compare: Ward 5 Councillor

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Ward 5 Councillor: Alex Jafari and Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou
Issue	Alex Jafari	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou
Taxes and spending
Taxes and spending	“Scrutinize spending, improve transparent reporting and focus municipal resources on services and infrastructure that residents rely on.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Housing and development
Housing and development	“Plan growth alongside roads, transit, utilities, parks, community facilities and the infrastructure required to support neighbourhoods.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Traffic and roads
Traffic and roads	“Address neighbourhood speeding, school-zone safety, unsafe crossings, congestion and long-term transportation needs.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Parks and environment
Parks and environment	“Focus on maintenance and modernization of playgrounds, splash pads, sports fields and neighbourhood parks.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Seniors
Seniors	“Support better lighting, safer crossings, sidewalk maintenance, benches and accessibility around community facilities and parks.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026 “Support daytime programming, social activities and technology-learning opportunities that help seniors stay connected.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Youth and families
Youth and families	“Review opportunities to improve access to swimming, skating, recreation and summer programming for children and families.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026 “Support partnerships that expand youth volunteering, leadership, technology, sports and career-development opportunities.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Local business
Local business	“Support a municipal environment that recognizes the needs of local businesses, professionals, entrepreneurs and employers.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
City services
City services	“Maintain effective parks, recreation, neighbourhood services and accessible municipal service delivery for residents of every generation.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Governance and accountability
Governance and accountability	“Clear communication, transparent decisions and measurable follow-through so residents know what is happening with the issues they raise.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026 “Track issues with City departments and keep residents informed about progress and next steps.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Background and overall goals
Background and overall goals	“Support easier phone and in-person access for residents who may not want to rely exclusively on online services.” Alex Jafari campaign · read 5 October 2026	Ali Mahboub-Shadkhou has no campaign website we could find.
Campaign site
Campaign site	votealexjafari.ca Alex Jafari (opens in a new tab)	No campaign website found

None of these candidates has published on: Community safety, Transit.

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