Ward 4
Councillor Candidates

Q. Why are you running for or seeking re-election to Whitchurch-Stouffville Town council?  ?

A. Stouffville found us during a hard season. We moved here in the middle of the pandemic, when I was a new mom, and this community welcomed us. I found friends through my daughter's daycare and later through her school. I found neighbours who check in on each other, drop off soup from Reesor's when you're unwell, and share not only backyard playsets and trampolines, but friendship too.

I found a home.

Since then, I've spent my days here raising my daughter, caring for my mother in a home with three generations under one roof, and showing up where I can: in classrooms, on parent council, helping neighbours, and supporting local businesses.

I have always cared about people and social issues; that's reflected in my 8 years of mental health advocacy work at both the provincial and federal level, lobbying governments and helping bring important stories into the public conversation. I've spent years being the person who shows up, who listens carefully, and who turns caring into action. That same care is what's driving me to run for Ward 4 Councillor. After almost 20 years working in operations and procurement for the same global organization, I bring strong skills in research, risk management, negotiation, problem-solving, and getting real value for every dollar spent; the same rigour I'd bring to reviewing a town contract or capital project.

That's the lens I bring to this campaign: not politics as a theory, but politics as it touches everyday life. The playground your child plays at. The road you worry about when they bike to a friend's house. The grocery bill that keeps climbing. The swim lesson you can't get into.

It's a stage of life I feel is important to have represented where decisions are being made, since it reflects the every day that so many residents are currently navigating.

But it's not only young families I think about; it’s also the neighbour I run errands for, who helped build this town long before I arrived and deserves a council that continues to see, support, and value her.

These aren't small things. They're the everyday moments that shape a family's week, or a life lived here for decades. Ward 4 deserves to have someone at the table that understands those moments, not from a distance, but because I’m living them, too.

I'm running because for me, representation isn't just a job description. It's about understanding what it takes to build a life here – right now.

This is home. Let's build what's next for it, together.

Q.    A brief outline of your platform and what you feel strongly about.

A. My platform focuses on responsible spending that delivers value for residents, smart growth, and safer, more connected communities.

Responsible Spending: I know from raising a young child and caring for my mother, how much different generations depend on local services and how important it is for families to make ends meet. I want responsible town spending and planning that reflects the daily lives of residents.

Smart Growth: Whitchurch-Stouffville is growing fast. As someone raising a young family, I spend a lot of time in the community, at the schools, the parks, and utilizing local recreation. I know where services and amenities can feel stretched. Growth should mean more than shovels in the ground. It should include the infrastructure, services, parks, and amenities that make a community work.

Safer, more connected communities: As a parent doing school drop-offs every morning, driving my mother to appointments, and running errands, road safety and traffic flow are not hypothetical issues to me. In Ward 4, I am looking for practical solutions for families, cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers.

Above all, I believe good local government starts with listening to residents, understanding the facts, and finding practical solutions that work for the people living here.

Q. If you are elected, what would be your top priority for the community, and why is that the most important issue to address in the coming term? 

A. My top priority would be that Whitchurch-Stouffville’s growth is matched with the infrastructure, services, and amenities our community needs. 

Our town is growing fast, and we need to get that growth right. For me, that means looking beyond the homes being built and asking if our roads will cope with the traffic, if our parks and recreation programs will have enough space for the demand, whether our neighbourhoods will be connected and safe, and if the services families depend on can keep pace. These aren’t just concepts to me; I live with them as a parent, a caregiver, and a resident who spends a lot of time in our neighborhoods and public spaces. Growth done well means building a town that works for the people who live here today and for the children who will inherit it tomorrow.

However, it's not just my priority that matters. If elected, I hope to bring a practical, research-driven approach to Council and to ensure residents’ concerns are part of that decision-making process. My priorities have to align with the people who live in Ward 4, so it's a place we can all be proud to call home. 

- website: www.courtneytaylorward4.ca

- email address: courtney4ward4@gmail.com

- social media handles: 

Instagram: @courtneytaylor4ward4

Facebook:  Courtney Taylor - Ward 4

Q:  Why are you running for or seeking re-election to Whitchurch-Stouffville Town council?  

A: Stouffville is facing significant economic and social pressures, along with major infrastructure changes — including the redevelopment of Main Street and new residential growth in Ward 4 and across town. With growth comes increased demand for public transit, affordable housing, traffic management, and social services.

I bring 15 years of council experience (2003–2018), a period when Stouffville saw its largest expansion. I want to use that experience, along with my leadership and community integrity, to help guide Stouffville through these pressures and ensure we preserve the strong community character that residents value.

Q: Briefly outline your platform and what you feel strongly about.

A:  My platform is called “Stouffville Together.” It focuses on three priorities:

1. Strong Community – Building a connected, inclusive community for Ward 4 and all of Stouffville.

2. Responsible Growth – Supporting smart development that respects our town’s character.

3. A Better Tomorrow – Investing in parks, infrastructure, and social services.

Throughout the election, I will share more details through town halls, social media, and my campaign website. I plan to knock on every door in Ward 4 to discuss these priorities and hear directly from residents about the issues they want addressed at council.

Q: If you are elected, what would be your top priority for the community, and why is that the most important issue to address in the coming term? 

A: My top priority is simple: LISTEN. Residents of Ward 4- and Stouffville that pay taxes are shareholders within the corporation of the town of Stouffville. Council serves as the Board of Governors responsible for ensuring the town operates according to the direction of its residents (Shareholders).

Since my first day on council in 2003, listening to and advocating for residents has been my number one priority, and it will continue to be my guide for every decision I would make in council.

 website:  robforward4.com

email address:    roberthar83@gmail.com

social media handles:  Facebook /Robforward4

Q:  Why are you running for or seeking re-election to Whitchurch-Stouffville Town council?

A:   Do you know what’s the most Googled question about our town?

“Is Stouffville a good place to live?”

I’m running for Town Council to make sure your answer is always an absolute yes.

For years, I’ve put my heart into building the kind of community where your family can thrive. You have seen me championing local arts, culture, and literacy at the Stouffville Library, Latcham Art Centre, and 19 on the Park. I advocate for kids on the School Councils at Oscar Peterson Public School and Stouffville District Secondary School, and coach youth on our local ball diamonds and basketball courts. I’ve stood up for a welcoming, forward-thinking town through my work with Stouffville Pride, the Diversity and

Inclusion Working Group, Sustainable Stouffville, and by backing our local small businesses every single day.

Talk is easy, but my track record shows where my priorities lie: right here, working for you. Let’s keep moving Stouffville forward, together.

Q: Briefly outline your platform and what you feel strongly about.

A: We all instinctively know that a strong community takes care of everyone, our kids, growing families and our seniors. My platform focuses on safeneighborhoods, reliable local services, and leadership that actually listens to your everyday concerns. Our town needs to work to consistently improve your daily lives. That means giving youth engaging activities and safe spaces to grow. It means delivering real support for our seniors, from accessible transit and healthcare connections to essential help like snow clearing for driveways and fire hydrants. For busy families, it means clean, well-run facilities and town services that fix problems fast instead of making you wait. Most importantly, our constituents deserve honest, two-way communication from their local government.

As your Councillor, I will host regular Town Hall meetings and deliver a straightforward e-newsletter so you always know what’s happening at Town Hall without having to dig for answers. Let’s build a safer, more responsive Stouffville where your voice truly shapes our decisions.

Q: If you are elected, what would be your top priority for the community, and why is that the most important issue to address in the coming term? 

A: My top priority would be managing Stouffville’s rapid growth responsibly, so our community grows in a way that works for the people who already live here and those who are joining us. Growth brings opportunities, but it also brings pressure on services, infrastructure, traffic, and local taxes.

Residents deserve a Council that plans ahead, listens carefully, and makes responsible decisions with their hard-earned tax dollars. As your Councillor, I would be a strong advocate for Stouffville and make

sure growth serves and strengthens our community.

Website:  davidparmer.ca 

email:  davidparmermove4ward@gmail.com

Instagram: davidparmermove4ward

Facebook: davidparmer4

Q:  Why are you running for or seeking re-election to Whitchurch-Stouffville Town council?  

A: I'd like to represent my community, as we keep on moving forward to create a balanced development and yet honor the town's charm. It is important to me to keep the Integrity and the "small town good will" that Stouffville is well known for..

Q: Briefly outline your platform and what you feel strongly about.

A: "Maintaining sustainable Growth". Through INTEGRITY, COMMUNITY, ARTS AND RECREATION, ROAD SAFETY AND EMPLOYMENT. 

Q: If you are elected, what would be your top priority for the community, and why is that the most important issue to address in the coming term? 

A: Primary would be Integrity & Accountability. Integrity and accountability are the most important because they will dictate honest Leadership. Respecting municipality community Planning laws, managing funds honestly and supporting the community at large. For me it is all about community. Stouffville Ward 4 will be my Top Priority. I Have known Whitchurch-Stouffville for 59 years . I have lived in ward 4 for over 30 years. There’s a reason why I haven’t left …. It’s a great community with great people and a lot can be done when there is a vested interest. And when one truly cares. 

Instagram:  @jamesliaros

Email: voteforjamesjimliaros@gmail.com

Q:  Why are you running for or seeking re-election to Whitchurch-Stouffville Town council?  

A:  I am seeking re-election because I believe the next four years will be critical for Stouffville. There is still important work to do for Ward 4 and for our community as a whole.

After 12 years representing Ward 4, I have gained invaluable experience and a deep understanding of how municipal government works, how the process works, how decisions are made, and, just as importantly, what questions need to be asked when something doesn’t make sense.

I speak with Ward 4 residents every day, and I understand the issues that matter to them. During my time on Council, I have worked on practical issues that affect residents in their everyday lives, from traffic calming and safer streets to infrastructure, snow and windrow concerns, development, parks and recreation, and protecting the character of our community.

I have pushed for practical improvements, including speed humps and delineators, better services for residents, and making sure our infrastructure keeps pace with growth.

But experience isn’t just about looking back at what has been accomplished. It is about using that experience to deal with the challenges ahead.

Stouffville is growing quickly. The decisions we make over the next four years will have a lasting impact on our roads, traffic, taxes, parks, recreation, businesses, services and neighbourhoods.

That is why I want to continue being an independent voice for Ward 4, someone who listens to residents, responds to their concerns, asks the tough questions, and challenges decisions when necessary.

Most importantly, I want residents to know that I will continue to be accessible, accountable and willing to speak up on their behalf.

I am asking for your support because I care deeply about this community, I know the job, and I believe my 12 years of experience can continue to make a positive difference for Ward 4 and for Stouffville.

Experience matters. Listening matters. And making sure Stouffville grows the right way matters.

Q: Briefly outline your platform and what you feel strongly about.

A: LET’S GROW STOUFFVILLE, BUT LET’S GROW IT RIGHT

Growth is coming. The question is how we manage it. I am not against growth. 

I am against growth getting ahead of the infrastructure needed to support it.

I will continue to ask the tough questions and push for responsible development that works for today's residents and tomorrow's families.

                   Growth should follow infrastructure, not outrun it.

SAFER STREETS. SAFER NEIGHBOURHOODS.

Residents know their neighbourhoods better than anyone. When residents identify a genuine safety concern, I believe the Town needs to listen, investigate and act.

I will continue advocating for practical measures such as:
More crosswalks • Speed management • Speed humps • Delineators • Stop signs • Better signage • Improved pedestrian safety• Safer round-a-bouts
Not every street needs the same solution. But when there is a demonstrated problem, doing nothing should not be the answer.
I will be asking for a review on our parking policy, as residents are concerned.
                  You should feel safe walking through your own neighbourhood.

MORE BUSINESSES. MORE JOBS. A STRONGER TAX BASE.

Stouffville cannot rely primarily on residential taxpayers to fund the services and infrastructure we need. We need to attract businesses, employment and commercial and industrial development.

A stronger business community means:
More local jobs
More economic opportunity
More investment
A broader tax base

We should support the businesses already here and make Stouffville a community where new businesses want to invest. The goal isn't simply to build more houses.
The goal is to build a complete community where residents can LIVE, WORK and RAISE THEIR FAMILIES. 

YOUR TAXES. YOUR TOWN. YOUR VOICE.

Council and Town staff work for YOU, the residents and taxpayers.
You deserve a councillor who listens, responds and follows through.
My office phone is forwarded to my cell phone.
When you call, I answer. When you email, I respond. When you raise an issue, I follow up.
I will continue keeping residents informed through Town Hall meetings, newsletters, social media and direct communication.
You shouldn't have to wonder what is happening at Town Hall.

You deserve to know.

EXPERIENCE MATTERS

The decisions facing Stouffville are getting bigger, more complicated and more expensive. Experience matters.
After 12 years representing Ward 4, I understand how municipal government works. I know the process. I know the questions to ask. And I know who to talk to get things done for the residents.
When something doesn't make sense, I will question it.
When residents have concerns, I will bring them forward.
And when an issue isn't resolved, I will keep pushing until there is an answer.
That's what representation means to me.

LISTEN. FOLLOW UP. GET RESULTS.

LET'S PROTECT WHAT MAKES STOUFFVILLE SPECIAL

We can grow without losing the community we love.
We can welcome new families while protecting the quality of life of the residents who already live here.
We can build new neighbourhoods while making sure the roads, parks and facilities keep pace.
We can attract new businesses and jobs while supporting the businesses that have already invested in Stouffville.
And we can plan for the future without forgetting the residents who built this community.

And let's make sure we don't lose what makes Stouffville special.

Q: If you are elected, what would be your top priority for the community, and why is that the most important issue to address in the coming term? 

A: MANAGE GROWTH ** BUILD INFRASTRUCTURE FIRST

Stouffville is growing, and I support responsible growth. But growth should not outrun our infrastructure.
Over the past 15–20 years, Stouffville’s population has more than doubled, but our infrastructure and community facilities have not kept pace with that growth.
We hear it from residents all the time: parents unable to get their children into swimming lessons, shortages of ball diamonds and sports fields, crowded recreation facilities, increased traffic and growing pressure on our roads and services.

These are signs that we need to do a better job of planning for growth.
Stouffville also faces unique geographic constraints. Much of our surrounding land is protected by the Greenbelt and the Oak Ridges Moraine, limiting where the community can expand outward. That means much of our future growth has to be accommodated within the existing urban area, including through higher-density development.
That creates additional pressure on our roads, intersections, parks, recreation facilities, parking and other municipal services.
We need to make sure the infrastructure is there to support our growth.
Before approving more development, we need to ask some basic questions:
Can our roads handle the additional traffic? Do we have enough parks and recreation facilities? Can our community centres and sports fields accommodate the growing demand? Do our water, wastewater and stormwater systems have the capacity? Are our transportation and pedestrian networks keeping pace? Are our emergency and community services prepared for a larger population?
Residents should not have to accept heavier traffic, overcrowded recreation facilities, inadequate parks, increased pressure on roads and services, or a declining quality of life simply because we failed to plan ahead.
Growth should bring new opportunities, businesses, jobs and investment to Stouffville. But it must be planned, serviced and managed responsibly.
I will continue pushing for development that is coordinated with the infrastructure needed to support it, and for infrastructure planning that looks beyond today's needs and prepares for tomorrow's Stouffville.
Build the infrastructure first. Then build the community around it.

Growth should improve Stouffville, not overwhelm it.

647-237-4410

Website: uptonward4.ca  

rick@uptonward4.ca

Q:  Why are you running for or seeking re-election to Whitchurch-Stouffville Town council

A:  Stouffville is my home.  I would like the opportunity to serve its residents.  As a husband, father and newly retired high school principal, Stouffville has been central to our family life for two decades.  My wife and I have raised two boys here.  I have worked in the recreation department, volunteered as a Sunday school teacher, and served on a town committee.  These experiences gave me a solid understanding of the community’s needs.  After 19 years as a high school administrator in the TDSB and YRDSB, I feel ready to continue serving in a new way, using my leadership background to support thoughtful growth, strengthen local services, and build a connected community.  As a long-standing resident of Ward 4, I believe that change is needed.  I believe that new perspectives and ideas would invigorate our area of the town.  I believe that residents' voices must be included in Council decisions.  I welcome the opportunity to help ensure the voices of Ward 4 residents shape Stouffville’s future.  

Q: Briefly outline your platform and what you feel strongly about.

A: I am happy to share what I feel strongly about such as: thoughtful development, family-friendly infrastructure, community safety and fiscal responsibility.  I believe these matters are important and others may feel the same.  However, I have recently heard many additional thoughts and concerns when speaking with Ward 4 residents.  Regardless of the issue, my primary focus as a Town Councillor would be to actively listen, engage and advocate for Ward 4 residents.  I feel strongly that the role of Town Councillor is to be a caring and effective representative for ward residents.  For close to two decades as a high school administrator I have been advocating, negotiating and cheering for students to ensure they were well and achieved academic success.  I did this in a complex educational system comprising of numerous stakeholders with, at times, competing perspectives and concerns.  As a Town Councillor I would continue to advocate for individuals.  My focus would be to ensure the voices of Ward 4 residents are heard and included in Council decisions.  I care, I will be attentive to the needs of residents, and I will get results for Ward 4.    

Q: If you are elected, what would be your top priority for the community, and why is that the most important issue to address in the coming term? 

A: As a Town Councillor, my top priority would be to strengthen community infrastructure to keep pace with Stouffville’s rapid growth.  After nearly two decades as a high school principal, I’ve seen firsthand how population increases affect schools, roads, recreation spaces, and social services.  When growth outpaces planning, families feel it immediately.  We feel it in longer commute times, crowded facilities, and fewer accessible programs for youth and seniors. 

Addressing infrastructure isn't just about roads or building.  It's also about ensuring that Stouffville remains a place where families can thrive, where young people have opportunities, and where long-time residents feel supported and connected.  Thoughtful, sustainable planning pertaining to community infrastructure is a pivotal issue to address, as it sets the foundation for other priorities such as: economic development, community safety, environmental stewardship and quality of life.

www.erikgordonward4.ca

info@erikgordonward4.ca

Facebook:  erikgordon55

Instagram:  erikgordon55

Q:  Why are you running for or seeking re-election to Whitchurch-Stouffville Town council

A:  I started my love for Stouffville back in 2006 when my daughter moved here;

My many visits and exploration of the town made me move here in 2010.  Since my move to the Country close to the City, I have seen the growth  of the Town and the changes that came with it.  Many of the changes were for the good but seemed to be one sided. I started to pay more attention to the activities at council meetings on what we being done in the Town.  Being unhappy with some projects I then decided the only way to get my input in was to get on council and have my voice heard.

Q: Briefly outline your platform and what you feel strongly about.

A: I have always said that roads, hae to follow with the growth of Stouffville but unfortunately it has not.  The increase of population also increases teh amount of vehicles on the roads that has made our roadways overburdened which has alos cause many safety issues within the Town.  When planning new housing, the roads should first be taken in consideration to accommodate the increase of vehicles.  We have seen a lot of grownth in housing in recent years so why has our council not looked into road improvement, once the buildings are up it makes things more difficult to expand.    

The issue of safety for roads, sidewalks, pedestrians and cyclist has also grown.  Since the removal of the speed cameras it seems that many motorists have forgotten to read as the new signs are continuously being ignored.  More calming measures are need, speed bumps, red light cameras, crosswalks and bike lanes. Lets start with one, do it right and go from there. 

Q: If you are elected, what would be your top priority for the community, and why is that the most important issue to address in the coming term? 

A: If elected I firstly will not be the invisible councilor only to be seen when needed, you have to be accountable and proactive in your Ward and Town.  I have met a lot of residents since I have lived here more so than any other Town I have lived in.  They all

appreciate chatting with someone, especially from the Town.  May do not even know who their councilor is.  Residents should hear from their councilor on regular bases.

Roadways would be the foremost consideration, no one wants to wait for the same light 3 or 4 times to  just go a few blocks.

The Town has projects on the table and they would hvae to be looked at to see which one can serve the residents in a short time.

My commitment would be continuous discussion with the residents and work with them for the betterment of the Ward and Town.

One step at a time.

votebradvalentini@gmail.com