" I am running to be Scarborough - Agincourt City Councillor because I have spent much of my time in this community and understand the challenges and opportunities that residents face every day.
I want to strengthen our neighbourhoods, bring people together, and be a strong voice at City Hall who listens, advocates, and fights for the priorities that matter most. "
- Jackson
Priorities
Toronto Belongs to Its Residents.
Toronto should prioritize investing in its residents before chasing the next major event.
We shouldn't have to wait for Taylor Swift, the FIFA World Cup, or any other international attraction for our streets to be cleaned, our transit system to improve, or our infrastructure to receive the attention it deserves.
For too long, investment has been concentrated in downtown Toronto while communities outside the core have been left behind. Scarborough contributes enormously to our city's economy and culture, yet in 2026, Scarborough–Agincourt still doesn't have a single subway station.
Our neighbourhoods deserve the same level of investment, infrastructure, and opportunity as every other part of Toronto. It's time to build a city that works for all residents, not just the downtown core.
Doug Ford Needs to Go
The Doug Ford government is spending hundreds of millions of dollars on projects that many Ontarians never asked for — from a new parking lot to a mega spa and airport expansion.
Instead of prioritizing expensive projects, we should be investing in the things that directly improve people's everyday lives.
Why not use those resources to tackle affordability?
Why not provide greater support and tax relief for local businesses that create jobs in our communities?
Why not invest in better transit connections for Scarborough–Agincourt, a community that still doesn't have a subway station?
And instead of removing tools like speed cameras, why not invest in safer streets through traffic calming measures that protect pedestrians, cyclists, and families?
Government should focus on what residents need most: affordability, better services, safer communities, and investments that make life better for everyone.
This is the fight I want to lead at City Hall: making sure our neighbourhoods get the investment and attention they deserve.
Regulate unlicenced electric moped uses
Residents who drive cars and motorcycles are required to pay taxes, register their vehicles, carry insurance, and pass licensing requirements to ensure safety on our roads.
However, there is a growing concern around heavy, high-powered electric scooters and electric dirtbikes that operate without proper licensing or insurance. Some of these vehicles can reach high speeds and are being used in ways that create safety risks for both cyclists and pedestrians.
Loopholes such as adding minimal pedals to powerful electric mopeds allow some vehicles to be classified as legal electric bicycle. These gaps need to be closed.
These vehicles often travel too fast for bike lanes and too slow to safely mix with regular traffic, creating confusion and potential hazards for all road users.
We need clearer standards, stronger enforcement, and updated regulations to ensure that electric mobility is safe, fair, and properly integrated into Toronto’s transportation system.
Neighbourhood Snow Removal Program
We can deliver better service while keeping more money in the pockets of residents—and reducing environmental impact.
Instead of relying on expensive external contractors for snow removal on sidewalks and bus stops, we should invest in a community-based solution that puts local people first.
A resident-driven snow removal app would allow Torontonians to help clear designated areas when needed—especially during major snowfalls, school closures when teens have nothing to do, and for residents who need extra income due to the rising cost of living.
By shifting away from large, fuel-heavy contractor equipment and reducing unnecessary travel and idling, this approach can also help lower emissions and support a more environmentally responsible winter maintenance system.
Participants could sign up, safely clear snow with simple tools, and submit verification through the app. Once the work is confirmed by city staff, they would be paid quickly and directly.
This model keeps taxpayer dollars in the community, supports local workers, reduces environmental impact, and creates flexible, dignified earning opportunities while improving winter response times across Toronto.
People Need Homes. Developers Don't Need More Profits.
Many affordable housing projects cost hundreds of thousands of dollars per unit and can take years to plan and construct.
While new housing remains important, the City should also explore faster and more cost-effective ways to expand affordable housing options.
With many condominium units currently available on the market, Toronto has an opportunity to diversify its affordable housing strategy by purchasing existing residential units and offering them to low-income families at subsidized rents.
This approach can help provide housing more quickly, reduce construction costs, and make better use of existing housing stock. It also creates a long-term public asset that the City can retain or sell in the future as housing needs evolve.
By utilizing homes that already exist, we can reduce the environmental impact associated with new construction, help stabilize the housing market, and integrate affordable housing opportunities throughout the city rather than concentrating them in a small number of buildings.
Affordable housing should be delivered efficiently, responsibly, and in a way that strengthens communities across Toronto.
More Community Engagement, No Budget Increase Required
Toronto invests significantly in public safety, and residents deserve a police service that is not only effective but also approachable and connected to the communities it serves.
Positive interactions between residents and police officers help build trust and strengthen neighbourhoods. When officers participate in community activities—such as volunteering at food banks, joining neighbourhood cleanups, supporting local events, or cheering on participants at community races—they become familiar faces rather than distant authority figures.
These connections can help residents feel safer, encourage open communication, and foster a stronger sense of community.
To support this goal, I propose allocating up to 40 hours per year for each officer to participate in community engagement activities through existing Toronto Police Service Auxiliary Program. This initiative could be integrated into existing staffing and community outreach efforts, maintaining police presence while creating more opportunities for officers to connect with the people they serve.
Building trust does not always require new spending. Sometimes it starts with creating more opportunities for people to meet, work together, and build relationships within their own communities.