Shelley Carroll

The Mayor and City Council

My priority is making Toronto’s neighbourhoods safer, stronger and more affordable, and making sure residents see results for the taxes they pay. That means investing in the parks, libraries, community centres, roads and public spaces people rely on every day, while managing the City’s finances responsibly. As a two-time Budget Chief and Chair of the Toronto Police Services Board, I bring experience turning priorities into action, finding savings and working across governments to get results for Toronto.

Housing

I would prioritize cutting unnecessary City barriers, working with provincial and federal governments and non-profit partners to build more affordable and family-sized housing, and expanding supports that help people move from homelessness into permanent housing. We also need stronger tenant protections and practical measures that help people stay housed. We also need to properly fund the Multi-Unit Residential Acquisition (MURA) program, so housing providers can move quickly to preserve affordable homes before they are lost to the market.

Cost of Living

I would make responsible financial management and better value for taxpayers a priority from day one. I would work to hold property taxes in line with inflation, find savings and reduce red tape while protecting frontline services and pushing other levels of government to pay their fair share for services that Toronto residents currently shoulder. We also need to broaden Toronto’s revenue tools and pursue new revenue sources that do not simply increase the burden on homeowners and tenants.

Safety in Public Spaces

People should feel safe where they live, work and raise their families. Crime is going down, and I want to build on that progress by focusing on the spaces people use every day. That means cleaner and better-maintained transit, parks, and streets, with stronger neighbourhood policing, Community Safety Hubs, better lighting and faster responses when people need help. Safety also means preventing problems before they become emergencies by investing in youth programs, community partnerships and practical improvements to the public realm.

Getting Around the City

Toronto needs a transportation system that works for everyone, whether you drive, take transit, cycle or walk. I would prioritize fixing roads and sidewalks, improving traffic signal timing, addressing dangerous intersections and making practical and common sense safety improvements for all road users. We also need reliable TTC service and better coordination across the transportation network. I will continue to advocate for the Sheppard Subway Extension while focusing on safer, more predictable and efficient travel across Don Valley North.

Confronting Hateful and Hostile Behaviour

Everyone has the right to feel safe and welcome in their neighbourhood, regardless of their background, faith or identity. I would continue supporting the Toronto Police Service’s Hate Crimes Unit to ensure hate crimes are investigated and enforced. We also need to work directly with communities, schools and local organizations to support anti-hate initiatives and give residents clear, accessible ways to report incidents and get help. Strong enforcement and sustained prevention go hand in hand to help build a city where everyone feels safe.