Toronto–Danforth · Ward 14
Your Voice at City Hall
Maqsood Ahmad for Toronto City Council
After 25 years in Ward 14, I understand the challenges facing our community. I am running to stand up for gig workers, first-time homebuyers, seniors and local businesses — and to help build safer neighbourhoods and a more affordable city we can all proudly call home.
Election day · October 26, 2026
- 25 years rooted in Ward 14
- Connected across the community
- Listening and accountability
- Fair representation at City Hall
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Elect Maqsood Ahmad

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About me
Ward 14 has been home for 25 years.
- Ward
- Ward 14 — Toronto–Danforth
- Seeking
- Toronto City Councillor
- Years in Ward 14
- 25
Dear Neighbours,
For the past 25 years, Ward 14 has been my home. This is where I am raising my family, have built my career and developed connections with residents and the wider community.
Throughout my career in real estate and construction, I have helped residents in some of life's most important decisions — buying, selling, renting, renovating or remaining in the homes and neighbourhoods they know. This experience has given me practical knowledge of housing and development, along with a clear understanding of the real financial pressures these decisions place on families.
My work and conversations across the community have also shown me the challenges facing homeowners, tenants, seniors, first-time homebuyers, small-business owners, working families and gig workers — people whose concerns are too often overlooked when important decisions are made.
I am running for Toronto City Council to provide Ward 14 residents with an accessible and effective voice at City Hall: someone who listens, responds, shows up and remains accountable.
My priorities include advocating for more affordable housing, reducing barriers for first-time homebuyers, supporting seniors and gig workers, strengthening local businesses, addressing traffic and neighbourhood safety concerns, and promoting the responsible management of taxpayers' money.
Above all, I want to ensure that every neighbourhood in Ward 14 is heard and properly represented when decisions are made at City Hall. Together, we can build a safer, more affordable and better city — a place we can all proudly call home.
What I will focus on
Six practical priorities for Ward 14.
These are the things I intend to raise, question and keep on the agenda at City Hall — described plainly, without promising outcomes no single councillor can guarantee.
01
Safer Streets & Neighbourhoods
I will press for more attention to street safety, lighting, parks, traffic concerns and everyday neighbourhood conditions, so residents feel secure where they live.
02
Affordable Living, Housing & Transportation
I will work to keep property taxes under control after years of increases, reduce City-controlled utility costs wherever possible, and keep TTC fares as affordable as possible. More affordable public transit will give residents a practical alternative to driving and help reduce traffic on our roads. I will also support responsible housing development and ensure residents are genuinely heard when growth affects their neighbourhoods.
Priority 03
A Voice for Gig Workers
Rideshare drivers, delivery workers and other gig workers help keep Toronto moving every day. Yet many are struggling to earn a decent living despite working long hours.
I believe workers deserve fair compensation, transparent deductions, protection from unfair deactivations and a meaningful voice in decisions affecting their livelihoods.
04
Respect for Taxpayers
I will ask serious questions about how money is spent, and prioritize the City services residents need and actually use.
05
Support Local Business
I will work with small businesses and local business communities to reduce unnecessary barriers and keep neighbourhood commercial areas strong.
06
A City Hall That Listens
I will stay accessible, hold regular community conversations, and carry neighbourhood concerns directly to City Hall.
In my own words
“Together, we can build a safer, more affordable and better city — a place we can all proudly call home.”
Statement by Maqsood Ahmad, candidate for Toronto City Councillor.
Your voice comes first
Before City Hall speaks, it should listen.
What is happening on your street, in your building, or across your neighbourhood? Tell me what City Hall should be paying attention to — the specific things, not the general ones.
Your message comes directly to me. Sending one does not add you to a mailing list.
Get involved
My campaign is built by neighbours.
Whether you can knock on a few doors, put a sign on your lawn or make an introduction in your building, there is a way to help.
Election information
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A neighbourhood concern, an offer to help, or an invitation to a community meeting — all of it reaches me at the same address.
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