Contenders for the unoccupied Ward 2 position in Windsor.
Windsor's Ward 2 By-Election: Candidates and Priorities
Windsor, Ontario is gearing up for a by-election to fill the vacant seat in Ward 2, with several candidates vying for the position. Here's a look at the contenders and their key priorities.
Frazier Fathers
Frazier Fathers, a well-known community member in Windsor, is running for the Ward 2 seat. With a decade of residence in the ward under his belt, Fathers brings policy expertise and community involvement through his work with the United Way. He sees the residential licensing program as one of the biggest challenges for the ward and wants to maintain the program to ensure safety and security for students and renters.
Krystalynn Singh
Krystalynn Singh, a Windsor resident since 2017, is entering the Ward 2 by-election. Singh owns a business in Ward 2 and manages residential and commercial properties. Her campaign will focus on improving safety, addressing housing challenges, and promoting economic opportunities. In a unique move, she plans to donate her council salary to the community.
Nick Amlin
Nick Amlin, a Canadian Armed Forces veteran living in Ward 3, is running for the Ward 2 seat. Amlin's top priorities are addressing boarded-up homes and expanding the SUPIE Program at city parks.
Brian Green
Brian Green, a nearly 20-year Ward 2 resident, is also running in the by-election. Green's priorities are safer streets and public safety, infrastructure investment, fair taxes, and transparent leadership.
Helmi Charif
Helmi Charif, who has lived in Windsor since 1991, is another candidate in the by-election. Information about Charif's priorities and campaign platform was not available at the time of writing.
The by-election registration opened on July 21 and will close on Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. The voting day is set for October 27, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Voters in Windsor's Ward 2 have a diverse range of candidates to choose from, each with their own unique perspectives and priorities. It's an exciting time for the community as they prepare to elect their new representative on Windsor's city council.
- The news of Windsor's Ward 2 By-Election has sparked interest in the community, with several candidates offering their perspectives and priorities.
- Among the contenders is Frazier Fathers, a resident with a decade of experience in Windsor, who emphasizes safety and security concerns through the residential licensing program.
- Krystalynn Singh, a Windsor resident since 2017 and owner of a business in the ward, aims to improve safety, address housing challenges, and promote economic opportunities.
- In the realm of politics, Nick Amlin, a veteran and resident of Ward 3, is also vying for the Ward 2 seat, with a focus on addressing boarded-up homes and expanding the SUPIE Program at city parks.
