Priorities | Syeda Jaana Ali Campaign

Five Commitments

Building safer, stronger, and more connected neighbourhoods

Safe Streets and Reliable Transportation

Residents should feel safe travelling through the community, whether they are walking, cycling, driving, or using public transit.

Jaana will advocate for safer intersections, improved pedestrian crossings, reduced speeding, better traffic management, and dependable and accessible public transit.

Free Transit for Seniors

Seniors should be able to get to medical appointments, grocery stores, community programs, and visit family without having to choose between transportation and other essential expenses.

Jaana will advocate for free TTC transit for seniors, while working toward a practical, financially responsible approach that can be measured and improved.

Safer streets for everyone.

Responsible Growth and Affordable Housing

Beaches-East York needs housing options that respond to the needs of seniors, young families, essential workers, and future generations.

Jaana supports responsible development that respects neighbourhood character, includes meaningful community consultation, and is supported by proper infrastructure and public services.

Smart growth should strengthen our neighbourhoods. Read the Housing Plan

Clean Parks and Resilient Infrastructure

Ward 19’s parks, beaches, ravines, playgrounds, and public spaces should remain clean, safe, and well maintained.

Jaana will advocate for better park maintenance, tree protection, timely road and sidewalk repairs, improved drainage, reliable snow clearing, and long-term infrastructure investment.

Well-maintained public spaces strengthen the community.

Strong Local Businesses and Community Services

Local businesses bring jobs, activity, and character to the neighbourhoods of Beaches-East York.

Jaana will support independent businesses, stronger main streets, safer shopping areas, and more accessible programs and services for youth, families, and seniors.

Strong businesses help neighbourhoods thrive.

Accessible and Accountable Leadership

Residents deserve a councillor who is visible, responsive, and transparent.

Jaana is committed to clear communication, regular community engagement, timely responses, responsible spending, and meaningful consultation before important decisions are made.

Leadership should be accessible and focused on results.

Working Together

Local solutions should reflect local voices

The best solutions are developed when residents, local businesses, community organizations, City staff, and elected representatives work together.

Jaana is ready to listen, collaborate, and advocate for the neighbourhoods of Beaches-East York.

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