A Caledon that feels like home
Community Priorities
Truck Traffic & Illegal Land Use
This has been an ongoing battle in Caledon for years, and people are tired of feeling like they’re the ones carrying the impact while enforcement struggles to keep up.
We’ve seen illegal operators set up first and ask permission later, only to eventually apply for zoning by-law amendments to try and bring themselves into compliance after the fact. We’ve also seen major logistics growth without the road improvements and infrastructure needed to support it properly, leaving residents frustrated, commuters stuck, and nearby communities dealing with the consequences.
I intend to keep the pressure on this file. That means continuing to push for stronger enforcement tools, stiffer penalties for repeat offenders, better coordination between all levels of government, and making sure legitimate businesses aren’t being undercut by operators ignoring the rules.
I also believe community voices matter. Groups like the Caledon Community Road Safety Advocacy Group (CCRSA) have worked hard to keep these issues front and centre, and I’ll continue working alongside residents and advocacy groups to make sure this problem doesn’t just get talked about, that it gets addressed.
Support for Local Businesses & Community Renewal
As a small business owner in food service, I understand firsthand the pressures local owner-operators are facing. Rising costs, shifting customer habits, and economic uncertainty have made it harder than ever for small businesses to not only survive, but grow.
Bolton has long been described as a “bedroom community” - a place where many residents commute elsewhere for work, shopping, and entertainment before returning home at night. That reality makes it difficult for local businesses to maintain steady daytime traffic, hire local talent, and reinvest back into the community.
I want to see stronger partnerships within our own business community and more focus on keeping economic activity local. That means creating reasons for residents to spend more time in Bolton - not just pass through it.
I would also like to see the return of the Downtown Revitalization Task Force. Bolton’s historic downtown is a true hidden gem with incredible potential. We need more gathering spaces, more independent businesses, more community-focused events, and more reasons for people to explore and connect with the heart of the community.
A strong local economy doesn’t just support businesses. It helps build a stronger sense of community, creates local jobs, and keeps our town feeling alive.
Opportunities for Youth & Young Families
More and more young people are feeling disconnected from their community and discouraged about the future. Local jobs can be hard to come by, recreation is often too structured or expensive, and many youth feel like there just aren’t many places where they truly feel involved or connected.
I believe it’s the responsibility of all of us - parents, businesses, community groups, and local government; to help create an environment where young people feel supported and hopeful about their future here in Caledon.
I would like to see more local businesses invest in youth through part-time jobs, co-ops, mentorship opportunities, and apprenticeships, while also encouraging stronger connections between youth and our many local non-profits, and service clubs.
At the same time, Bolton is seeing more young families putting down roots here. Organizations like BrightStart Caledon Family Center play an important role in helping families feel connected and supported, especially during the early years of raising children.
A strong community is one where young people can see a future for themselves - and where young families feel rooted enough to stay and build their lives.
Accessibility For All
A truly inclusive community is one where everyone can participate fully and live with dignity.
As a longtime supporter of Treat Accessibly Caledon and host of Seniors Blocks at Coffee Time Bolton, I have seen firsthand the importance of creating spaces where seniors and residents with disabilities feel welcomed, connected, and included.
I believe accessibility must be considered in everything we do, including: public spaces, community programs and events. I would advocate for expanding accessibility grants and extending the snow windrow clearing program so that more seniors and residents with mobility challenges can remain safe and independent in their homes.
Civic Engagement & Transparency
Caledon is growing quickly under provincial direction and Bolton is slated to absorb much of that growth. Residents are increasingly feeling "left behind" trying to keep up with major conversations around intensification, transit, traffic, housing, and infrastructure.
I believe residents deserve clear communication, honest conversations, and meaningful opportunities to ask questions before major decisions move forward. Community engagement should be more than checking a box.
Residents may not always agree on the outcome, but they should at least feel informed, heard, and respected throughout it. Growth is coming to Caledon whether we like it or not. My focus is making sure residents don’t feel disconnected from the decisions shaping the community they call home.