Our Priorities

Housing solutions that protect renters, respect homeowners and make room for working families, seniors, newcomers and young people to stay in Scarborough Southwest.

• Protect tenants from renovictions and displacement through stronger bylaws and enforcement
• Support affordable and non‑profit housing developments in every neighbourhood
• Push for RentSafeTO enforcement and tenant support programs in Ward 20
• Promote responsible development that respects neighbourhood character while adding density
• Treat universal childcare as an essential affordability tool for families

After years of Eglinton Crosstown disruption, Ward 20 deserves transit accountability, reliable service, stronger bus connections and safer streets.

• Improve TTC bus frequency and reliability, especially on arterial routes serving Ward 20
• Push for transparency and accountability on Eglinton corridor construction and delays
• Expand Vision Zero pedestrian safety upgrades across busy intersections and school zones
• Improve accessibility for seniors and residents with disabilities through better sidewalks, ramps and elevators
• Advocate for expanded Wheel‑Trans service and fully accessible stations

Opportunity should not depend on your postal code. Sharmina will champion investments that open doors for everyone.

• Create Ward‑specific employment services and job fairs connecting residents with employers
• Develop newcomer employment pathways and credential recognition programs
• Support youth mentorship, vocational training and apprenticeship programs
• Increase access to skilled trades through partnerships with unions and training centres
• Encourage collaboration between local businesses, nonprofits and grassroots organizations

Strong communities are built through services, connection, libraries, youth programs, cultural spaces, childcare, crisis support and equal access to city investment.

• Transform libraries into active community hubs offering programs for all ages
• Offer multilingual city services and one‑stop Community Resource Hubs
• Invest in cultural centres that reflect Ward 20’s incredible diversity
• Implement 24/7 community‑centred crisis response and mental health support
• Close the Scarborough‑downtown service gap by ensuring fair budget allocations