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Olivia Chow Elected Toronto Mayor Again

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In Hamilton, Mayor Andrea Horwath, a former Ontario NDP leader, faces a battle against a field of candidates that includes local business advocate Keanin Loomis, whom she beat only narrowly in 2022, and councillor Rob Cooper.

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In that election, Chow pulled 37 per cent of the vote, while Bradford came away with one per cent.

3 of 6 outletsfirst reported 26 Octwording from CBC

Olivia Chow managed to buck the trend on Monday evening, beating back a serious challenge from an energetic city councillor, Brad Bradford, and winning a second term as mayor of Toronto.

3 of 6 outletsfirst reported 27 Octwording from The Globe and Mail

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The Globe and Mail27 Oct

Olivia Chow has won re-election as Toronto’s mayor, defeating city councillor Brad Bradford in a campaign focused on issues of affordability, crime, and the future direction of the city. The article highlights how Chow's victory is partly due to her political alliance with Ontario Premier Doug Ford, which helped her weather Bradford's criticisms during the race.

Morning Update: Toronto gives Chow another term →8 articles from The Globe and Mail on this story
National Post27 Oct

Keanin Loomis won the Hamilton mayoral election on Monday night with nearly 42% of the vote, defeating incumbent councillor Andy Spectar Cooper and former Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath. Born in Oswego, New York, Loomis moved to Canada at age 12, later returning to Hamilton after a career in Washington D.C., where he worked as a lawyer before becoming involved in economic development initiatives in Hamilton. His…

Who is Keanin Loomis, Hamilton’s new American-born mayor? →5 articles from National Post on this story
CBC27 Oct

Olivia Chow has been re-elected as Toronto’s mayor, defeating her main challenger Brad Bradford in a hard-fought race. The victory was celebrated at Chow’s campaign headquarters on Queen Street W., where she thanked voters and acknowledged Bradford's contributions to the city. This marks Chow’s second mayoral win following the 2023 byelection; she is also Toronto’s first racialized mayor and its third female mayor…

Toronto re-elects Olivia Chow as mayor, beating out challenger Brad Bradford →4 articles from CBC on this story
Global News27 Oct

Several incumbent mayors in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) lost their bids for re-election during recent voting. Andrea Horwath, who became mayor of Hamilton in 2022 after losing her provincial leadership role, placed third at 14% with Keanin Loomis winning at 41%. Canada’s longest-serving mayor Gord Krantz from Milton also lost to Coun. George Minakakis. In Mississauga, rookie councillor Alvin Tedjo…

Horwath among incumbents ousted across Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area →
The Guardian27 Oct

Olivia Chow won re-election as Toronto's mayor for a second term, securing 54% of the vote compared to her rival Brad Bradford's 41%. The election saw record turnout, with Chow’s victory reflecting voter support for progressive policies like affordable housing and reduced transit fares. Her decisive win contrasts with pre-election polls predicting a closer race, signaling that residents prioritize addressing the…

Olivia Chow elected as Toronto mayor for second term in victory for progressives →
Toronto Star28 Oct

Olivia Chow won re-election as Toronto's mayor despite initial polls suggesting her rival Brad Bradford had momentum. The article argues that Chow's victory was due to a strong ground game, which mobilized voters effectively, rather than just incumbency or progressive support. She received 532,000 votes, the highest tally for any mayoral candidate in previous elections. However, it notes that while Bradford secured…

Chow's secret weapon wasn't progressivism. It was moderation and a formidable ground game →

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  1. 25 Oct

    In Hamilton, Mayor Andrea Horwath, a former Ontario NDP leader, faces a battle against a field of candidates that includes local business advocate Keanin Loomis, whom she beat only narrowly in 2022, and councillor Rob Cooper.

    4 outlets · The Globe and Mail
  2. 26 Oct

    In that election, Chow pulled 37 per cent of the vote, while Bradford came away with one per cent.

    3 outlets · CBC
  3. 27 Oct

    Olivia Chow managed to buck the trend on Monday evening, beating back a serious challenge from an energetic city councillor, Brad Bradford, and winning a second term as mayor of Toronto.

    3 outlets · The Globe and Mail

Coverage 20 articles

  • 28 Oct Chow's secret weapon wasn't progressivism. It was moderation and a formidable ground gameOlivia Chow won re-election as Toronto's mayor despite initial polls suggesting her rival Brad Bradford had momentum. The article argues that Chow's victory was due to a strong ground game, which mobilized voters effectively, rather than just incumbency or progressive support. She received 532,000 votes, the highest tally for any mayoral candidate in previous elections. However, it notes that while Bradford secured…Toronto Star
  • 27 Oct Olivia Chow elected as Toronto mayor for second term in victory for progressivesOlivia Chow won re-election as Toronto's mayor for a second term, securing 54% of the vote compared to her rival Brad Bradford's 41%. The election saw record turnout, with Chow’s victory reflecting voter support for progressive policies like affordable housing and reduced transit fares. Her decisive win contrasts with pre-election polls predicting a closer race, signaling that residents prioritize addressing the…The Guardian
  • 27 Oct Morning Update: Toronto gives Chow another termOlivia Chow has won re-election as Toronto’s mayor, defeating city councillor Brad Bradford in a campaign focused on issues of affordability, crime, and the future direction of the city. The article highlights how Chow's victory is partly due to her political alliance with Ontario Premier Doug Ford, which helped her weather Bradford's criticisms during the race.The Globe and Mail
  • 27 Oct While Olivia Chow clinched victory in Toronto, Brad Bradford earned a respectable lossOlivia Chow won re-election as mayor of Toronto on Monday night, defeating city councillor Brad Bradford by a margin of 13 percentage points. While previous incumbent mayors have typically secured much larger victories, Chow's win still solidified her position. Throughout the campaign, despite early polls showing a strong lead, Chow faced growing challenges from Bradford’s platform addressing issues like traffic…The Globe and Mail
  • 27 Oct Who is Keanin Loomis, Hamilton’s new American-born mayor?Keanin Loomis won the Hamilton mayoral election on Monday night with nearly 42% of the vote, defeating incumbent councillor Andy Spectar Cooper and former Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath. Born in Oswego, New York, Loomis moved to Canada at age 12, later returning to Hamilton after a career in Washington D.C., where he worked as a lawyer before becoming involved in economic development initiatives in Hamilton. His…National Post
  • 27 Oct Chow turns to new Ontario deal after fending off Bradford in mayoral electionOlivia Chow won re-election as mayor of Toronto, defeating challenger Brad Bradford. She promised to maintain property taxes at or around the rate of inflation while advocating for a new provincial budget deal that could provide up to $1.1 billion in funding to address an upcoming shortfall. Premier Doug Ford extended congratulations and expressed willingness to work with Chow on economic issues despite their…The Globe and Mail
  • 27 Oct Results from mayoral races in major Ontario citiesMonday's municipal elections in Ontario saw several mayoral races conclude with unexpected outcomes and incumbents facing new challenges. In Mississauga, Alvin Tedjo defeated the incumbent Carolyn Parrish and former mayor Bonnie Crombie to win the top job. Tedjo campaigned on freezing property taxes for two years. Meanwhile, Hamilton elected Keanin Loomis as its new mayor over incumbent Andrea Horwath, with layoffs…The Globe and Mail
  • 27 Oct Anthony Furey: Think Toronto is bad now? Wait till Chow’s new left-wing council takes overAnthony Furey discusses the outcome of Toronto's municipal election, where Olivia Chow won by a significant margin, receiving more votes than any politician in Canadian history with 532,201 votes compared to her challenger Brad Bradford’s 404,013. The article highlights that this victory has resulted in a left-leaning city council without centrist or center-right checks on its policies, potentially leading to…National Post
  • 27 Oct Toronto re-elects Olivia Chow as mayor, beating out challenger Brad BradfordOlivia Chow has been re-elected as Toronto’s mayor, defeating her main challenger Brad Bradford in a hard-fought race. The victory was celebrated at Chow’s campaign headquarters on Queen Street W., where she thanked voters and acknowledged Bradford's contributions to the city. This marks Chow’s second mayoral win following the 2023 byelection; she is also Toronto’s first racialized mayor and its third female mayor…CBC
  • 27 Oct Five takeaways from Ontario’s municipal electionsOlivia Chow secured re-election as Toronto’s mayor, defeating her main challenger Brad Bradford with 54% of the vote compared to Bradford's 41%. Key ward races saw victories for Mike Layton and Diana Chan McNally, while progressive candidate Curran Stikuts unseated Chris Moise in a downtown ward. Long-serving councillor Frances Nunziata lost to Chiara Padovani, marking a shift in representation. Nate Erskine-Smith…The Globe and Mail
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  • 27 Oct Scott Stinson: Olivia Chow cruised to a mayoral victory by promising not to break stuff — or fix itOlivia Chow won re-election as Toronto's mayor with 54% of the vote on election night, comfortably ahead of her main challenger Brad Bradford. Chow’s campaign focused on maintaining the status quo rather than introducing significant changes like freezing property taxes or implementing a public water utility. Despite facing concerns about affordability and other issues, she promised modest improvements and…National Post
  • 27 Oct Horwath among incumbents ousted across Greater Toronto and Hamilton AreaSeveral incumbent mayors in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) lost their bids for re-election during recent voting. Andrea Horwath, who became mayor of Hamilton in 2022 after losing her provincial leadership role, placed third at 14% with Keanin Loomis winning at 41%. Canada’s longest-serving mayor Gord Krantz from Milton also lost to Coun. George Minakakis. In Mississauga, rookie councillor Alvin Tedjo…Global News
  • 27 Oct Olivia Chow’s mayoral win was not a vote for Toronto’s status quoOlivia Chow secured a second term as mayor of Toronto, defeating challenger Brad Bradford in a close race. The article highlights Chow’s long political career and her achievements during her first mayoral term, such as creating a school snack program and negotiating a cost-sharing deal with the provincial government worth billions to the city. However, it argues that voters are seeking change rather than endorsing…The Globe and Mail
  • 27 Oct Toronto awaits results after polls close in municipal electionToronto voters waited anxiously for election results after polls closed late into the evening following a closely contested mayoral race between incumbent Olivia Chow and challenger Brad Bradford. Long lines at polling stations caused delays; official results were expected around 9 p.m., but Toronto numbers remained unavailable even 45 minutes later, causing unease among supporters of both candidates. The campaign…The Globe and Mail
  • 26 Oct Hamilton and Niagara regions head to the polls to choose next municipal governmentsVoters in Hamilton and Niagara regions are participating in municipal elections to choose their next local governments. In Hamilton, there are 13 mayoral candidates including incumbent Andrea Horwath and Keanin Loomis, with four councillor seats also up for grabs. Meanwhile, in Niagara, voters will elect new mayors for Welland, Thorold, Lincoln, and Niagara-on-the-Lake as several incumbents did not run for…CBC
  • 26 Oct Battle for Toronto mayor could be one of the tightest as Ontario holds municipal electionsToronto held its municipal election on Monday with incumbent mayor Olivia Chow facing off against challenger Brad Bradford in what is considered one of the closest races in recent history. The contest pits Chow, known for her progressive stance and background as an NDP MP and city councillor, against Bradford, who emphasizes issues like crime, traffic congestion, and living costs. This closely watched election could…National Post
  • 26 Oct Voters cast ballots across GTA with polls set to close at 8 p.m.Voters are casting ballots across the Greater Toronto Area with polls scheduled to close at 8 p.m., although some locations are extending hours due to earlier delays. The mayoral race in Toronto is tight between incumbent Olivia Chow and Coun. Brad Bradford, who differ on transit priorities: Chow focuses on affordability while Bradford emphasizes safety measures like increased policing and platform edge doors.CBC
  • 26 Oct Toronto’s mayoral campaign is ending in a tight race. Here's how it got so closeToronto's mayoral race between Olivia Chow and Brad Bradford is tightening ahead of Monday’s vote. Both candidates previously ran in 2023, with Chow winning that byelection following John Tory’s resignation. This time around, early campaigning by Bradford helped establish him as a strong contender against the incumbent mayor. The race has largely focused on issues like public safety and affordability, despite…CBC
  • 25 Oct Olivia Chow, Brad Bradford battle to the wire in Toronto’s mayoral electionToronto's mayoral election concludes on Monday between incumbent Mayor Olivia Chow and challenger Brad Bradford, with recent polls indicating a close race. If Bradford wins, Chow would become the first sitting mayor to lose since Toronto’s amalgamation in 1998. The outcome hinges on voter turnout, particularly in downtown areas where support for Chow is stronger. Pollster David Valentin suggests that Bradford's…The Globe and Mail
  • 23 Oct NP View: Brad Bradford offers relief for crime-ridden, high-cost TorontoNP View argues for electing Brad Bradford as Toronto's new mayor to address issues like traffic congestion and high housing costs. According to TomTom’s report, Torontonians spent 100 hours in traffic last year, up from the previous year. Mayor Olivia Chow is criticized for supporting bike lanes and opposing measures to reduce traffic congestion. Bradford proposes a seven-point plan to improve traffic flow and…National Post

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