On February 9 council agenda there is a staff report reviewing administrative policy for the upcoming elections in 2026. As reviewed no changes in the various current policies are being recommended with the exception of adopting a bylaw which will permit the use of additional languages in election communications. Ultimately how this is actually executed will be at the discretion of the Clerk guided by Stats Canada data on language used in King.  For more information see the report.    I am very supportive as it is a means of enhancing accessibility and voter engagement. As indicated this flexibility of additional languages is limited to the non prescribed materials i.e. the election communications.

As always deputations can be made. To do so please register at clerks@king.ca by noon on February 9 or If you prefer you can e-mail your comments to clerks@king.ca and they will be distributed to Council members and appropriate staff.