Candidate diversity is at an all time low- with just your signature, allow a candidate from an underrepresented background to have a chance at the decision-making table for Toronto

Take a minute and change who gets to run with just one signature ✒️

FAQs

Does signing mean I have to vote for the candidate?

No, it simply allows the candidate to be eligible to run

Will my name and signature be public? It is an endorsement?

Your information is used by the city clerk to verify that the candidate is eligible to run. It is not a public declaration of endorsement

What difference does it make if I sign?

Just a small signature can have a huge impact in the community in increasing representation long term. With your signature alone a candidate who might not otherwise have had the resources to run will be eligible to put their name down and represent their community. This representation dominoes to increase the spotlight on issues faced by those communities, and inspires other younger people from that community to aspire to follow the same path to better their community in the long term

What candidates do you support?

Your signature will support candidates who:

  1. are from an underrepresented community

  2. commit to the progress of their community and Toronto residents

  3. do not infringe on the rights or progress of any other community

Can I give my signature to more than one candidate?

Yes, you have no limits. In fact, your first three signatures will each be used to support a candidate for mayor, city council, and school board trustee. You can continue supporting candidates beyond the person who sent you this link

Can I hear about the progress of the candidate my signature supported?

Yes, we will follow up with you to share with you who you made an impact for

Petition Form to allow candidate to run

25 eligible signatures are required to file for each office of Mayor, City Councillor, and School Board Trustee. You must be a) a Canadian citizen, b) 18 years or older, and c) with a Toronto address