Meet Mohamed
Biography, experience, credentials, values, and a leadership approach rooted in service.
Meet MohamedMohamed Askalany for Kitchener Ward 9
Diplomatic governance. Fiscal precision. Unyielding advocacy.
I am Mohamed Askalany, and I present my candidacy for City Councillor in Ward 9—the economic, cultural, and administrative heart of Kitchener.
Election DayMonday, October 26, 2026
A message to Ward 9
Leadership built for a changing city.
You deserve a candidate who is brilliant, vibrant, and strategic—someone who grounds every decision in reality, facts, and fiscal responsibility, while remaining agile enough to adapt to constantly evolving political and economic landscapes.
You deserve an artist and bridge-builder: a leader capable of connecting our seniors, youth, working parents, and folks from all walks of life with local business owners, non-profit organizations helping vulnerable community members, city staff, all three orders of government, and our shared natural environment.
Respect, honesty, dignity, energy, a growth mindset, humility, peace-making, humor, and hope are not just words—they are the foundational attributes I bring to serve as your elected Councillor for Ward 9.
Read Mohamed’s storyExplore the campaign
Everything you need, one clear path at a time.
The homepage gives you the campaign overview. Each page goes deeper into Mohamed’s background, plan, Ward 9, voting, and ways to take part.
Priorities
Nine strategic pillars and a detailed 99-point action plan for Ward 9 and Kitchener.
See the planWard 9
Local context, jurisdiction clarity, and official tools to understand your ward.
Explore Ward 9Vote
Election date, eligibility, advance voting, Ward 9 locations, and official City links.
Make a planGet involved
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Start a conversationMy 9 strategic pillars
A disciplined plan for Ward 9.
Driven by a commitment to fiscal accountability, strong public services, and vibrant neighborhoods, my work for Ward 9 is guided by nine foundational pillars.
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Ward 9 Infrastructure Investment & Budget Oversight
02City Administration Alignment & Service Standards
03Fiscal Resilience & Community Risk Management
04Constituent Advocacy & Citizen Engagement
05Local Economic Growth & Commercial Vitality
06Intergovernmental Diplomacy & Regional Partnerships
07Sustainable Land Use & Environmental Planning
08Public Safety & Community Wellbeing
09Transit, Mobility & Public Works Operations
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Our community, our inspiration
Drawing strength from every generation.
My platform and approach to governance are drawn directly from the strength of our community.
From the wisdom and generosity of seniors to the energy of ambitious youth, from working families and business owners to children, Indigenous stewardship, life’s companions, and every neighbour seeking a safe landing—this campaign is about building a city where everyone belongs.
Explore the values behind the campaignConnected by community
People at the heart of our campaign.
Neighbours, friends, and shared moments. These connections inspire Mohamed’s commitment to a stronger, more welcoming Ward 9.
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Every conversation matters. Every neighbour belongs.