Election Day in Pickering is Monday, October 26. Every candidate was invited to submit a closing message. Messages appear as submitted, with light edits for length and clarity only. Candidates who did not respond are not shown.
Mayor
Shaun Rickard
Hello Pickering,
I’m Shaun Rickard, running for Mayor. Thank you to everyone who reached out, asked tough questions and shared their concerns with me during this campaign.
If elected, my top three priorities are:
a) A 0% freeze on the City’s portion of your property tax, and a forensic audit of City spending
b) Protecting Frenchman’s Bay, our waterfront and green spaces
c) Responsible, ethical development, where growth pays for growth and infrastructure comes first
I’m asking for your vote by Monday, October 26. Thank you for taking part in this election. You can review my full, comprehensive platform here: https://shaunrickardformayor.ca/platform
Shaun Rickard
www.ShaunRickardForMayor.ca
City Councillor, Ward 1
Zubahir Mohamed
My name is Mohammad Zubahir, and I’m running for Pickering City Councillor in Ward 1.
In these final days of the campaign, I want to sincerely thank everyone who welcomed me at their door, took the time to speak with me, and shared their concerns, ideas, and hopes for our community. Your voices matter, and I am grateful for every conversation.
If elected, my top three priorities are:
a) Keeping Property Taxes Affordable: Respecting your hard-earned money and ensuring fair, responsible spending.
b) Creating More Job Opportunities and Affordable Housing: Supporting local businesses, helping young people succeed, and making housing more attainable for families and seniors.
c) Safer Neighbourhoods and Better Roads: Improving community safety, addressing traffic congestion, and making our neighbourhoods better places to live.
I am committed to listening to residents, promoting open and accountable government, and working toward a stronger Pickering for everyone.
I respectfully ask for your support and your vote on Monday, October 26.
Thank you for welcoming me, sharing your concerns, and participating in our local democracy. It would be an honour to serve you as your Ward 1 City Councillor.
Mohammad Zubahir
Pickering Ward 1 City Councillor Candidate
Michael Samlalsingh
Hello Pickering,
It’s been an honour meeting so many of you at the doors and in the community. I want to thank everyone who welcomed me at the door and shared their concerns.
If elected City Councillor Ward 1 my top three priorities are:
a) Diversify our tax base
b) Sound Financial Management
c) Community Safety
If you believe that a Finance Executive with the qualifications I have will serve you well then I’d appreciate your support on Monday October 26. Thank you for taking part in this election.
Michael Samlalsingh MBA, CPA
www.michael4pickering.ca
Michael on YouTube
More about me: I am a Pickering resident of 39 years, a Pickering High School graduate, and a finance executive with more than 25 years of experience in banking and financial services. As a CPA and MBA, I led financial planning and management for technology and operations, including overseeing budgets exceeding $500 million. I am committed to bringing financial accountability, responsible growth, and practical, community-focused leadership to Pickering City Council in Ward 1.
City Councillor, Ward 2
John Meloche
My name is John Meloche. I’m a husband, a father, a business owner, and a proud Pickering resident since 2010.
For 17 years, I’ve built and led a successful business. I understand budgets, accountability, technology, leadership, and what it takes to make difficult decisions.
I’m not running because I need a job. I’m running because I genuinely care about the future of our city, our families, and the opportunities we’re leaving for our children.
My priorities are clear:
Fiscal Responsibility — Respect taxpayers, challenge unnecessary spending, and demand accountability for every dollar.
Infrastructure — Maintain and rebuild our roads, parks, and community facilities before neglect becomes more expensive.
Local Jobs & Economic Growth — Attract investment, protect employment lands, and create real career opportunities.
Safer Neighbourhoods — Address crime, public safety, and the issues affecting our quality of life.
Transparency & Community Engagement — Make City Hall more accessible, accountable, and responsive to residents.
I’ve also pledged to donate my entire net base council salary during my first year to eligible local charities and non-profit organizations.
I’ve knocked on thousands of doors, listened to residents, and earned support through hard work, not political alliances.
I’m independent. I’m accountable to you. And I’m ready to get to work.
This election is about more than the next four years. It’s about the kind of Pickering our children will inherit.
On October 26, I’m asking you to vote for change. Vote for accountability. Vote John Meloche for Ward 2!
Vote online now: https://intvoting.pickering.ca/
Visit https://meloche4pickering.ca or view my campaign video.
Let’s build a better Pickering. Together.
John Meloche
