Adil Khalqi

Adil Khalqi currently holds this seat as Town Councillor for Ward 3, and is seeking re-election.

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For each theme: what the candidate answered, what their own website says, and what the council record shows if they have sat on Council. The three are set beside each other and left there. Nothing is scored, and no conclusion is drawn on the reader's behalf.

Where their own site speaks to one of these questions the sentence is quoted under that question. Everything else it says is set out in From their site.

Do you support the Official Plan as adopted? If not, what specifically would you seek to change?

Yes. I support the new Official Plan as adopted by Council. It gives Milton a long-term framework to 2051 and, importantly, recognizes that growth needs to be accompanied by infrastructure, transportation, parks, recreation and other community services. My focus will be on implementation. A plan is only as good as its execution. I want to ensure that infrastructure and services keep pace with development and that new communities are complete, connected and livable.

Their website does not address this question. Most campaign sites do not address most specific questions. What it does say →

Where in your ward do you believe higher density belongs — and where doesn't it?

Higher density belongs where it makes planning and transportation sense: around Milton GO, major transit corridors, key intersections and planned community hubs where residents can access services, transit, parks and amenities. I don't believe every neighbourhood should be treated the same. Established low-rise residential areas should maintain their character, while appropriate transitions should be required where higher-density development meets existing neighbourhoods.

On the same question, their website says: “Support transit-oriented development, a mixed range of housing types, and amenity space.” — their site. Everything it says, by theme →

When a development application conflicts with community opposition but complies with the Official Plan, how do you decide?

I listen carefully to residents, but Council also has to follow the law and make decisions based on planning principles and evidence. If a proposal complies with the Official Plan, I would look at whether it meets zoning, transportation, servicing, environmental, safety and other applicable requirements. Where concerns can be addressed through revisions or conditions, I would advocate for those changes. Being a councillor means representing residents while also making responsible decisions for the entire community. I would put the voice of Ward 3 residents first at every opportunity.

Their website does not address this question. Most campaign sites do not address most specific questions. What it does say →

Milton is hitting its housing targets. Is that the right target, too low, or too fast?

Building housing is important, but the number of homes alone cannot be the measure of success. Milton has been exceeding its provincial housing targets. The bigger question is whether we are building the right mix of housing and whether roads, transit, schools, parks, recreation, emergency services and other infrastructure are keeping pace. I support continued housing growth, but I want growth to be planned and serviced properly. We should not sacrifice livability simply to meet a numerical target.

Their website does not address this question. Most campaign sites do not address most specific questions. What it does say →

What is one concrete action council can take to improve attainability for first-time buyers and renters, not just supply volume?

I would focus on creating the conditions required to support the supply of genuinely attainable housing, including purpose-built rental and affordable housing, while using municipal planning tools to reduce unnecessary barriers and delays. One of Milton's first purpose-built rental buildings, for example, is currently being built in Ward 3 near Metro. Through advocacy work, and lots of work with the local developer, 46 of the rental units within that project will be deeply affordable. The Town should also continue working with Halton Region, non-profit housing providers and senior governments to make use of available public land and funding opportunities. Housing affordability is not solved by simply building more expensive homes. I also want to note that the Town of Milton does not build housing, but we can create the conditions for affordable housing and establish appropriate incentives.

On the same question, their website says: “Support transit-oriented development, a mixed range of housing types, and amenity space.” — their site. Everything it says, by theme →

Should Milton use tools like inclusionary zoning, pre-zoning around transit, or reduced parking minimums? Which, and where?

Ontario allows for us to incorporate provisions of inclusionary zoning, but only in select areas. I support greater density and more flexible parking requirements around Milton GO and other areas that will have strong transit access. Unless we have transit appropriately in place, I do not support reduced parking minimums. In fact, I have personally opposed reductions to parking minimums. Traffic congestion in our Town is a challenge, as is parking. We should not be creating opportunity for gridlock and should ensure the parking needs for our community make sense. I also support exploring inclusionary zoning or similar tools where legally permitted and financially viable, particularly around major transit areas, provided it is designed carefully so that it actually produces affordable housing rather than discouraging development altogether.

On the same question, their website says: “Support transit-oriented development, a mixed range of housing types, and amenity space.” — their site. Everything it says, by theme →

What, specifically, can a Milton council member do to advance all-day two-way GO service beyond passing motions?

A councillor cannot deliver GO service independently because GO Transit is a provincial responsibility. But we can do much more than pass motions.

I would continue direct advocacy with the provincial government and Metrolinx, work with our Mayor, Regional Council and neighbouring municipalities, build relationships with provincial decision-makers, and make Milton's case collectively rather than individually. We also need to keep demonstrating that Milton is ready for the service through ridership growth, local transit connections and transit-supportive development.

All-day, two-way GO is critical to Milton's future, and it is something that the Town of Milton is already supportive of too.

Their website does not address this question. Most campaign sites do not address most specific questions. What it does say →

Would you support increasing Milton Transit's budget and service hours, and how would you pay for it?

Yes, where increased service is supported by ridership demand and responsible financial planning. Milton has already expanded Sunday and weekday service, and service is being expanded into growing communities. I support continuing to grow transit as Milton grows. I also supported adding additional buses to our fleet. Transit investments by this term of Council has resulted in ridership increasing by over 1,000,000 trips on our transit network, which is good to see, and record setting. We have also delivered Canada's first mid-life diesel to fully battery electric bus over this term of Council. We should fund expansion through a combination of property-tax revenue, fares, development-related funding, provincial and federal transit programs and efficiencies wherever possible. Growth should also contribute appropriately to the infrastructure required to serve that growth.

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What is the single worst traffic pinch point in your ward, and what is your fix?

The Louis St. Laurent Avenue and Kennedy Circle area has been a significant concern, particularly around the schools and the roundabout. We have seen collisions and some near misses involving students, and I have personally worked with residents, the Town and school officials on safety concerns. My approach is not to pretend there is one magic solution. We need a combination of engineering, lighting, signage, pedestrian infrastructure, enforcement and traffic-calming measures, followed by monitoring to see whether those interventions are working. I have already pushed for stronger traffic-safety measures in Ward 3, including at this location and I will continue doing so.

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Growth-related revenue is shrinking. Rank your preference: higher property taxes, more debt, deferred projects, or reduced service levels — and defend it.

My preference is not to automatically choose any one of those four.

First, we should protect essential services and eliminate unnecessary spending. Second, we should maximize development charges, grants, reserves and other non-tax sources. Third, debt should be used responsibly for long-lived infrastructure where appropriate. I would prefer a reasonable and low property-tax increase over allowing essential infrastructure to deteriorate or cutting services residents depend on. However, every tax increase should come with a clear explanation of what residents are receiving for it. Milton does not have a spending problem, we have a revenue problem and I will always engage in advocacy to create new funding streams, rather then simply relying on property tax increases, which over the long-term is not sustainable.

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What tax increase range do you consider acceptable for 2027, and what would justify exceeding it?

I don't think it is responsible to pick a percentage before seeing the actual 2027 budget pressures. My priority is keeping the increase (if any) as low as responsibly possible while maintaining essential services and investing in infrastructure. If Council proposes exceeding that level, I would expect a clear justification: essential service pressures, critical infrastructure needs, emergency requirements or investments that cannot responsibly be deferred. Residents deserve both affordability and quality municipal services.

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Name one Town expenditure you would cut, or one you would add.

I would add targeted investments in traffic safety and pedestrian infrastructure. I have already advocated for measures such as neighbourhood traffic calming, raised crosswalks and improved street lighting. In a rapidly growing community, relatively modest investments in safety can have a significant impact. At the same time, I will continue looking for efficiencies and opportunities to reduce costs without reducing essential services.

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Healthcare and schools are not municipal responsibilities, but residents feel the gaps locally. What is your advocacy plan, and how will residents measure whether it worked?

Milton's population has grown tremendously, and our healthcare and education infrastructure needs to reflect that reality. My role is to work directly and indirectly with our Regional Councillors, Mayor, school trustees and provincial representatives to advocate collectively for the facilities and services Milton needs. Residents should measure success through tangible outcomes: additional healthcare capacity, school capacity that keeps pace with growth, reduced reliance on temporary solutions and clear timelines from the responsible governments. I will continue raising these issues with senior governments rather than simply passing resolutions and moving on.

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What is your position on the Milton Education Village's priorities and timeline?

I strongly support the Milton Education Village. The MEV represents an opportunity to bring post-secondary education, research, innovation, recreation, active transportation and economic development together in Milton. Laurier and Conestoga have already established a presence here, and the long-term campus development should continue. The priority now should be moving from vision to delivery while ensuring transportation, infrastructure and community amenities keep pace. This is one of the most important long-term investments in Milton's future.

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What recreation or community facility gap would you prioritise next, and where?

I would prioritize recreation and community infrastructure in areas experiencing the fastest growth, which includes Ward 3, while ensuring existing facilities are maintained properly. I also believe we need to think beyond simply building large facilities. Smaller community spaces, parks, outdoor amenities, libraries and gathering places are essential to creating complete communities. We should also broker partnerships with the private sector and the school boards wherever possible to deliver more opportunity for residents.

On the same question, their website says: “Deliver new parks, more recreation space, and amenities to keep pace with growth.” — their site. Everything it says, by theme →

How should council balance aggregate and quarry operations against groundwater and community concerns?

This needs to be based on science, environmental protection and meaningful community consultation. Aggregate is an important provincial resource, but that does not mean every proposal should automatically proceed. Groundwater, agricultural land, natural heritage, traffic, noise, dust and the cumulative impact on surrounding communities must be properly assessed. Where the Town has jurisdiction, I will advocate for strong evidence, monitoring and mitigation. Where the Province has jurisdiction, Milton should still make its concerns clearly and forcefully known.

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What is your commitment to rural Milton on roads, internet, and service equity?

Rural residents should not feel like second-class residents because of where they live. I support continued investment in rural road maintenance, drainage, safety improvements and connectivity, while advocating with senior governments and telecommunications providers for reliable high-speed internet. Service equity doesn't necessarily mean identical services everywhere; it means residents should have reasonable access to the infrastructure and services necessary to live, work and participate in the community.

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Should Milton's urban boundary expand further within this term? Under what conditions?

I would not support expanding the urban boundary simply to accommodate growth.

Any future expansion should only be considered when it is necessary, properly planned, financially sustainable and supported by the infrastructure required to create a complete community. That includes transportation, water and wastewater, schools, parks, recreation, emergency services and environmental protections. We should first make responsible use of the lands already identified for urban growth.

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Would you use, or support the use of, strong mayor powers? Under what circumstances?

I do not support the use of strong mayor powers. If they are used, they should be used cautiously and only when there is a clear public-interest reason. I believe Council works best when decisions are made collaboratively. A strong mayor should not mean a weak Council or reduced public accountability.

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What is one specific change you would make to how council engages residents between elections?

I would strengthen ongoing, ward-level engagement rather than relying primarily on formal public meetings. I will continue being accessible to residents, send out my monthly newsletter and be communicative with the public on all public communication platforms. I will always respond back to residents in a prompt and timely manner, as I always have.

I would like to see more regular resident engagement sessions, including opportunities for residents to raise issues before they become formal Council matters. Digital engagement can also make participation easier for people who cannot attend evening meetings. Most importantly, engagement should include follow-up. Residents should know what happened with the concern they raised, even when the answer is not the one they hoped for.

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What does Milton need more right now — continuity or change — and why are you the answer?

Milton needs continuity in our long-term vision, but change where we can do better. We should continue investing in infrastructure, transit, recreation, parks and responsible growth. But we also need to keep improving how quickly we respond to residents, how we manage development and how we deliver municipal services. I believe I am the right choice because I bring both experience and energy. I am a Police Officer and a Councillor. I have been an avid volunteer since I was 10 years old, and have amassed thousands of volunteer hours in various areas. I am also the youngest member of Milton Council, and was first elected at the age of 22. I understand the importance of investing in youth and building a community that understands the future needs of families and their children. Since being elected, I have worked on practical issues including road safety, infrastructure, recreation affordability, winter services and growth management. I listen to residents, bring their concerns forward and work with staff and Council to find solutions. I am not running to simply maintain the status quo. I am running to build on what is working and fix what is not.

On the same question, their website says: “Now seeking re-election in 2026, Adil remains committed to delivering results, strengthening the community, and ensuring residents' voices are heard.” — their site. Everything it says, by theme →

What is the first motion you would bring forward?

I will have more to share if I am re-elected.

Their website does not address this question. Most campaign sites do not address most specific questions. What it does say →

Name a vote from the 2022–2026 term you disagreed with, and what you would have done instead.

No answer to this question.

Would you support large-scale data centres being developed in our municipality, and what would make you support or oppose a specific project?

No answer to this question.

How would you weigh the economic benefits of a data centre against its use of land, electricity, water, and other municipal infrastructure?

No answer to this question.

Should the municipality actively pursue data-centre investment, or only consider proposals as they come forward?

No answer to this question.

What the record shows

No motion moved or recorded vote cast on this theme. Only substantive motions and votes recorded by name are counted, and most council votes are not recorded by name under the Municipal Act.

Accounts linked from the candidate's own website or filed with the Clerk. Nothing here was found by searching for their name: guessing at an account and attaching it to a real person is a mistake worth avoiding entirely. These are links out, not content read or quoted here.

• Facebook — https://facebook.com/VoteKhalqi
• Facebook — https://facebook.com/tr
• Instagram — https://instagram.com/adilkhalqi
• TikTok — https://tiktok.com/@adil.khalqi
• X — https://x.com/AdilKhalqi
• YouTube — https://youtube.com/@adil.khalqi

What they said in answer to the questions themselves is under Where they stand, question by question.

Captured 2026-10-07 from https://www.votekhalqi.ca/. These are the candidate's own words on their own site, not a summary written here. Campaign sites change; this is what it said on that date.

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This is not an answer to the questionnaire. The one-line description of each theme is written by RecordAI from the candidate’s own site; the quotation beneath it is theirs, verbatim, and is checked against the page it is attributed to before it appears. It is what their own website says on each theme, with the sentence it came from. A candidate writing that they care about traffic has not thereby said whether they would raise the transit budget, so nothing here is treated as a position on a question they were not asked. Every quotation was checked against the page it is attributed to.

The candidate aims to balance taxation with affordability and oppose unreasonable increases to municipal user fees. They also plan to work with provincial representatives to secure more grants and funding. [RecordAI]

In their words: “Balance taxation with affordability and residents' expectation for public services. Work alongside our local MPs and MPP to fight for more grants and funding.” — their site, captured 2026-10-07

The candidate emphasizes leading with integrity, passion, and accountability while ensuring community voices are central to decision-making. They describe local government as needing to be responsive, responsible, and ready for the future. [RecordAI]

In their words: “Adil will continue leading with integrity, passion, and accountability, while ensuring that all community voices remain central to his decision-making.” — their site, captured 2026-10-07

The candidate supports transit-oriented development, mixed housing types, and attracting businesses to create jobs. They also advocate for adequate parking and synchronized traffic lights to manage congestion. [RecordAI]

In their words: “Support transit-oriented development, a mixed range of housing types, and amenity space. Attract businesses, create jobs, and advocate for residents on new development.” — their site, captured 2026-10-07

The site mentions supporting a mixed range of housing types as part of planned community growth. A resident testimonial also references building affordable housing. [RecordAI]

In their words: “Support transit-oriented development, a mixed range of housing types, and amenity space.” — their site, captured 2026-10-07

The candidate proposes improving day-to-day services, including outdoor maintenance, fire services, and winter response. They also intend to expand digital tools to simplify processes for residents. [RecordAI]

In their words: “Improve day-to-day services, outdoor maintenance, fire services and winter response. Keep our infrastructure in good repair and provide timely solutions to problems.” — their site, captured 2026-10-07

The candidate prioritizes safer roads by increasing pedestrian crossovers, traffic calming, and flashing beacons. They also propose synchronizing traffic lights and reducing congestion. [RecordAI]

In their words: “Increase pedestrian crossovers, traffic calming, and flashing beacons. Strengthen protections around schools with signage, safer crossings, and enforcement.” — their site, captured 2026-10-07

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None of this changes anything else on this page. A reporter’s summary is their compression of what was said, not the member’s own words, so nothing here is recorded as a position or compared against one. Where they are quoted directly, those words are theirs — and they are shown here rather than folded into a stance they did not write.

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