Candidate for Mayor · filed May 1, 2026
Sameera Ali currently sits as Regional Councillor for Ward 4, and is seeking a different seat.
That page shows what they have moved, seconded and voted on where positions were recorded, with the coverage stated. It is a record of council business only, not an assessment of the person.
| Office sought | Mayor |
|---|---|
| Filing date | May 1, 2026 |
| Status | On the ballot |
| Campaign site | https://www.sameeraali.ca/ |
| Email filed with the Clerk | [email protected] |
Source: the Town's certified candidate list. Contact details are those the candidate themselves gave the Clerk.
Captured 2026-08-23 from https://www.sameeraali.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.
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.
Invited 2026-08-24. No response received. Every candidate is asked the same questions, and a candidate who does not answer is marked, never omitted.
This is not an answer to the questionnaire. 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 commits to keeping Milton affordable by ensuring responsible spending and protecting essential services without passing unnecessary costs onto residents.
In their words: “Sameera is focused on keeping Milton affordable by ensuring responsible spending, protecting essential services, and making smart decisions that don't pass unnecessary costs onto residents.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
The candidate states that Milton is one of the fastest-growing communities and emphasizes the need for growth to be planned properly with infrastructure and services keeping pace.
In their words: “Milton is one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada, but growth needs to be planned properly. Sameera will push for infrastructure, services, and development that keep pace with the community.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
The text highlights past efforts to expand affordable housing options through specific projects and funding, as well as proposing innovative solutions like repurposing underused spaces.
In their words: “Championed a 46-unit assisted housing project at Kennedy Circle , expanding affordable housing options Secured funding for senior housing developments , including 265 Kerr Street and future projects delivering hundreds of units Proposed innovative solutions like repurposing underused spaces for housing” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
The candidate is quoted calling the CN intermodal project the single biggest environmental concern facing the community and sharing steps taken to stop it.
In their words: “Calling the project "the single biggest environmental concern" the community is facing, Ali said that "all is not lost" as she shared the steps that Halton Region has taken to stop the project in its tracks, with three ongoing legal proceedings.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
The text describes supporting investments in fire services, advancing a community fund for mental health and food services, and advocating for action on food insecurity.
In their words: “Helped advance a $5.2M community fund supporting mental health, food, and crisis services Advocated for action on food insecurity through municipal leadership initiatives Supported investments in fire services and essential infrastructure” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
The candidate mentions that residents rely on the town for roads and transit, focusing on practical improvements to make these systems more reliable.
In their words: “People rely on their town every day, from roads and transit to programs and services. Sameera is focused on practical improvements that make life easier and more reliable.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
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.
No questionnaire answers yet. Until they arrive this shows only their website and, for sitting members, their record.
What they told us
No answer on this theme.
What their website says on this theme
The candidate states that Milton is one of the fastest-growing communities and emphasizes the need for growth to be planned properly with infrastructure and services keeping pace.
In their words: “Milton is one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada, but growth needs to be planned properly. Sameera will push for infrastructure, services, and development that keep pace with the community.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
What the record shows
Moved 032-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT Council Approve Amendment 92 to the Town of Milton Official Plan, attached to the By-law as Appendix I; AND THAT the By-law to adopt the Town of Milton Official Plan amendment, attached as Appendix I to Staff Report DS 019-25, be… (Carried)
Moved 033-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT Council approve Development Services Report DS-018-25 regarding Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for amending the Employment Areas; (Carried)
Moved 006-25 on 2025-01-27 — THAT Staff Report DS-005-25 outlining an application for a temporary use zoning by-law amendment to amend the Town of Milton Zoning By-law 016-2014, as amended, to facilitate a place of worship use for a period of three (3) years on… (Carried Unanimously)
Moved 097-24 on 2024-06-24 — THAT Report DS- 051-24 providing an update on the We Make Milton Official Plan project and a first consultation draft of Phase One of the proposed new Official Plan be received; (Carried)
Voted for on 100-26, 2026-06-22 — THAT Council resolves that the Town of Milton Official Plan, 2026 is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement, 2024 and matters of provincial interest as listed in the Planning Act, and conforms to applicable provincial plans;
Voted for on 173-25, 2025-12-08 — THAT Staff Report DS-067-25 outlining applications for amendments to the Town of Milton Official Plan and Town of Milton Urban Zoning By-law 016-2014, as amended, to facilitate the development of a high-density mixed-use building, BE…
These are individual decisions on individual items. A vote is cast on one resolution for reasons the minutes do not record, so this list is not a summary of where they stand — it is the items themselves.
What they told us
No answer on this theme.
What their website says on this theme
The text highlights past efforts to expand affordable housing options through specific projects and funding, as well as proposing innovative solutions like repurposing underused spaces.
In their words: “Championed a 46-unit assisted housing project at Kennedy Circle , expanding affordable housing options Secured funding for senior housing developments , including 265 Kerr Street and future projects delivering hundreds of units Proposed innovative solutions like repurposing underused spaces for housing” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
What the record shows
Moved 002-26 on 2026-01-26 — THAT after consideration of the submissions of the parties in relation to the complaint pertaining to the Education Development Charges for 110 Heslop Road, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Milton hereby determines that… (Lost)
Moved 036-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT the updates outlined in this report to the following Financial Management policies be approved: Policy No. 110 Financial Principles (Appendix A) Policy No. 111 Taxation and Assessment (Appendix B) Policy No. (Carried)
Voted for on 002-26, 2026-01-26 — THAT after consideration of the submissions of the parties in relation to the complaint pertaining to the Education Development Charges for 110 Heslop Road, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Milton hereby determines that…
These are individual decisions on individual items. A vote is cast on one resolution for reasons the minutes do not record, so this list is not a summary of where they stand — it is the items themselves.
What they told us
No answer on this theme.
What their website says on this theme
The candidate mentions that residents rely on the town for roads and transit, focusing on practical improvements to make these systems more reliable.
In their words: “People rely on their town every day, from roads and transit to programs and services. Sameera is focused on practical improvements that make life easier and more reliable.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
What the record shows
Moved 074-2025 on 2025-05-26 — WHEREAS the safety of all children must be considered as paramount when dropping students off at school; WHEREAS the Halton Board of Education has stated that the increase in student numbers and traffic has made existing kiss-and-ride… (Carried)
Moved 033-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT Council approve Development Services Report DS-018-25 regarding Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for amending the Employment Areas; (Carried)
Moved 038-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT Council approve the budget amendments and related funding sources, as outlined on Schedule A; AND THAT the contract award for the purchase of one (1) 6-metre transit bus to Creative Carriage Limited in the estimated amount of $210,962… (Carried)
Moved 096-24 on 2024-06-24 — THAT the Milton Transit Five-Year Service Plan and Master Plan Update (referred to herein as “Five-Year Service Plan”) be received; AND THAT Appendix 1 Milton Transit Five-Year Service Plan and Master Plan Update be endorsed to help guide… (Carried)
Moved 181-23 on 2023-12-18 — THAT Report DS-059-23 outlining an amendment to the Town of Milton Zoning By-law 016-2014, as amended, to implement the refined limits of the Natural Heritage System BE APPROVED; (Carried)
Moved 182-23 on 2023-12-18 — THAT Report DS-062-23 outlining an amendment to to the Town of Milton Zoning By-law 016-2014, as amended, to facilitate the development of an industrial building BE APPROVED AND THAT staff be authorized to bring forward an amending Zoning… (Carried)
Voted for on 085-25, 2025-06-23 — THAT Application Z-24/24 for an amendment to the Town of Milton Comprehensive Zoning By-law 016-2014, as amended, to change the current Future Development (FD) Zone to a Mixed Use Special Provision 369 (MU*369) Zone, along with Holding (H)…
Voted for on 161-23, 2023-12-04 — THAT a new capital project be added to the 2024 Budget for a Stop Sign Beacon Pilot Project, with a funding of $72,512 provided from the Studies and Other Non Growth Capital Reserve, and that the Pilot provide for the installation at one…
and 2 more, on their council record page.
These are individual decisions on individual items. A vote is cast on one resolution for reasons the minutes do not record, so this list is not a summary of where they stand — it is the items themselves.
What they told us
No answer on this theme.
What their website says on this theme
The candidate commits to keeping Milton affordable by ensuring responsible spending and protecting essential services without passing unnecessary costs onto residents.
In their words: “Sameera is focused on keeping Milton affordable by ensuring responsible spending, protecting essential services, and making smart decisions that don't pass unnecessary costs onto residents.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
What the record shows
Moved 002-26 on 2026-01-26 — THAT after consideration of the submissions of the parties in relation to the complaint pertaining to the Education Development Charges for 110 Heslop Road, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Milton hereby determines that… (Lost)
Moved 086-2025 on 2025-06-23 — WHEREAS 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, and the Town of Milton remains committed to honouring all veterans who have served during wartime, peacekeeping missions, and in the reserves, both domestically… (Carried Unanimously)
Moved 030-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT Council authorize staff to proceed with the steps necessary to implement a pilot Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program, as outlined in this report; (Carried)
Moved 031-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT the necessary by-laws, included on the March 17, 2025 Council meeting agenda, be considered for approval, with an enactment date of April 1, 2025; (Carried)
Moved 035-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT Council approve the Pay-on-Demand Surety Bond Template attached as Appendix A to this report; AND THAT Council authorize the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer to make amendments to Appendix A and the associated schedules thereto… (Carried)
Moved 036-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT the updates outlined in this report to the following Financial Management policies be approved: Policy No. 110 Financial Principles (Appendix A) Policy No. 111 Taxation and Assessment (Appendix B) Policy No. (Carried)
Voted for on 002-26, 2026-01-26 — THAT after consideration of the submissions of the parties in relation to the complaint pertaining to the Education Development Charges for 110 Heslop Road, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Milton hereby determines that…
Voted against on 163-25, 2025-12-01 — THAT staff be directed to present a report to Council in Q1 2026 that outlines the requirements to implement Municipal Licensing and Enforcement services on Sunday at a comparable level of service as is currently provided on Saturdays…
Voted for on 065-2025, 2025-05-26 — THAT the draft audited Financial Statements for the Town of Milton and Boards be approved.
Voted for on 161-23, 2023-12-04 — THAT a new capital project be added to the 2024 Budget for a Stop Sign Beacon Pilot Project, with a funding of $72,512 provided from the Studies and Other Non Growth Capital Reserve, and that the Pilot provide for the installation at one…
Voted for on 162-23, 2023-12-04 — THAT a Senior Transportation Planning Technologist (1.0 FTE) be added to the 2024 Operating Budget with funding from the tax levy of $155,055.
Voted for on 163-23, 2023-12-04 — THAT a Platoon Chief (1.0 FTE) be added to the 2024 Operating Budget with funding from the tax levy of $186,723. In Favour (7) Councillor Ali, Councillor Best, Councillor Malboeuf, Councillor Tesser Derksen, Councillor Ijaz, Councillor…
and 6 more, on their council record page.
These are individual decisions on individual items. A vote is cast on one resolution for reasons the minutes do not record, so this list is not a summary of where they stand — it is the items themselves.
What they told us
No answer on this theme.
What their website says on this theme
The text describes supporting investments in fire services, advancing a community fund for mental health and food services, and advocating for action on food insecurity.
In their words: “Helped advance a $5.2M community fund supporting mental health, food, and crisis services Advocated for action on food insecurity through municipal leadership initiatives Supported investments in fire services and essential infrastructure” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
What the record shows
Moved 074-2025 on 2025-05-26 — WHEREAS the safety of all children must be considered as paramount when dropping students off at school; WHEREAS the Halton Board of Education has stated that the increase in student numbers and traffic has made existing kiss-and-ride… (Carried)
Moved 038-2025 on 2025-03-17 — THAT Council approve the budget amendments and related funding sources, as outlined on Schedule A; AND THAT the contract award for the purchase of one (1) 6-metre transit bus to Creative Carriage Limited in the estimated amount of $210,962… (Carried)
Moved 187-23 on 2023-12-18 — WHEREAS Automobile theft continues to be a serious issue in Canada, with thefts exceeding $1 billion in value having occurred in Canada in 2022 (according to Équité Association); (Carried)
These are individual decisions on individual items. A vote is cast on one resolution for reasons the minutes do not record, so this list is not a summary of where they stand — it is the items themselves.
What they told us
No answer on this theme.
What their website says on this theme
The candidate is quoted calling the CN intermodal project the single biggest environmental concern facing the community and sharing steps taken to stop it.
In their words: “Calling the project "the single biggest environmental concern" the community is facing, Ali said that "all is not lost" as she shared the steps that Halton Region has taken to stop the project in its tracks, with three ongoing legal proceedings.” — their site, captured 2026-08-23
What the record shows
Moved 106-25 on 2025-07-14 — THAT Town of Milton Council support the granting of Draft Plan Approval by the Commissioner of Development Services for the proposed plan of subdivision (Town File: 24T-24002/M); (Carried)
Moved 181-23 on 2023-12-18 — THAT Report DS-059-23 outlining an amendment to the Town of Milton Zoning By-law 016-2014, as amended, to implement the refined limits of the Natural Heritage System BE APPROVED; (Carried)
Voted for on 041-24, 2024-03-25 — THAT the motion be amended to include the following: AND THAT the Council of the Town of Milton reaffirms its opposition to the Campbellville Quarry Application and requests the Premier to honour his promise to stop the quarry…
These are individual decisions on individual items. A vote is cast on one resolution for reasons the minutes do not record, so this list is not a summary of where they stand — it is the items themselves.
What they told us
No answer on this theme.
What their website says on this theme
Nothing on this theme on their site.
What the record shows
Voted for on 067-2025, 2025-05-26 — THAT the Town Clerk be directed to proceed with the Appointment by Application process to fill the vacancy in accordance with the procedure set out in Schedule A to this report.
These are individual decisions on individual items. A vote is cast on one resolution for reasons the minutes do not record, so this list is not a summary of where they stand — it is the items themselves.
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