The open mayoral seat after incumbent Nic Milligan’s decision not to seek re-election has drawn two sitting councillors as the leading contenders ahead of the October 17 vote. Harshan Ramadass, who topped the 2022 councillor ballot, announced his candidacy in May and has emphasized completing an integrated infrastructure capital plan, wastewater upgrades, roads, and faster permitting to boost development revenue. Kyle Hamilton, serving his second term, has focused on long-term advocacy for senior government funding to ease local tax burdens, diversified housing options, and collaborative decision-making. With nominations closing September 11 and the campaign period beginning September 19, both candidates share core priorities on aging infrastructure and fiscal pressures, sustaining a narrow gap in trader consensus while additional nominees or late endorsements could shift positioning.