PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT FOR MALEEHA

I SUPPORT MALEEHA SHAHID

A Little About Maleeha

Dear Neighbour:

I am proud to serve as your Regional Councillor for East Ward 4 Whitby and to have previously served as Whitby’s Deputy Mayor in 2023.

I was first elected in 2018 as East Ward Councillor. In 2022, I was re-elected as your Regional Councillor, and since then, I have remained focused on delivering results that matter to our community.

East Ward has been my home for over 15 years. My children have grown up in this community. I understand the everyday realities our residents face because I live them too, from the rising cost of living and the pressures of growth to concerns around community safety, traffic congestion, and finding a family doctor.

Throughout my time on Council, I have advocated for responsible spending, keeping property tax increases down and in line while protecting the services residents rely on. I have remained focused on community safety, improved healthcare access, responsible growth, and local economic development. I have also supported efforts to bring jobs and investment to Whitby, including along Hopkins Street, while continuing to push for infrastructure and services that keep pace with our growing community.

I am also a Harvard-certified leadership coach, TEDx speaker, author, and graduate of Western University’s Local Government Program. Alongside my work in government, I have been involved in advocacy related to mental health, domestic violence awareness, senior safety, and inclusion in leadership and decision-making.

I currently serve on several boards and committees, including:

  • Durham Region Community Growth and Economic Development Committee

  • Durham Environment and Climate Advisory Committee

  • Durham Transit Commission

  • Durham Anti-Racism Taskforce

  • Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) Board as Durham’s representative. 

I have also served as:

  • Deputy Mayor (2023)

  • Vice Chair of General Government

  • Mayor’s designate on the Accessibility Advisory Committee (2024–2025)

  • Mayor’s designate on the Active Transportation Advisory Committee
    (2024–2025)

  • Mayor’s designate on the Whitby Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee (2023) 

  • Mayor’s designate on the Station Gallery Board (2026)

Most importantly, I am a mother of three, and my leadership is grounded in accountability, compassion, and a deeply commitment to the community I call home.

DELIVERING FOR EAST WARD

1. RESPECTING YOUR TAX DOLLARS

  • Reduced tax increases from 5.8% to 3.4%

  • Secured over $21 million in external funding

  • Found savings without cutting service

2. HEALTHCARE ACCESS

  • Advocated for Whitby's new hospital

  • Pushed for more doctors & better access to care

3. LOCAL JOBS AND AND ECONOMY

  • Attracted major employers like Mazda Canada & SoftMoc

  • Supported business growth and local job creation

4. COMMUNITY SAFETY

  • Strengthened emergency response and enforcement

  • Supported initiatives addressing safety and homelessness

5. MANAGING GROWTH

  • Secured $62 million for infrastructure and growth

  • Ensured development is planned and community-focused

  • Promoted inclusion, accessibility, and community engagement

  • Supported programs that reflect Whitby's diversity

6. A COMMUNITY WHERE EVERYONE BELONGS

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