Toronto City Council Considers Unelected Indigenous Member of Council With Full Voting Rights, Backed by Mayor Olivia Chow

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Published Mar 14, 2025, 03:24 AM

Toronto City Council is considering the establishment of a new unelected Indigenous Member of Council, which would hold full voting rights. This proposal has raised concerns among some residents regarding its implications for democracy, as it appears to be based on race. Mayor Olivia Chow's office has expressed support for the initiative, but has not yet responded to inquiries regarding the matter. Critics argue that adding an unelected council member determined by race undermines democratic principles. The discussion around this proposal has intensified, with various stakeholders voicing their opinions on its appropriateness and implications for governance in Toronto.

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Brian Lilley

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Toronto City Hall looks to have an unelected council position determined by race. Do you agree with this? https://t.co/AUv0UigSCn

Greg Brady

@gregbradyTO

This is the kind of policy that even if you suggest it once during a Mayoral campaign - you'll be completely not taken seriously that you're competent & measured to do the job properly. Not a problem, apparently, to suggest this is OK 19 months into a mandate. Toronto is…

Brian Lilley

@brianlilley

Hey, here's an idea..... Let's expand Toronto City Hall by adding a councillor who isn't elected but is chosen by their race. Does that sound like a good idea or a bit Aryan? https://t.co/tFtDjWiIhS

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