Frances Nunziata not confirming reports she’s withdrawing from Toronto municipal election race
Long-time Toronto councillor Frances Nunziata is not confirming reports she is withdrawing from the municipal election race. CityNews had initially cited sources stating that the York South-Weston councillor would be dropping out on Friday. However, in a statement to CityNews, she said, “I continue to canvass. My campaign remains unchanged.” “I will make no further […]
Long-serving Toronto councillor Frances Nunziata has not confirmed rumours suggesting she is pulling out of the upcoming municipal election race. CityNews earlier reported that the York South-Weston councillor intended to withdraw on Friday; however, Nunziata clarified her position in a statement to CityNews. She emphasized that her campaign remains unchanged and indicated she would not provide any further comments.
This comes as York-South Weston is anticipated to be a tight contest, with Nunziata competing against Chiara Padovani. The two faced each other in the previous election, with Padovani securing a narrow 94-vote victory over the seasoned politician. Nunziata has been a councillor for York South-Weston since 1997 and holds the distinction of being the longest-serving member of council.
She has also served as the city's speaker since 2010. Nunziata's political journey began in 1985 when she was elected as a school board trustee, and she previously served as both the Mayor of York (1994-1997) and a City of York councillor (1988-1994). The municipal election is scheduled for October 26, with advance polls starting on Tuesday and continuing until Sunday.
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