In or out? Nunziata denies she’s fleeing council race

Toronto councillor Frances Nunziata has denied reports that she is withdrawing from the municipal election race. According to CityNews, sources had stated that Nunziata would be dropping out, but she issued a statement saying her campaign remains unchanged and that she continues to canvass.

Nunziata, the longest-serving member of council, has represented York South-Weston since 1997. She faces a close race against Chiara Padovani, whom she previously beat by 94 votes.

Nunziata has had a long career in public service, previously serving as Mayor of York and a City of York councillor before amalgamation. The Toronto Sun reports that she has recently been involved in controversies surrounding Weston Lions Arena and the Toronto Parking Authority.

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