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Meet the Candidate

If you'd like a chance to meet me, ask me questions, or hear a little more about why I'm running, I've got two opportunities coming up, one virtual and one in-person.

Virtual Meet the Candidate:  

Thursday, September 17th - 6:30 p.m.
Join from the comfort of your own home, just click on the button below to register.  You can submit your questions in advance.

In-Person Meet the Candidate:

Wednesday, September 23rd - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Drop in anytime, ask me questions, tell me what's on your mind and enjoy a coffee and sweet treat.
The Little Bird Bakery
13 King Street West, Oshawa
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Deb Oldfield
for Oshawa City Council - Ward 4

Real community leadership. Practical solutions.

Rooted in Community. Focused on Listening. Committed to Getting Results.

I’m running for Oshawa City Council because I believe strong communities don’t happen by accident. They are built through thoughtful decisions, real collaboration, and leadership that stays connected to the people it serves.

Oshawa is a city full of potential, and I want to help ensure that potential is reflected in how we plan, grow, and support our community.

What I'm focused on.

The challenges we’re facing in Oshawa are connected.
Housing, community safety, supporting local business, and revitalizing our downtown all impact each other.

My focus is on practical solutions that bring these pieces together and strengthen our community as a whole.
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Connected Issues Require Connected Solutions

The challenges facing Oshawa are interconnected, and lasting progress comes from bringing people together, listening to residents, and focusing on practical action.

1. Housing That Works for Everyone

  • Support a full spectrum of housing options, including geared-to-income, affordable, supportive, non-profit, co-operative, and market housing.

  • Work with community organizations, housing providers, regional partners, and responsible private-sector builders to create solutions that meet local needs.

  • Focus on preventing homelessness and helping people remain stably housed.

  • Recognize that housing solutions must include the services and supports people need to succeed.

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2. Safe Communities Through Practical Solutions

  • Support approaches that improve both public safety and quality of life.

  • Work with residents, first responders, community organizations, social service providers, and local businesses to address complex challenges.

  • Invest in prevention, mental health supports, addiction supports, and early intervention.

  • Recognize that compassion and public safety are not competing values.

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3. A Downtown That Works for People

  • Support local small businesses and encourage year-round activity. Learn more

  • Build a downtown where people live, work, learn, shop, and spend time.

  • Bring residents, businesses, educational institutions, cultural organizations, and service providers together to tackle shared challenges.

  • Support long-term revitalization alongside the events, festivals, and community activities that make downtown vibrant.

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4. Accessible, Responsive, and Accountable Government

  • Be visible, approachable, and available to residents.

  • Establish a Ward 4 Community Roundtable that brings together residents, businesses, community organizations, and neighbourhood leaders to discuss local priorities and emerging issues.

  • Ensure residents and local businesses feel heard and included in decision-making.

  • Make City Hall more transparent, collaborative, and accountable.

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5. Responsible Growth and Smart Spending

  • Support growth that strengthens existing neighbourhoods and prepares for the future.

  • Make practical, evidence-based decisions that deliver results.

  • Respect taxpayers while investing in the services and infrastructure people rely on.

  • Work collaboratively with community partners and other levels of government to maximize resources.

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Housing. Safety. Downtown. Accountability. Growth.

Practical solutions for housing, safer communities, a stronger downtown, responsive local government, and responsible growth that works for everyone.

Housing

Housing that supports a healthy community

Stable housing is the foundation for everything else including health, safety, and community well being.

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Safe Communities

Safe, supported communities

Real safety comes from support, not just enforcement.
When people have access to housing, mental health care, and community services, everyone benefits.

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Downtown Oshawa

A vibrant and revitalized downtown

A strong downtown creates energy across the whole city.
We need to support local activity, reduce barriers, and make it a place people want to spend time.

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Local Business

Supporting local business

Small businesses are a vital part of Oshawa’s identity and economy.
The City should make it easier to start, grow, and stay local.

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Property Taxes

Keeping property taxes fair and manageable

Many residents are feeling the pressure of rising property taxes as everyday costs continue to increase.
We need to be thoughtful about spending, focus on priorities, and make sure people are seeing real value for what they pay.

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Accountability

A councillor who shows up

Being accessible matters.
I believe in listening, responding, and staying connected to the community throughout the term.

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Access to Services

Access to the services people need

People should be able to find and use the services that support their daily lives.
Better coordination can make a real difference for individuals and families.

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