The following candidates have taken the RaBIT pledge: 

Ward 4: Parkdale-High Park

Debbie King has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because they give voters the freedom to vote from the heart and choose their first-choice candidate, while also recognizing other candidates they could support. They reduce the concern that supporting a candidate could inadvertently help elect someone whose positions they strongly oppose. This is especially important for equity-deserving candidates, who may be less likely to have the institutional backing, funding and campaign resources that can give some candidates an advantage. Ranked ballots can give great candidates a fairer chance to compete and help build a Council that better reflects the diversity, perspectives and lived experiences of our city."

Vanessa Raponi has taken the pledge: "This first-past-the-post system fails us at all levels of government. People are exhausted by "choosing the lesser of two evils" or voting strategically to avoid splitting the vote."

Holly Weber has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because I believe our electoral system should give voters more choice and encourage greater participation in elections. Allowing residents to rank candidates in order of preference can better capture the range of views within a community and ensure voters can express support for more than one candidate. I think this will help to improve voter engagement."

Michael Cocoran has not yet taken the pledge
Nadia Guerrera has not yet taken the pledge
Diana Chan McNally has not yet taken the pledge
Bridget Ogundipe has not yet taken the pledge
Adam Pham has not yet taken the pledge
Potega Andy has not yet taken the pledge
Yuen Steve has not yet taken the pledge

Ward 9: Davenport

Alejandra Bravo has taken the pledge

Neil Simon has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because voters deserve more choice and a stronger voice. You should be able to rank candidates in order of preference and know that, if your first choice is eliminated, your next choice can still count. I believe this encourages candidates to earn broader support, listen beyond their base and focus on solutions. As a candidate for Toronto City Councillor in Ward 9 Davenport, I want a democracy that rewards respectful leadership and brings people together. Our electoral system should give voters the freedom to express who they truly support."

Ashley Jansen has not yet taken the pledge
Marco Martins has not yet taken the pledge

Ward 10: Spadina-Fort York

Andi Hoàng-Lefranc has taken the pledge: "Governments at all levels have the responsibility to reinforce and support the strength of our democratic institutions. This means considering how to best ensure that election results accurately reflect the democratic will of the people. Ranked ballots can play a crucial role in achieving this goal, ensuring that those elected actually reflect the diversity of backgrounds and political aptitudes of the populations they govern and that you have a council with a real mandate backed by a majority of voters rather than just a plurality."

Ausma Malik has taken the pledge: "Ensuring our elections are reflective of the will of residents of our local neighbourhoods  is essential for the health of our City, and for constituents' trust in their elected representatives. I support ranked ballots as a critical way to make our elections more fair and representative of residents, and a tool to uplift our diverse communities. The city should be able to set its own electoral boundaries and implement voting reforms such as ranked ballots. Ensuring our elections are fair and truly reflective of our City is a priority for me."

Paul Nash has taken the pledge: "Ranked ballots allow us  to have more voters' voices represented at City Council, and help to make our elections more fair."

Ian Cunningham has not yet taken the pledge
Xue Ding has not yet taken the pledge
Bashar Kassir has not yet taken the pledge
Husain Neemuchwala has not yet taken the pledge
Aanchal Vashistha has not yet taken the pledge

Ward 11: University-Rosedale

Keenan Courtis has taken the pledge: "To hold office you should have the mandate from at least a majority of the voters. And voters shouldn't be forced to strategically vote. The system needs an update and Toronto can set that example."

Mike Layton has taken the pledge: "Fair elections are the cornerstone of residents’ faith in our City’s democracy. Every voter matters: residents should be able to confidently vote for their preferred candidate and know their vote counts. I’m on the record supporting  ranked ballots and I was proud to support RaBIT’s advocacy in 2018 and be a vote on City Council to advance this work to make our City’s elections more fair. Ranked ballots make campaigns more positive, more reflective of the will of the people, and lower the barrier of entry for diverse candidates to participate in our electoral process. The City should have the power to set its own electoral boundaries and make electoral changes that best represent residents."

Gian Pileri has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because residents should be able to vote for the candidate they believe in, with less pressure to vote strategically. Ranking candidates gives voters more room to express their preferences and can encourage candidates to earn support beyond their usual supporters. I want a political culture built on listening, explaining and respectful debate. I support restoring Ontario municipalities’ ability to choose ranked ballots, with clear public information and consultation before Toronto makes that decision."

Paul Viret has taken the pledge: "Simply put: no more voting for the person I hate the least."

Diana Yoon has taken the pledge: "Voting should not be a race to the bottom. I support ranked ballot voting to make sure people are not having to compromise their values at the ballot box. It would level the playing field for candidates without institutional backing. I've long been a champion for voting reform and believe that ranked ballots are a part of that process." 

Dana Fisher has not yet taken the pledge
Terri Hawkes has not yet taken the pledge
Karina Lemke has not yet taken the pledge
Alice Li has not yet taken the pledge
Huy Lieu has not yet taken the pledge

Ward 12: Toronto-St. Paul's

Mina Nadimi has taken the pledge: "The ranking  system formula gives a voters confidence on their preferred candidate."

Ahmed Kamal has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because voting should be about more than simply choosing the least-worst option. It gives residents the opportunity to express their preferences honestly, while encouraging candidates to engage with a broader range of voters and ideas. I believe our democracy works better when people feel their vote reflects what they actually want—not just what they think is strategically necessary. Ranked ballots are not a perfect solution, but they are a practical step toward making elections more representative and giving voters a stronger voice."

David Cottrell has not yet taken the pledge
Jenny Kalimbet has not yet taken the pledge
Josh Matlow has not yet taken the pledge
Bob Murphy has not yet taken the pledge

Ward 13: Toronto Centre

Tom Cai has taken the pledge: "With how elections in municipal elections are so diverse in candidate choice and policy, it makes logical sense to have a ranked choice ballot for preferred policies."

Victoria Davis has taken the pledge: "I support any initiatives which strengthens democracy and ensure that people are feeling empowered about their choices in elections."

Norman MacLeod has taken the pledge: "Elected require authority to affect change. Elections with s winner less than 39% is no majority and will stall progress lacking authority. High Candidate standards will also help."

Chris Moise has taken the pledge: "Ranked balloting works because voters should never feel like a vote for their first choice might risk helping to elect their last choice. It gives voters the freedom to rank their support while encouraging candidates to reach out beyond their base, build broader coalitions, and campaign on ideas that work for a wider community rather than a narrow demographic. At its core, ranked voting gives voters more choice and more voice, and helps produce a government that better reflects the priorities of the people it represents. That is the kind of accountable, representative government Toronto deserves."

Nicki Ward has taken the pledge: "Ranked ballots reduce party political interference and negativity (as has plagued the 2026 election) allowing Torontonians to vote their conscience. More importantly, it guarantees our leaders govern with a true majority mandate. Because candidates must compete for second-choice votes, it encourages the positive, issues-based leadership I am bringing to this campaign. It’s a simple upgrade for a stronger democracy. I'm fighting for a City Hall that truly represents you, and I ask for your vote to make it happen."

Joe Cadeau has not yet taken the pledge
Morgan Harris has not yet taken the pledge
Walied Khogali Ali has not yet taken the pledge
Cleveland Marshall has not yet taken the pledge
Curran Stikuts has not yet taken the pledge
Daniel Tate has not yet taken the pledge

Ward 14: Toronto-Danforth

Susan Chapelle has taken the pledge: "I support restoring Toronto’s ability to choose how we elect our municipal representatives. That decision should not be dictated by Queen’s Park. Ranked ballots give voters the opportunity to express more than one preference in a crowded field and can encourage candidates to reach beyond a narrow base of support. Municipal elections should be about communities, ideas and local representation. I support restoring Toronto’s authority to use ranked ballots and, with appropriate public education, transparent implementation and accessible election administration, I would support their use in Toronto municipal elections."

George Fawcett has taken the pledge: "I believe that a key priority for City Hall and our City Councillors should be working to inspire more trust and involvement in our municipal politics, which have been suffering from voter disengagement and low turnout. I support ranked ballots because they can help us build a more representative and inclusive local democracy, give voters more choice, and make more people feel like their voices are being heard."

Mary Fragedakis has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because voters should be able to express their preferences more fully and have greater choice in who represents them. In elections with many candidates, ranked ballots can reduce strategic voting and encourage candidates to reach beyond their traditional base and build broader community support. I also believe Toronto should have the ability to determine the electoral system that works best for our city. Restoring that local choice and giving Torontonians a meaningful say in how we elect our representatives would strengthen our municipal democracy."

Maria Voutsinas has taken the pledge: "Electoral reform is incredibly important. The first past the post system has disenfranchised voters time and time again. Elections do not necessarily reflect the will of the people so much as concentrated votes. A ranked ballot system will result in more representative elections as well as more civil elections, as candidates look to be a voter's second or third choice if not their first."

Devyn Stackhouse has taken the pledge: "I'm a staunch supporter of municipal political parties, and see I only synergy using ranked ballots, to elect partisan councilors! The promise of municipal parties is to move from personality politics to policy exchange - let's do both!"

Maqsood Ahmad has not yet taken the pledge
Michael Connor has not yet taken the pledge
Dennis Corcoran has not yet taken the pledge
Robb Dagenais has not yet taken the pledge
Peter De Marco has not yet taken the pledge
Sara Ehrhardt has not yet taken the pledge
John Kladitis has not yet taken the pledge
Michael Mitchell has not yet taken the pledge
Caryma Sa'd has not yet taken the pledge
Dianne Saxe has not yet taken the pledge
Jason Stevens has not yet taken the pledge
Christiane Tetreault has not yet taken the pledge
Denise Walcott has not yet taken the pledge

Ward 19: Beaches-East York

Syeda Jaana Ali has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because they give voters the opportunity to express their preferences more fully on the ballot. Instead of choosing only one candidate, voters can rank candidates in order of preference. I believe this approach can provide voters with more choice and a clearer way to communicate their priorities. For me, supporting ranked ballots is about giving residents a greater voice in how they participate in the democratic process."

James Dann has taken the pledge: "The major advantage of ranked ballots, in my view, is that they increase the value of votes. If someone votes for a third place candidate in the current system, that vote will have not mean as much as it would under a ranked ballot system. It would also improve democracy as voters will have to research multiple candidates"

Nate Erskine-Smith has taken the pledge: "I support ranked ballots because our electoral system should better reflect voters' preferences and encourage candidates to build broader support across our communities. Under our current first-past-the-post system, candidates often win with less than half the vote, leaving most residents feeling as though their voices aren’t represented. Ranked ballots give voters more choice, reduce the pressure to vote strategically, and encourage candidates to engage with those outside of their traditional base. I’ve been a proud proponent of electoral reform since before I was first elected here over a decade ago, and will continue to fight for it at the municipal level."

Mohammad Shabani has taken the pledge: "I support RB  vs FPTP. However,  I am introducing a new voting system to enhance RB. The Enhanced Dual Expression (EDE) voting system provides a superior democratic framework compared to ranked-choice voting by capturing both the intensity and direction of voter preferences. While ranked ballots force voters to order candidates linearly—often leading to tactical compromises and the elimination of viable consensus choices—EDE allows voters to express both approval and a distinct secondary weight simultaneously. This dual mechanism eliminates the "spoiler effect" more effectively than ranking, ensures a more mathematically robust consensus, and reduces voter fatigue. By evaluating candidates independently rather than comparatively, EDE maximizes voter utility and produces outcomes that truly reflect collective intent."

Adam Smith has taken the pledge: "Ranked ballots are the ONLY way to fairly determine a non-partisan election, to ensure a candidate actually has 50%+1 support from voters.  I have supported RaBIT since I met Dave Meslin, and RaBIT is featured in my platform."

Jeff Wahl has taken the pledge: "Ranked voting is the most democratic way to elect candidates to office. It reduces strategic voting fallacy and ensures winners actually achieve a majority of votes."

Jennie Worden has taken the pledge: "Toronto should have the ability to decide for itself how to conduct its own municipal elections. Ranked ballots are a tool that could give voters a more meaningful choice into who represents them at City Hall. This, in turn, can support higher voter turnouts and more meaningful engagement in local elections. Greater turnout and greater engagement lead to a healthier democracy." 

Fatima Ibrahimi has not yet taken the pledge
Natalie Johnson has not yet taken the pledge
Kevin Morrison has not yet taken the pledge
Karsten Riedel has not yet taken the pledge
Austin Vieira has not yet taken the pledge
Devin Wilkins has not yet taken the pledge