Endorsed by our community.

Over the past 4 years, we have seen transformational progress in Barrie because of Mayor Alex Nuttall and Council. Alex has been getting things done and he’s been doing it by building consensus at Council, among all levels of government, and by engaging with community stakeholders and businesses.

I’m proud to endorse Alex for re-election in October. Our family will be voting for him without any hesitation because I know he is doing things with the best interest of our City in mind and I’m excited to see what the next 4 years will bring with Alex continuing as Mayor.

I have known Alex Nuttall for 5 years, during that time he has shown to be non-partisan and a true leader in Barrie. He inherited a foul situation with respect to the homeless situation and has turned around a serious situation. His efforts in bringing new industry to Barrie has been a god sent. We are in perilous times and his bright intelligent approach to reverse a bad situation has help the entire community. I fully endorse his efforts and look forward to his success in leading this city. He does not believe in party politics but leads in an effort to help all his rate payors.

Leadership means making hard choices—and it can’t be easy. Mayor Alex is stepping up, taking action, and continuing to pivot toward something better. And every one of us has a role to play: support, speak up, and be proud of the city we are becoming.

Mayor Alex is showing us that leadership!

I whole heartedly endorse Alex to continue as our Mayor. I am proud of the work Alex has accomplished for all of Barrie during this past term of council. He is a man dedicated to improving the city and making the tough decisions. Leadership is about addressing our changing environment and allowing the city to grow and prosper while managing sensitive social issues. Alex has proven himself to be a fiscally and socially responsible leader and we need him to continue as our Mayor. I ask that you support him as well.

I wasn’t a supporter of Alex Nuttall. I wouldn’t vote for him as an MP. I voted for his opponents as he ran for Mayor. I have never called myself a Tory or even tilting to right of centre. And now I am on his team for re-election.

I had my first personal contact with Alex just after the horrific events of October 7th, 2023, when he called for my thoughts on a civic reaction to those events. Perhaps I was one of the few Jewish persons in his contacts list. I don’t know. However, his reaction to the horrific events of that day, I found, very heartfelt and sympathetic. We arranged an Israeli flag raising and lowering to half mast. He spoke at our synagogue.

I know that much has happened in the two and a half years since that event and we have all developed our own thoughts about that bitter conflict. But his reactions that day, in that context, changed my initial impression of him. I also now had his cell phone number.

I happily, and promptly called on him about the Southshore plans for a stadium. I happily (and without remuneration) prepared a report of all of the differing aspects of that plan. The Mayor impressed me with his thoughtful balancing of the various opinions on that project and others around the lake and into the Downtown where I now live. I was thrilled with his pushing ahead with a new home for the Performing Arts Centre. I was happy to help him as he paved the way for a soccer stadium on the Central Collegiate Lands and quietly pushing for a return of the Baycats to Queen’s Park.

Among the most difficult matter that I watched him face was that of the drug and mental health issues in our City, and in particular in our Downtown. This is such a complex, multi-faceted problem. How do you truly separate the “affordable housing” issue from the crisis in addiction and mental health? I spent 48 years practicing municipal law, my final eight years with the County of Simcoe. I have a good idea of what Alex has faced and is facing. County responsibility for housing. Provincial responsibility for health. Drastic action has had to be taken. Alex had the nerve to take that action, but he has done so with empathy. Co-operation between levels of government has still to be initiated. Alex is working on that now. He has taken some bold action to make my home in the Downtown a better one.

My years dealing with municipal law, and my last two years working on projects with Alex has proven to me what I already knew. Municipalities are the closest government entities to the people. What mayors and councillors do at this level have the most direct impact on the people who elect them. I am honoured to support him and to work on his campaign.

I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with Alex Nuttall, and I’ve seen his commitment to getting results for Barrie. Alex has been a strong advocate for housing, infrastructure, and building opportunities for families and businesses. He approaches challenges with determination and a focus on practical solutions. Alex has demonstrated the leadership and work ethic needed to continue moving Barrie forward.

If you want results, re-elect Mayor Nuttall. Alex has proven he can get things done by collaborating with community partners and at every level of government. Alex has shown how the Team Barrie approach not only grows local investment and jobs but brings our community closer together.

I have worked with Alex over the last four years as the Councillor in Ward 1. We worked closely to move the performing arts centre forward as a team. Alex is a team player that includes everyone on Team Barrie. I wish him good luck this election.

As someone who has lived in Barrie my entire life and has been deeply involved in our community, I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside many leaders. I can honestly say that Mayor Alex Nuttall has done an exceptional job during his first term.

Alex has led with energy, determination, and a genuine commitment to making Barrie an even better place to live, work, and raise a family. He has tackled some of the most difficult challenges our city has faced, including homelessness, public safety, and the impacts of addiction. He’s worked tirelessly to address homelessness with practical solutions while taking a strong stand on getting drugs off our streets and making our neighbourhoods safer for everyone.

At the same time, Alex has remained focused on building more homes, supporting economic growth, investing in our community, and ensuring Barrie continues to thrive. He’s approachable, listens to residents, and isn’t afraid to make the tough decisions that are needed to move our city forward.

Leadership isn’t about making everyone happy all the time—it’s about having the courage to make decisions that are in the best long-term interests of the community. Alex has demonstrated that kind of leadership, and the results are evident throughout Barrie.

I believe there’s still important work ahead, and I have every confidence that Alex is the right person to continue building on the momentum he’s created. I’m proud to support Mayor Alex Nuttall for a second term and look forward to seeing what he and his team will accomplish over the next four years.

I am pleased to endorse Alex and his reelection bid. Having known and worked with him for over 10 years he has consistently shown he has a vision and plan for the City and has got so much accomplished in his first term. We need continued focused leadership and Alex is the right choice to get the job done.