Running for Councillor, Ward 6 in the October 26, 2026 election.See the race
Councillor James Pasternak
Ward 6, York Centre
- 89%Attendance: voted in 3,750 of 4,228 recorded ballots
- 75%Voted with Mayor Olivia Chow on 803 of 1,070 shared ballots
In our coverage
4,228 recorded ballots.
- YesFleet Services Operational Review - Phase One: Lengthy Downtime Requires Immediate Attention
- YesFleet Services Operational Review, Phase One: Stronger Corporate Oversight Needed for Underutilized Vehicles
- YesReview of Urban Forestry - Ensuring Value for Money for Tree Maintenance Services
- YesAuditor General's Response to the Audit Committee's Request on the Outstanding Audit Recommendations Which Are of Greatest Concern
The race in Ward 6
Running for re-election. 3 candidates on the ballot.
In the news
Socials
While I thank and appreciate @torontopolice efforts to keep the Jewish community safe it’s sad that the City of Toronto has come to this. x.com/torontopolice/…
We will never forgot the horror of #911 and the heroic efforts to save lives. x.com/pasternakto/st…
U.S. diplomat in Toronto praises 'incredible' response of Canadians on 9/11 torontotoday.ca/local/history/… via @TorontoTodayca
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Checking in with residents and City officials in Armour Heights following the recent power outage. #YorkCentre pic.x.com/OGCAaWdjj1
Out in Ancaster today taking a look at the impact of the storm and checking in with residents. My office continues to follow up with the City on storm-related issues across York Centre and advocate for timely responses and action. If you have fallen branches, debris, flooding, pic.x.com/XD0cs6ij8K
Take care out there. x.com/weathernetwork…
Always meaningful to visit @YorkShelter. I’ve had the privilege of knowing and supporting their work for many years, and I continue to be inspired by the care, dignity and compassion they provide to women and children when they need it most. Proud to stand with this remarkable pic.x.com/IF9s5baGBJ
Dropped in to visit with the leadership team at the North York Women’s Shelter to learn more about the important work they’re doing to support women and families in our community. Thank you to the team for taking the time to share their work and for everything you do to provide pic.x.com/JNl5T4aSH9
August 28, 2026 — Councillor Pasternak expresses deep concern about “Children’s Walk for Gaza” taking place in Downsview Park on September 5, 2026 See the full statement here. pic.x.com/MoHNEEgzby
Last election
73.5%Elected in 2022 with 12,187 of 16,574 votes; runner-up Mike Arkin, 11.6%
Money
$88,110Raised for the 2022 campaign, as filed with the City Clerk
327Contacts lobbyists filed naming this member since 15 November 2022, from 78 firms
A contact is a filing by the lobbyist, published by the City’s registrar. It records that a meeting, call or letter happened. It does not say what was asked for, and it does not say what was decided.