Author: Adam A. Donaldson

When he’s not the main/only contributor to Guelph Politico, Adam A. Donaldson also contributes to GuelphToday.com as their city hall columnist and co-hosts a political and current affairs show on CFRU 93.3 fm called “Open Sources Guelph" as well as the movie review show "End Credits."

QUESTIONNAIRE: Evan Silva for Ward 1 City Councillor

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“My main objective is to represent the bloc of young people who want and deserve to own homes, start families, and live happy lives. It is very difficult to make an impact with these issues on the municipal level, but I will do what I can. This includes lowering residential property taxes, proposing a property tax deferral for owner occupied homes with children, and supporting social programs that make starting a family easier.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Evan Silva for Ward 1 City Councillor” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Greg Cawsey for Ward 5 City Councillor

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“I believe I will bring a combination of perspectives that is valuable at City Hall: a long-time Ward 5 resident, an educator, someone with a background in business and financial literacy, and someone who has spent his career listening to people and helping them make informed decisions. I also believe council needs to be more assertive in bringing the voice of residents into the development of public policy.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Greg Cawsey for Ward 5 City Councillor” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Laura McQuillen for Ward 6 City Councillor

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“I’m someone living the same every day life as a lot of you, and I think that’s exactly why I’d be good at this. I’m doing it because I care about our community and I want my kids to grow up somewhere that works for everyone, not just some of us. I’d be honoured to earn your vote and have your input the whole way through, not just once every four years.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Laura McQuillen for Ward 6 City Councillor” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Dakota Cherry for Ward 5 City Councillor

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I bring the perspective of the next generation – those of us who are struggling to get started. Despite building successful careers, many young people are finding it increasingly difficult to buy homes, start families, and build the lives that previous generations could reasonably work toward. […] I’m asking Ward 5 to be the wind at the back of the next generation by giving us a chance to help shape the future that we will inevitably inherit. Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Dakota Cherry for Ward 5 City Councillor” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Troy Bridgeman for Ward 2 City Councillor

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“As a journalist, I regularly hear people complaining about the amount of control our democratically-elected governments have over our lives yet they say very little about the growing control tech companies have over our lives and over our governments for that matter. If you want to protect democracy and ensure your government represents your needs and protects the interests of future generations, inform yourself and – VOTE!!!!!” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Troy Bridgeman for Ward 2 City Councillor” →

QUESTIONNAIRE: Alec Purves for Ward 2 City Councillor

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“The unique perspective I bring to Guelph City Council—which is currently lacking—is the lived experience of a frontline worker combined with the technical background of a financial auditor. Most council members view the city’s challenges from a high-level, corporate, or purely political lens. I live and work directly at the intersection of Guelph’s most pressing fiscal and social issues.” Continue reading “QUESTIONNAIRE: Alec Purves for Ward 2 City Councillor” →

GUELPH POLITICAST #541 – 2 Ward Not 2 Furious (feat. Michelle Bowman and Morgan Dandie)

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Normally, the most continuous race during the municipal election is Ward 2. It’s usually the one with the most number of candidates, but in this election year it will have to settle for second place. On this week’s second edition of the podcast, we’ve got two candidates running in Ward 2 and are both running for city council for the second time. Sensing a pattern? Continue reading “GUELPH POLITICAST #541 – 2 Ward Not 2 Furious (feat. Michelle Bowman and Morgan Dandie)” →

POLICE NOTES: 3 Cars Taken, Fentanyl and Weapons Seized, and Searching for More Victims

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There are 145,000 stories in the Royal City, and this is some of them. Looking at a week’s worth of media releases from the Guelph Police Service, there’s a lot going on in our little city crime-wise speaking, so let’s run down some of the charges, issues, and requests for information from the Guelph Police Service over the last seven days. Continue reading “POLICE NOTES: 3 Cars Taken, Fentanyl and Weapons Seized, and Searching for More Victims” →

City Council Preview – What’s on the Agenda for the September 15, 2026 Meetings?

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One last ride before Election Day. In the penultimate council meeting of this term, there will be at least a couple of big issues including another crack at the bat for the developer of the Guelph Innovation District, and since winter is coming, council will also hear the value-for-money audit results about the City of Guelph’s winter maintenance program. Get your council fix here because it’s all election all the time from here! This is the preview!!! Continue reading “City Council Preview – What’s on the Agenda for the September 15, 2026 Meetings?” →

RECAP: Heritage Committee Told There Will Be No Last Minute Reprieve for Listed Properties

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It was a short meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee this month at the City of Guelph, but you can’t say it wasn’t a consequential one. The committee heard about one designation, approved two other matters on the consent agenda, and then heard about the plan for the rest of the year, which, sadly, isn’t going to involve taking their foot off the gas pedal when it comes to approving as many designations as possible. Here’s the recap! Continue reading “RECAP: Heritage Committee Told There Will Be No Last Minute Reprieve for Listed Properties” →