Change One - Number of Councillors and Boundaries of Wards

There are significant changes to the status quo proposed. In this section we are focusing on proposed changes to the boundaries of wards, and the number of councillors representing each ward.

We think what we are proposing is necessary to ensure representation continues to be fair and effective.

Number of Councillors

We are proposing that the number of elected members is reduced from 14 to 9.

When discussing the proposed changes, councillors reflected on their effectiveness with a large number of elected members around the governance table and determined that fewer councillors may enable more effective and robust discussions.

Proposed Number of Councillors

Boundaries of Wards

The map of all wards below highlights the changes by showing new and existing boundaries, and the proposed number of councillors per ward.

The reason for the boundary changes is to reduce the number of councillors to ensure effective representation of communities of interest in both urban and rural areas, and to ensure fair representation is provided to our communities.

Proposed and Existing Ward Boundaries

Map of current and proposed boundaries.

This map compares the proposed ward boundaries (blue) to the existing ward boundaries (orange), or use our GIS mapping tool below to look deeper.

Compare the proposed Boundaries

Click here to visit our GIS mapping tool and compare the proposed boundaries with the current ward boundaries.

More Boundary Maps

You can also download or view the below maps which reflect the proposed ward boundaries in this Initial Proposal.

What else is proposed to change?

Click on the topics below to read more about the changes in this initial proposal.

  • Ward name changes

    We are proposing to change the names of some of our wards, to reflect the adjusted boundaries and communities of interest.

    Proposed Change 2 | Read more 

  • Community Board boundaries to be retained

    We are proposing to retain the existing boundaries for our two community boards, even though changes to the existing ward boundaries are being proposed.

    Proposed Change 3 | Read more