HON. MARK HOLLAND
Canada's Former Minister of Health
Former Member of Parliament - Ajax-Pickering
Former Acting Mayor of Pickering
Former Pickering City & Regional Councillor, Ward 2
I was deeply fortunate to have represented Ward 2 in Pickering for seven years as City Councillor and Regional Councillor, from 1997 to 2004, before going on to serve the community as MP for Ajax-Pickering.
I care deeply about the work we were able to do together during those years and have felt fortunate to see it carried on by Mara Nagy as your current Councillor. We have worked closely together on issues that have impacted Pickering, and I was always impressed not just by what she has accomplished, but how she has done it.
She is thoughtful, authentic, and deeply cares about Pickering and the people she represents. What makes Mara particularly effective is her ability to work across different levels of government. She understands that delivering results for residents requires building relationships and credibility beyond city council chambers, and she has done exactly that.
Her roots in Ward 2 run deep; she has lived here most of her life and is now raising her family here. Her background spans environmental advocacy, where she successfully fought to repeal the wetlands MZO in south Pickering, to education and community development, and she is currently completing her PhD at York University studying community development and local history in this region. That depth of knowledge makes her a more effective advocate, because she is not just asking for things, she is making the case for them with clarity and purpose.
I appreciate your consideration of Mara on October 26th and am pleased to offer her my endorsement for the upcoming election.
STEPHEN LINTON
Durham District School Board Trustee - Pickering
As a school board trustee, my focus is always on the well-being, safety, and future of our children and families. To build a community where our students can truly thrive, we need strong partners at City Hall who share that commitment. That is why I am incredibly proud to endorse Mara Nagy for re-election.
Working alongside Mara, I have seen her unwavering dedication to the families of Pickering. She deeply understands that the health of our schools and the strength of our neighbourhoods are completely connected.
Whether she is advocating for safer school zones, championing accessible community spaces, or supporting local youth initiatives, Mara is always ready to collaborate and find solutions that put families first.
We need leaders who bridge the gap between our schools, our doorsteps, and local government. Mara Nagy is exactly that kind of leader, and she has my full support. Let's keep her working for us at City Hall!
EMMA CUNNINGHAM
Durham District School Board Trustee - Pickering
As a DDSB Trustee, I’ve seen firsthand what it means to have a true partner at the municipal table, and that partner is Mara Nagy.
When it mattered most, Mara didn’t just vote for inclusion, she stood up publicly and said the quiet part out loud: ‘neutrality itself is a privilege.’ That kind of courage is rare in local politics, and it’s exactly what our students and families in Durham Region need from their elected leaders.
Mara understands that the wellbeing of our kids doesn’t stop at the school gate, and she has consistently shown up to build bridges between the City and our Board rather than silos between them.
Working alongside her, I’ve come to trust that when we bring a challenge to Mara, we don’t just get a sympathetic ear, we get real, collaborative results.