Candidate record
Offices held or sought
- Elected as a Ward 6 councillor in 2022; seeking re-election in 2026.
Prior election results
- Elected in Ward 6 in 2022 with 668 votes, one more than Jim Larouche’s 667. Both are candidates again in 2026.
Background and community work
Connection to Welland and the ward
- Ward 6 councillor for the 2022–2026 term.
- Moved to Welland at about age nine and returned to live in the city in 2013.
Education and credentials
- Attended St. Augustine Elementary School, Welland High and Niagara College.
Work and leadership experience
- Owned and operated Computer Outlet in Welland from 1992 to 1998.
- 35 years of experience in information technology.
- IT analyst with the City of Port Colborne, where he has worked in IT for 17 years.
Municipal and public-service record
- Elected to Welland City Council in 2022.
- Seconded the April 9, 2024 motion asking staff for council-size options aimed at reducing taxpayer costs.
Committee and community service
- The City of Welland Ward Six Councillors page lists Jamie Lee on the Niagara Central Airport Commission and Welland Public Library Board.
- Royal Canadian Legion member; involved in charity motorcycle rides supporting Help A Child Smile for 17 years.
Campaign priorities
- Wants roads and sewers to keep pace with south-end growth, with advance planning for traffic capacity and safety.
- Wants shelter operations addressed and relocation considered, while maintaining that Welland needs a shelter.
Other positions
Reasons for running and priorities
- Seeking re-election to remain an accessible, independent voice for Ward 6 residents.
Budget and financial experience
- Calls for spending reviews and affordability without deferring necessary road, sewer and infrastructure work.
Council size and representation
- Seconded the April 9, 2024 motion requesting council-size options to reduce taxpayer costs; the motion did not specify a preferred size.
Campaign contact details
- Campaign: 905-650-5200 · jamieleeward6@gmail.com.
- City office: jamie.lee@welland.ca.
2022 campaign finances
Ward 6 councillor · May 6, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
- Total contributions: $2,765.85
- Total campaign income: $2,765.85
- Total campaign expenses: $2,635.11
Contributions are included in income. Totals include reported goods and services.