Lifelong Welland resident, business owner and homeowner.
Albano reports being a Microsoft Certified System Engineer.
Source: Candidate submission · 05/10/2026
Albano reports graduating from Fanshawe College’s Computer System Support Specialist program.
Source: Candidate submission · 05/10/2026
Owner and operator of Millennium Computers since 2000.
More than 25 years in business.
Mentored co-op students and provided John Howard Society work placements.
Priorities include listening, being present and responding to neighbourhood needs.
Advocates online plain-language budget summaries, regular spending reports and independent departmental audits; would challenge wasteful or unexplained spending.
Supports zoning changes for more affordable housing types, non-profit housing partnerships and faster affordable-project approvals, with residents involved in development decisions.
Supports police funding, community policing, better lighting and infrastructure in high-risk areas, and mental health and crisis response resources.
Advocates permanent supportive housing, coordinated outreach and local mental health and addiction treatment resources, with residents and businesses involved in solutions.
Would streamline business permits, reduce red tape, seek Ward 2 economic development investment and new employers, and promote tourism and local events.
Promises an open-door policy, responses to constituent inquiries within 48 hours and regular updates on council decisions affecting Ward 2; would put community needs first in council votes.
Prioritizes children’s safety in school zones.
Has managed business budgets and payroll as a small business owner.
Retired wholesale-distribution senior manager, with experience in labour relations, contract negotiations, benefits and pensions, and daily operations.
Worked for Statistics Canada on the 2026 census, helping residents complete it.
Prioritizes clean, safe neighbourhoods, City monitoring of higher-density development, and more parking spaces in new developments.
Founder and director of the Art Gallery of Welland.
The Art Gallery of Welland biography describes Aldo Parrotta as an artist, educator and strategic creative leader, with a background in traditional fine arts (painting, life drawing and visual arts) and expertise in photography, videography and digital storytelling.
An October 2023 City of St. Catharines report lists Aldo Parrotta as a Welland Creatives Network member, graphic designer and volunteer spearheading an effort to establish a public art gallery in Welland.
More than ten years of municipal advisory service.
Service on six municipal advisory committees: Seniors, Heritage, Town and Gown, Arts and Culture, Accessibility, and the former Transit committee.
Member of the City’s Arts and Culture Committee.
Founder of the Art on Welland Bell Boxes project.
Aims to bring advisory-committee experience to decisions as a councillor.
His campaign emphasizes listening, action and collaboration.
He proposes making growth contribute to local infrastructure costs.
He commits to championing neighbourhood traffic safety.
He proposes more accessible recreation spaces, parks and streets.
He commits to regular face-to-face meetings with Ward 2 residents.
He commits to proactive online updates about local issues.
He pledges honest representation of residents.
He promises greater council transparency and accountability.
He commits to protecting vulnerable senior-care facilities.
He pledges responsible spending and budget readiness from the outset.
He supports grassroots arts and culture.
He commits to preserving local heritage and architecture.
He pledges stronger community and business partnerships.
He advocates coordinated housing, addiction treatment, mental-health and employment supports for long-term independence, working with Niagara Region, healthcare providers, police and community partners.
He supports clean, welcoming parks, streets, transit areas and business districts, respectful public-space use, compassionate outreach and emergency help during crises.
He would measure progress through fewer encampments and recurring crises, better access to housing and treatment, and safer public spaces.
He commits to updating residents on hospital decisions and pressing for Ward 2 input in consultations.
Wants roads, drainage, parking, sidewalks and servicing planned together for future growth.
He was born and raised in Ward 2, has lived there for more than 50 years, and runs a business there.
Source: Candidate submission · 21/09/2026
A directly opened REALTOR.ca profile headed Steve Yochim states that he has Canadian Mutual Funds and Mortgage Agent licenses.
Real estate and mortgage work, with previous roles in mortgage management at TD Canada Trust, credit advising at PenFinancial Credit Union, and district management at Wells Fargo.
At least 35 years of experience in the financial-services industry.
Source: Candidate submission · 14/09/2026
Experience in strategic planning, financial accountability and streamlining corporate structures.
Source: Candidate submission · 14/09/2026
Serves as a director on The Hope Centre’s board.
He previously served as vice-chair of the Welland Downtown BIA.
Source: Candidate submission · 23/09/2026
Founder of Niagara's Skate for Kids program.
Source: Candidate submission · 23/09/2026
Skate for Kids received skates, helmets and jerseys through NHLPA Goals & Dreams, with former NHL player Brad Boyes serving as the program's ambassador.
Source: Candidate submission · 25/09/2026
Founder of the Robert Petruniak Memorial Golf Tournament.
Source: Candidate submission · 23/09/2026
Clearer city financial reporting, a review of major spending, and a four-year freeze on mayor and councillor salaries.
Source: Candidate submission · 21/09/2026
Prioritizes roads and sidewalks, protection of Chippawa Park, and development that accounts for traffic, stormwater and green space.
Source: Candidate submission · 21/09/2026
Regular opportunities for Ward 2 residents to speak with him, ward updates, and help navigating City services.
Source: Candidate submission · 21/09/2026
Wants community groups to maintain Chippawa Park's pond for skating and to support existing and new Ward 2 businesses.
Source: Candidate submission · 23/09/2026
Supports working with Niagara Region, community organizations and other levels of government on transitional housing, addiction treatment and mental-health services.
Source: Candidate submission · 21/09/2026
Supports exploring help for people returning to employment, backing existing community organizations, and seeking measurable results from publicly funded programs.
Source: Candidate submission · 21/09/2026
Opposes the Ontario Road shelter decision, citing inadequate transparency for the affected neighbourhood.
Received 512 votes in Ward 2 in 2022; certified to run in Ward 2 again in 2026.
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