Three candidates contest Ward 7 seat in Oakville municipal election

Oakville News reports that three candidates are registered to contest Ward 7 in Oakville’s 2026 municipal election: incumbent Scott Xie and challengers Ali Hosny and Zulfi Malik.

Xie was first elected as Ward 7 councillor in 2022. Hosny previously ran for Oakville-North Burlington MPP with the Green Party in 2022 and 2025, while Malik is making his first run for local office.

Oakville News interviewed Xie and Hosny, but says Malik did not respond to repeated interview requests. The published responses address growth, infrastructure, e-scooter safety, proposed AI data centres, public consultation and municipal spending. Election Day is set for Oct. 26.

Reported by Oakville News · also carried by Inside Halton (via Google News), Oakville News (via Google News) · follows a story briefed 2026-10-18

Bronte projects and transparency take centre stage in mayoral debate

Oakville News reported that all five mayoral candidates participated in a debate hosted by the Bronte Village Residents Association at Eastview Public School. BVRA president Harry O’Shea moderated the event, which also included candidates for Ward 1 town council.

The candidates discussed Bronte projects, infrastructure, spending and municipal transparency. Rob Burton defended his record and called for continuity, while Julia Hanna focused on budget scrutiny, parking and towing concerns, and project timelines. Jeff Knoll emphasized municipal experience and business investment, Sean O’Meara highlighted infrastructure work and public input, and Arvind Choudhary called for greater access to development records and an open-door approach.

Candidates also addressed the Bronte Village Streetscape Plan and Bronte Waterfront Strategy, including how to keep projects on schedule and within budget. They offered different views on consultations, funding, government cooperation and the town’s approach to communicating with residents.

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Oakville man charged in catalytic converter theft investigation

Oakville News reports that Toronto police have arrested and charged Corey Peter Lane, 29, in connection with catalytic converter thefts from seven Second Harvest trucks. Police also allege he is linked to break-ins at two Etobicoke businesses.

Lane faces nine charges, including counts related to breaking and entering and alleged breaches of a release order and probation order. Police said tools were recovered during a search of an Oakville residence, but the stolen converters have not been found. The charges have not been proven in court.

Investigators are still looking for the vehicle involved and at least one other suspect. Second Harvest previously estimated repairs and replacement costs at about $80,000, while Aurora Foods announced a $60,000 donation to support the charity. Police are asking anyone with information to call 416-808-2200 or Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477).

Reported by Oakville News