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Former Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie is gearing up to run in the upcoming Mississauga mayoral election, aiming to reclaim a position she left two years ago.
In a note shared with some supporters, Crombie announced she will officially register as a candidate at Mississauga’s civic centre on Tuesday morning.
“Please join me as I officially register as a candidate for Mayor of Mississauga. I’d love to have you there as we mark this exciting moment together,” the message, seen by , said. “I hope to see you there!”
Crombie stepped down as mayor at the start of 2024 after winning a decisive victory in the 2022 election so she could become the Ontario Liberal leader.
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She led her party into the 2025 election, where they came in third place but garnered around 30 percent of the popular vote. Although Crombie initially intended to remain as leader, she resigned following lackluster support during a leadership review.
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Since stepping down from her role as Liberal leader, Crombie has made regular appearances at events in Mississauga while considering a bid to reclaim her old mayoral seat, which she held for nearly ten years.
The current mayor Carolyn Parrish, who succeeded Crombie in 2024, is also running again for re-election.
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“Well well. Bonnie Crombie announced today, at a community BBQ, that Mississauga needs stable leadership. I agree! I believe in fact we have that now!” Parrish wrote on social media.
“No aspirations to other levels of government. Total dedication to our city. Hopefully we all agree with Ms Crombie!”
Premier Doug Ford, who had frequent clashes with Crombie during her time as Liberal leader, has praised Parrish and stated he will send an “army” of supporters to make sure Crombie doesn’t win.
Coun. Dipika Damerla and Coun. Alvin Tedjo are also currently signed up to run in the Mississauga mayoral race.
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