Amanda Fellows
Candidate for Ward 8 councillor in the 2026 Barrie municipal election.
- 2 times on the record
- 0 times elected
Campaign contact
- Campaign website
- fellows4ward8@gmail.com
- 705-220-4023
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In their own words
Verbatim, attributed, dated. Every passage below is copied exactly from an archived copy of its source — a campaign website, a news article, or the candidate's own social media post — and links to it. Nothing is paraphrased by this site and no for-or-against label is applied: read the words, follow the link. Passages from news coverage say whether they are the candidate quoted, the reporter's reported speech, or the reporter's characterisation.
Compiled in a research batch dated September 11, 2026, reviewed by hand before publication on October 8, 2026. Passages are capped at 60 words and listed newest first. Campaign pages are undated, so only the retrieval date is shown for them, and they sort by it. A candidate with nothing located on an issue is listed as such, with the date their sources were checked; a race is shown only once every candidate in it has been checked. See methodology.
Taxes
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Council needs to ask whether every dollar being spent is necessary, whether it is getting results and whether there is a better way to do things.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, 'Harder questions' must be asked about Barrie’s growth, says Ward 8 newcomer, September 16, 2026 (paragraph 7, last sentence). Read October 7, 2026. news
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Barrie residents are facing increasing costs everywhere they turn. Property taxes are part of that pressure, and Council has a responsibility to demonstrate that residents are receiving real value for the money they contribute.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'RESPONSIBLE SPENDING', paragraph 1. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
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Responsible spending doesn't simply mean cutting services. It means setting priorities, measuring results and being willing to question spending when the value isn't clear.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'RESPONSIBLE SPENDING', paragraph 2. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
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Investment in core infrastructure and services before unnecessary extras.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'RESPONSIBLE SPENDING', fourth bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Encampments
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We cannot solve homelessness simply by moving people somewhere else, and we can’t ignore the concerns residents have about safety in their neighbourhoods. We need to talk honestly about both and address the root causes of these challenges, rather than sweeping them under the rug.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, 'Harder questions' must be asked about Barrie’s growth, says Ward 8 newcomer, September 16, 2026 (paragraph 9). Read October 7, 2026. news
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Practical, evidence-informed responses to homelessness that recognize both community safety and human dignity.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'PEOPLE-FIRST LEADERSHIP', second bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Safety & policing
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Community safety approaches that address immediate concerns while also recognizing the underlying root causes contributing to them.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'PEOPLE-FIRST LEADERSHIP', fifth bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Housing
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Barrie is growing quickly, and I’m not opposed to growth. But I think we need to ask harder questions about how and where that growth happens.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, 'Harder questions' must be asked about Barrie’s growth, says Ward 8 newcomer, September 16, 2026 (paragraph 5). Read October 7, 2026. news
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More affordable and diverse housing options, including supportive and non-market housing.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'PEOPLE-FIRST LEADERSHIP', first bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
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A stronger focus on housing options that people at different incomes and stages of life can actually afford.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'THOUGHTFUL GROWTH', fifth bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
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Barrie is going to grow, and Ward 8 will be part of that growth. I support development that adds needed housing and contributes positively to our city, but every development needs to be considered within the bigger picture.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'THOUGHTFUL GROWTH', paragraph 2. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Major investments
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Strong scrutiny of major spending decisions and long-term financial commitments.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'RESPONSIBLE SPENDING', second bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Infrastructure
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“As Ward 8 continues to grow, I think we need to be looking ahead at where the pressure points are going to be and making sure our roads and neighbourhoods are keeping up,”
Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 22). Read October 7, 2026. news
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When development is proposed, we need to look beyond one application and consider what is already happening in the surrounding neighbourhood — traffic, infrastructure, schools, parks, affordability and whether the services people rely on are keeping pace.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, 'Harder questions' must be asked about Barrie’s growth, says Ward 8 newcomer, September 16, 2026 (paragraph 6). Read October 7, 2026. news
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Infrastructure and community services that keep pace with development.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'THOUGHTFUL GROWTH', third bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
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That means looking at the cumulative impact of development on traffic, roads, schools, parks, infrastructure and existing neighbourhoods — not evaluating each application in isolation.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'THOUGHTFUL GROWTH', paragraph 3. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Climate and flooding
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Protecting our tree canopy and green spaces as Barrie grows.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'THOUGHTFUL GROWTH', second bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Speed cameras
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Her main issue is traffic and road safety, which she said has been the most consistent concern she has heard while speaking with residents.
Source: As reported by CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 19, second sentence). Read October 7, 2026. news reported
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Fellows said the city should take a more proactive approach to traffic calming instead of waiting long periods of time.
Source: As reported by CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 21). Read October 7, 2026. news reported
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“People are talking about speeding on residential streets, roads that are carrying more traffic as the city grows, and places where residents simply don’t feel safe walking or crossing, such as in school zones. I’d like to see us be more proactive about that.”
Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 23). Read October 7, 2026. news
General
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“Sometimes we need people at the table who are willing to look at things differently and question whether the way we’ve always done things is still working.”
Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 18). Read October 7, 2026. news
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Residents shouldn’t have to follow council agendas or dig through city reports to understand what is happening in their own neighbourhood.
Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, 'Harder questions' must be asked about Barrie’s growth, says Ward 8 newcomer, September 16, 2026 (paragraph 10, second sentence). Read October 7, 2026. news
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Protecting our tree canopy and green spaces as Barrie grows.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My Platform', under 'THOUGHTFUL GROWTH', second bullet. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
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I will hold monthly Ward 8 town halls where residents can ask questions, raise concerns, hear what's happening at City Hall and talk directly with me about what's happening in their neighbourhoods.
Source: amandafellows.ca, Home page, 'My promises to Ward 8', item 2. Page. The page is undated; retrieved and archived September 10, 2026. site
Not yet checked for this race: social media posts.
Electoral record
Ran, not elected Contesting now
| Year | Contest | Votes | Share | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ward 8 councillor | — | — | Contesting now |
| 2022 | Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board — Wards 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 | 838 | 37.8% | Not elected |
Sources: City of Barrie certificates of election results. See all election results for the full documents.
In full
Each contest Amanda Fellows was part of, with the whole field, because a result only means something next to what it was up against.
2022: Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board — Wards 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10
| Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Hardie Elected Incumbent | 1,041 | 47.0% |
| Amanda Fellows | 838 | 37.8% |
| Ilona Zankovica-Rivera | 336 | 15.2% |
Expenses
What Amanda Fellows's disclosed spending went to, from the public record, reclassified into the same spending-type buckets on both sides — see council expenses and campaign finance for how every member and candidate compares.
Compliance & Legal Voter Outreach & Data Conference & Travel Meals & Appreciation Events & Sponsorships Advertising & Media Print & Communications Office & Administration Corporate (phone/tablet) Other / miscellaneous
Compiled from the public electoral record. If anything here is wrong, please tell us on the corrections page. Names are linked across elections only where we have confirmed by hand that the records refer to the same person; where we are unsure, they are kept separate.
Common questions
Who is Amanda Fellows?
Amanda Fellows is a candidate for Ward 8 councillor in the 2026 Barrie municipal election, and previously ran in Barrie in 2022.
What is Amanda Fellows running for in Barrie?
Ward 8 councillor, on the ballot in the 2026 Barrie municipal election. Election day is October 26, 2026; internet and telephone voting opens October 16. See everyone running in this race.
Is Amanda Fellows an incumbent?
No. Amanda Fellows does not currently hold the seat being contested. The sitting members are listed at incumbents.
Has Amanda Fellows run for office before?
Yes: on a Barrie municipal ballot in 2022. The full record, with votes and results for every race, is below.
How do I contact Amanda Fellows's campaign?
The campaign published a campaign website, an email address, a phone number on the City of Barrie's certified candidates list; they are shown under campaign contact above. This site does not reproduce home addresses.
Who can vote for Amanda Fellows?
Voters who live in Ward 8 under the 2026 boundaries. Not sure which ward you are in? Enter your address.