Samina Alim

Candidate for Ward 8 councillor in the 2026 Barrie municipal election.

1 time on the record
0 times elected

Campaign contact

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In their own words

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Compiled in a research batch dated September 11, 2026, reviewed by hand before publication on October 8, 2026.

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Support results-oriented investment and responsible development that creates opportunity

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '04 Local economy & community character', first bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site

Transportation

Smoother traffic, safer streets and a real alternative to driving.

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '02 Roads, traffic & infrastructure', introduction. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site
Better transit connections, with safe walking routes to stops

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '02 Roads, traffic & infrastructure', third bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site
More crossings, sidewalks and traffic calming for pedestrians

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '02 Roads, traffic & infrastructure', fourth bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site

Encampments

Coordinated action on homelessness and addiction

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '01 Safety & community well-being', third bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site
Work with government and community partners to connect housing with voluntary treatment, counselling and transitional support

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '03 Housing, homelessness & addiction', first bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site

Safety & policing

Practical municipal action for safer neighbourhoods: prevention first, and a timely response when it's needed.

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '01 Safety & community well-being', introduction. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site
Working with police for faster, more responsive service

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '01 Safety & community well-being', second bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site

Housing

Affordability varies from person to person. I support practical solutions that make stable housing more accessible and help people experiencing homelessness move into shelter, supportive or permanent homes.

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '03 Housing, homelessness & addiction', introduction. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site

Infrastructure

New development pays its fair share toward the roads and services growing neighbourhoods need

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '02 Roads, traffic & infrastructure', fifth bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site
“My policy and regulatory experts taught me that growth needs planning: roads, drainage, traffic, parks and services should keep pace with development,”

Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 28). Read October 7, 2026. Media coverage

General

My priorities for Ward 8 are clear: safer neighbourhoods and responsive policing, emergency preparedness, roads and infrastructure planned alongside responsible growth, protecting parks, green spaces and farmland, manageable housing solutions, and support for local businesses.

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', introduction, first sentence. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site
Make sure growth doesn't come at the cost of our natural, agricultural and recreational spaces

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'My priorities for Ward 8', under '04 Local economy & community character', third bullet. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site

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Residents should always be able to see what was promised, what was completed, what was spent and what still needs to be done, so our community has a clear picture of where things stand.

Source: saminaalim.ca, Home page, 'How I'll stay accountable', introduction. Page. Undated; archived October 7, 2026. Official site
This experience can translate into practical municipal oversight — setting clear objectives, tracking progress, asking where resources are going and helping ensure that commitments remain visible after a decision is made.

Source: As quoted in barrietoday.com, Ward 8 candidate's career shaped by law, public policy and judicial work, September 28, 2026 (paragraph 9, second sentence). Read October 7, 2026. Media coverage
“Safety, infrastructure and responsible growth, protecting green spaces and youth involvement and opportunities would be my priorities in particular and community in general,”

Source: As quoted in CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 26). Read October 7, 2026. Media coverage
She highlighted accountability and said she wants to remain informed about provincial justice and mentorship policies that could support greater youth involvement at the municipal level.

Source: As reported by CompassNews, Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city, September 25, 2026 (paragraph 30). Read October 7, 2026. Media coverage reported

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Electoral record

Samina Alim has not appeared on a Barrie ballot at any level before 2026, on the records we hold. Municipal records begin in 2003.

Coverage

Reporting that names Samina Alim, from this site's media index, newest first.

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October 5, 2026 Barrie Election profile Bayshore Broadcasting
September 28, 2026 Ward 8 candidate's career shaped by law, public policy and judicial work barrietoday.com
September 25, 2026 Ward 8 candidates focus on growth, safety and a changing city CompassNews

Compiled from the public electoral record.

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Common questions

Who is Samina Alim?

Samina Alim is a candidate for Ward 8 councillor in the 2026 Barrie municipal election. This is their first Barrie municipal candidacy in the records this site holds, which run from 2003.

What is Samina Alim 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 Samina Alim an incumbent?

No. Samina Alim does not currently hold the seat being contested. The sitting members are listed at incumbents.

Has Samina Alim run for office before?

Not in the records this site holds, which cover every Barrie municipal election since 2003 and federal and provincial races for Barrie-area ridings.

How do I contact Samina Alim's campaign?

The campaign published a campaign website, an email address 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 Samina Alim?

Voters who live in Ward 8 under the 2026 boundaries. Not sure which ward you are in? Enter your address.