ENDORSEMENTS
ENDORSEMENTS
George Lalata
“We endorse Kevin Ashe for Mayor to continue growing our community in a positive and progressive manner.Pickering is becoming one of Ontario’s premier cities, and we need a strong and experienced leader at the helm.”
President, Filipino Basketball Association of Durham
Kurtis McAleer
“While I served as Chair of the Durham Youth Council, Kevin sat on our Board of Directors. He never missed a meeting and never turned an opportunity to help mentor any local youth wanting to get involved in politics and the community. For the next generation, I’m supporting Kevin Ashe for Mayor.”
Founder of the Durham Youth Council
Brad Duguid
“Kevin Ashe has spent most of his life serving this community. His passion for Pickering and his vision for the future is exactly what Pickering needs today. The fact he’s a down to earth nice guy makes it easy for me to support Kevin for Mayor of Pickering.”
Former MPP & Minister of Economic Development and Growth
Mayor Dave Ryan
“The office of Mayor is not an entry level position. The City of Pickering is at a pivotal moment in our history with many important projects on the horizon. Pickering Council is going to have new voices at the table, which is a good thing, but that needs to be balanced with an experienced Mayor who knows how to guide council on the important issues facing our city. Kevin has that experience and will bring a fresh perspective and energy to the office.”
Longest Serving Mayor of the City of Pickering (2003-2022)
Wayne Arthurs
“Kevin understands that challenges are not obstacles but opportunities. He is a consensus builder, with the leadership abilities, to keep moving the city forward. I support Kevin’s bid to be the fifth and next Mayor of the City of Pickering.”
Former Mayor of Pickering (1988-2003) & Former MPP, Pickering-Scarborough East (2003-2011)
“With Kevin Ashe as Mayor, I’m confident that Pickering will become a world class city when it comes to innovation, arts, culture and tourism. His support of a Performing Arts Centre, an Amphitheatre and the Studios at Durham Live prove he not only talks the talk, but he walks the walk. Kevin Ashe is a champion of the people and I’m happy to endorse him as our next Mayor of Pickering.”
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Pickering Resident, RIAA Diamond selling & Grammy Award winning Producer
Janet Ecker
“Municipal government has the most direct impact on our communities, for good or ill. That’s why it’s critical to choose a Mayor who has the experience and understanding Pickering needs to create good jobs, to build supports for community growth and to protect our quality of life. Kevin Ashe has demonstrated that kind of leadership.”
Former Ontario Minister of Finance & MPP for Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge
Mohammed Rahim
“I’m happy to endorse Kevin Ashe for Mayor because of his past and continued support of the entire Pickering community. He is a proven leader who has always supported diversity and inclusion in the City of Pickering. I am looking forward to working with Kevin as our next Mayor.”
Community Leader
Spider Jones
“I’ve lived in Pickering since 1993 and have spent countless hours volunteering in many different communities. Kevin Ashe will be a fighter for our community. As a passionate advocate for our youth, I know Kevin will stand up for the future generation and support those who need it most here in Pickering. Kevin has my full support to be our next Mayor.”
3-Time Golden Glove Champion, Canadian Boxing Hall of Famer, Mentor & Champion of Youth
Joyce Marshall
“I am happy to endorse Kevin Ashe as the next Mayor of the City of Pickering. In memory of Kevin’s Dad, George Ashe, who served as the first Mayor of the Town of Pickering and in memory of my husband, Noel Marshall who was Administrator-Clerk for the Town of Pickering at that time. They made a good team, and I am confident Kevin will provide that same kind of principled leadership and commitment to community that they did.”
Durham Region Hospice Board Member & Volunteer
Suresh Kumar
“Councillor Kevin Ashe has always been a strong promoter of businesses and jobs. As Pickering’s next Mayor, Kevin will make local jobs a number one priority so we don’t have to commute to Toronto to work. Kevin has my full support.”
Founder & CEO of Connecting GTA
Pauline Browes
“n an election about Pickering’s future, it’s important to look at who’s been there and done the work. Kevin Ashe is that person. He has proven leadership experience in dealing with the tough issues facing Pickering and is a hard-worker who cares deeply in representing the residents of the community.”
Former MP & Minister of State for the Environment
Audra Leslie
“I met Kevin in 2015 at an APBOT event. Kevin was very interested in my business and the challenges I was facing. Since that day and right through Covid, I witnessed Kevin being a champion for not only my businesses but other small businesses in the community. Kevin is a very honest, hardworking and considerate man and understands what businesses need in today’s climate. I am proud to support Kevin for Mayor of Pickering.”
Owner of Graymatter Media and Be Safe PPE & More
Dianne Hurtubsie
& Garry Ashe
“George and Margo would be so proud of Kevin’s decision to run for Mayor… there is no doubt he will be an excellent Mayor for the City of Pickering.”
Siblings of the late George Ashe
Diana Hills
“Kevin is always first in line to give a helping hand to any cause in our community. Something I’ve experienced and witnessed time and time again through my charitable volunteer work. I’m supporting Kevin Ashe because of his commitment to the people, his vision for the future and his significant leadership experience.”
Chair of the Pickering Mayors Gala & Community Leader
Tom Quinn
“I started my career at the Township of Pickering under the leadership of Mayor George Ashe. When I ended my career of 40 years at the City of Pickering as the CAO, his son, Kevin Ashe was on Council. There is no doubt in my mind that Kevin will be equally successful as our Mayor.”
Former CAO of the City of Pickering
Steve Apostolopoulos
“Kevin Ashe’s priority for Pickering has been good-paying, local jobs, keeping taxes low and creating a safe city where residents can live, work and play in Pickering. I’m looking forward to working with Kevin on bringing many more jobs to Pickering!”
Managing Partner, Durham Live & Triple Properties
Zak Rhemtulla
“Kevin Ashe has been a strong supporter of youth initiatives in the City of Pickering and across the entire Region of Durham. I know him to be someone who sees deep value in the next generation of community leaders. This election is about the future of Pickering, that’s why I’m supporting Kevin Ashe for Mayor.”
Former Pickering Youth Councillor
Blayne Lastman
“Who would be a better Mayor of Pickering than Kevin Ashe? … Nobodyyyyyyy!”
President, Lastman’s Bad Boy
Shashi Bhatia
“City of Pickering is a community of communities a home of people who came here from all over the world. Kevin Ashe welcomes diversity, leads the charge for a fiscally responsible, safe and healthy Pickering that we all can be proud of.”
Founding Chair Indo-Canadian Cultural Association of Durham
Sue Johnson
“Rick and Kevin were Council colleagues and friends for many years. There is no doubt in my mind Rick would be voting for Kevin for Mayor and I urge all Pickering resident to do the same. Kevin will make a great Mayor”
Community Leader, Wife of Former Councillor Rick Johnson
Giovanni Conte
“Kevin Ashe has been a strong ally of community organizations across Pickering for many, many years. As Mayor, I know Kevin will continue to be a community builder for Pickering. I’m looking forward to working with Kevin and seeing him at lots of events at the club.”
President, Pickering Ajax Italian Social Club
Myrna Picotte
“Kevin has my support for Mayor because he is someone who stands up for the community. He is a listener who fights for the little guy and responds promptly to local issues when brought to his attention. On October 24, my vote will be for Kevin Ashe for Mayor.”
Community Leader
Dr. Alvin Curling
“Kevin Ashe is a person of vision with effective leadership skills. Kevin’s understanding of this extremely culturally diverse city and his representation in Pickering over the last 25 years makes him the most qualified and appropriate individual to be the Mayor. It is with pride and respect that I endorse his candidacy.”
Former Speaker of the Legislature & Former Canadian Ambassador
Kevin Cahill
“I’ve lived in Pickering my whole life and have known Kevin since kindergarten. He and his family’s commitment to our city has been unwavering for the past 50+ years. I’m thrilled to support Kevin Ashe for Mayor.”
Lifelong Pickering Resident & Community Leader
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