Mayor Sutcliffe Seeks Re-election With New Vision for City Hall
As the 2026 municipal election ramps up, the mayor outlines his priorities for four more years leading Ottawa.
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Mark Sutcliffe is running for another term as Ottawa mayor, and the race is officially underway.
As the 2026 municipal election starts to ramp up, the Ottawa Citizen is examining what the four mayoral candidates are promising for the campaign ahead. This week, the outlet is sharing stories about each candidate and what they hope to change—or keep—at City Hall.
Sutcliffe's campaign kicks off a competitive race that will shape the city's direction over the next four years. His platform will outline priorities across civic services, transit, housing, and neighborhood development as Ottawa voters prepare to head to the polls.