2026 Kingston Municipal Elections: District 8 - Meadowbrook-Strathcona

Incumbent Jeff McLaren is running against challengers Daria Juudi-Hope and Roger Dennis.

This is a series of profiles of the candidates running in this year's municipal election in Kingston.

Today, we are highlighting the candidates running for the council seat in District 8 - Meadowbrook-Strathcona.

Situated right in the centre of Kingston, Meadowbrook-Strathcona combines residential, industrial, green space, and businesses to form a unique area for residents. The centrepiece is the VIA Rail train station which handles over 347,000 passengers each year.

Jeff McLaren is the incumbent. He is taking on challengers Daria Juudi-Hope and Roger Dennis.

We asked the candidates why you are running for Council in Meadowbrook-Strathcona?

McLaren:

Juudi-Hope:

Dennis:

Describe your platform. What do you hope to accomplish as the district councillor?

Dennis:

McLaren:

Juudi-Hope:

Tell us a little about yourself?

Juudi-Hope:

Dennis:

McLaren:  

Kingston residents will be electing a new council on October 26.

Story by Ken Hashizume

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