VISION
A Mayor for One Caledon
Caledon is growing quickly. That growth brings real pressure: more traffic, more trucks, more demand for housing, more strain on roads, parks, recreation, healthcare, seniors’ services, and local infrastructure.
Mario Russo believes Caledon needs a Mayor who can bring the whole town together and manage that growth responsibly. Four years ago, Mario ran to represent Wards 4, 5, and 6. Today, he is running to serve all of Caledon — from Bolton to Caledon East, from Southfields to Palgrave, from Mayfield West to our rural communities and villages across the town.
His vision is simple: protect what makes Caledon special while building the services, roads, transit, housing, recreation, and economic opportunities our future requires.
TOWN-WIDE PRIORITIES
Managing Growth Responsibly
Caledon is at a turning point. Growth is coming, but it must be planned properly, phased responsibly, and supported by the infrastructure residents need. Mario will continue to push for a Caledon-first approach at the Region and Province — one that recognizes Caledon’s unique mix of rural communities, villages, hamlets, farmland, employment lands, and growing urban areas.
That means:
● infrastructure before growth, wherever possible
● roads, transit, schools, parks, healthcare, and recreation planned alongside new housing
● stronger coordination with Peel Region and the Province
● responsible planning that protects rural character and community identity
● growth that supports families, seniors, workers, and local businesses.
Caledon should not be treated like Brampton, Mississauga, or any other municipality. Caledon needs solutions built for Caledon.
Roads, Traffic, Highway 50, Mayfield Road, and Truck Safety
Traffic is one of the biggest issues facing Caledon residents. Whether it is Highway 50, Mayfield Road, Coleraine Drive, Emil Kolb Parkway, Airport Road, or local village streets, residents are feeling the pressure every day.
Mario has supported action on key road and traffic issues, including:
● pushing for long-overdue improvements to Highway 50 and Coleraine Drive
● supporting advocacy for a future GO station on Highway 50 in Bolton
● voting to investigate stronger truck restrictions on Regional Road 50 north of Mayfield Road
● supporting work on access and safety concerns in Valleywood and Mayfield West
● supporting planning work around the Highway 50 / Mayfield gateway
● continuing to press for better truck-route planning, road safety, and enforcement
As Mayor, Mario will fight for a safer, more practical road network that works for residents, businesses, commuters, emergency services, and growing communities.
Transit, GO Service, and Better Connections
Caledon needs better transportation options. That includes better local transit, better regional connections, safer active transportation, and stronger advocacy for GO service.
Mario supports:
● advancing the case for a GO train station on Highway 50 in Bolton
● better transit connections between Bolton, Southfields, Mayfield West, Caledon East, and rural communities
● improved commuter options for residents who travel to Brampton, Vaughan, Toronto, and across the GTA
● safe cycling, walking, and trail connections across the town
● practical north-south and east-west links that connect neighbourhoods, schools, parks, community hubs, and employment areas
A growing Caledon needs more than roads alone. It needs a full transportation plan.
Affordable Housing and Seniors’ Housing
Caledon needs housing that works for people at every stage of life. That means more options for young families, seniors, workers, downsizers, and residents who want to stay in the community they helped build.
Mario supports:
● more seniors’ housing near villages, hamlets, services, and transit
● responsible mixed-use development where it makes sense
● more attainable housing options for families and workers
● community-based seniors’ care and housing models
● planning that allows people to age in place
● housing that fits the character and infrastructure capacity of each community
Growth should not mean forcing long-time residents out. It should create more choices for people who want to build a future in Caledon.
Protecting Rural Caledon and Local Identity
Caledon’s rural character is one of its greatest strengths. Our farms, hamlets, villages, countryside, trails, natural areas, and small businesses are central to who we are.
Mario will work to protect:
● farmland and agricultural lands
● rural roads and community character
● hamlet identity and village vibrancy
● environmental features and watersheds
● local history and heritage
● responsible land-use planning
Growth must not erase Caledon’s identity. It must strengthen it.
Jobs, Local Business, and Economic Opportunity
Caledon needs a stronger local economy that supports small businesses, creates jobs, and gives residents more opportunities closer to home.
Mario supports:
● small business retention and expansion
● village and downtown revitalization
● employment lands that are properly planned and serviced
● higher education and training opportunities
● healthcare, agriculture, logistics, trades, professional services, and clean economic development
● business incentives where appropriate
● stronger partnerships with the Province, Region, post-secondary institutions, and local employers
A strong Caledon economy means residents can work, shop, invest, and build their lives closer to home.
Recreation, Parks, Community Centres, and Youth Opportunities
As Caledon grows, recreation and community facilities must keep up.
Mario supports a town-wide review of recreation needs, including:
● community centres
● sports fields
● arenas
● indoor recreation space
● youth programming
● seniors’ programming
● cultural and arts space
● trails and active transportation links
● future sports and recreation facilities in growth areas
Families should not have to leave Caledon to access the programs, facilities, and services their children and parents need.