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Olivia Chow elected as Toronto mayor for second term in victory for progressives

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Briefings

Toronto's Olivia Chow secured a decisive second term as mayor with a 13-percentage-point victory over rival Brad Bradford, achieving record voter turnout. Chow received 54% of the vote while Bradford received 41%, reflecting a wave of support for progressive candidates. The election occurred in October 2026, marking a significant shift in Toronto's political landscape.

Key points

• Olivia Chow defeated Brad Bradford in Toronto's second mayoral election with a 13-percentage-point margin.
• Chow received 54% of the vote against Bradford's 41% in a tightly contested race.

Context

Toronto's mayor, Olivia Chow, secured a decisive second term as mayor with a 13-percentage-point victory over rival Brad Bradford, achieving record voter turnout. The election occurred in October 2026, marking a significant shift in Toronto's political landscape.

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Evidence covers only the October 2026 election results and does not include prior polling data, campaign history, or long-term policy impacts.

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