Maleeha Shahid has represented East Whitby at both the local and regional level for over six years. First elected as East Ward 4 Councillor in 2018, she won the Regional Councillor seat in 2022 — and served as Deputy Mayor of Whitby in 2023. Whether advocating for a new Whitby hospital, campaigning to remove the tolls on Highways 412 and 418, or representing Whitby residents on Durham Regional Transit and planning committees, Maleeha brings the same values to every table: listen first, act with integrity, deliver real results. She has lived in Whitby for over 15 years and raises her family here — which means every decision she makes is personal.
East Whitby Hospital Site Selection — April Update
We have reached a major milestone. Durham Region has formally submitted the preferred site selection for the new East Whitby hospital to the province for approval. I want to thank every resident who signed the petition, attended the town halls, and sent letters to their MPP. This campaign worked. We are not done — provincial approval and construction timelines are still ahead — but today is a real…
Budget 2026 — What East Whitby Won
The 2026 Regional Budget passed last week and I want to give you a straight summary of what it means for our community. East Whitby secured funding for: two new traffic signals at Taunton and Rossland, accelerated design work on the Whitby recreation campus, and a pilot for expanded GO Bus service to Brooklin. We also held the line on residential tax increases — 2.8%, below inflation. I voted yes…
October 2026 Election — My Commitment to Whitby
This October, Whitby residents will choose who represents them at Durham Regional Council. I'm running again — and I want to be direct about why. We have unfinished work. The hospital site is approved but not funded. Brooklin's growth needs better transit. And East Whitby's infrastructure is still catching up to a decade of rapid development. I'm not done yet. Details on the campaign launch coming…
Community Get-Together — September 5 with Coun. Matt Cardwell
Join me and West Ward Councillor Matt Cardwell for a relaxed community gathering on September 5 — a chance to connect with neighbours, share ideas, and celebrate the spirit of Whitby. Family-friendly activities, volunteer opportunities, and a great chance to have a direct conversation with your local representatives. Sign up at maleehashahid.ca to receive the location and time details.
Student Volunteers — Earn Your Community Service Hours This Summer
Are you a high school student looking to earn your community service hours while making a real difference? I'm looking for students who want to contribute to Whitby this summer — volunteering at local events, helping with community programs, and connecting with your neighbourhood. This is your chance to be part of something bigger. Sign up at maleehashahid.ca/student-volunteers.
