Meet Riya

Your Ward 3 neighbour.

Ward 3 is home. Learn about Riya's family, community connection, experience and reasons for running.

Ward 3 resident

Serving people. Supporting our community.

I am a Ward 3 resident, Registered Nurse working in the community, wife, and mother of two—a son and a daughter. I believe strongly in serving people and supporting the community we call home.

With nearly 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, I have had the privilege of caring for and supporting people from many different backgrounds. These experiences have taught me the importance of listening carefully, showing compassion, understanding different perspectives, and approaching challenges responsibly.

Living and working in our community has also given me opportunities to connect with residents and families and better understand the everyday issues that matter to people.

Ward 3 Resident This is the community my family calls home.

Registered Nurse Working in the community, listening and caring for people.

Mother of Two Raising a son and daughter in Ward 3.

Community Focused Practical, respectful and accessible leadership.

Raising a family in Ward 3

My husband and I are raising our son and daughter here in Ward 3. Like many parents, we care deeply about the community our children are growing up in and the future we are building for them.

We want safe streets, welcoming neighbourhoods, well-maintained parks, good recreational opportunities, reliable infrastructure, and community spaces that bring people together.

I want Ward 3 to be a place where children can grow, families can thrive, seniors feel supported, and everyone feels they belong.

Why I'm running

I believe leadership begins with listening. Every conversation matters. Every concern deserves respect.

Residents deserve a councillor who is approachable, responsive, and willing to work with people to find practical solutions.

I am running because Ward 3 is my community too. I want to listen to residents, understand what matters to them, and work hard to represent our neighbourhoods at City Hall.

My approach is simple: Care about our community. Listen to residents. Act responsibly and work toward practical solutions.