An update from Anna Hopkins Our Ward 9 City Councillor
difference. Whether you attended meetings, sent emails, or called to share your thoughts, your voice matters. Public participation holds us, as elected officials, accountable—and it shapes better outcomes for everyone. I’d also like to recognize the developers and builders who go the extra mile to hold information sessions and respond to community concerns. Our city is at its best when neighbours, builders, and staff collaborate, compromise, and work together in good faith. As a Candidate for Ward 9 in this year ’ s Munici will be a number of conversations that I will be constituents. Lastly, with Mother’s Day around the corner, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the mothers in our community. Whether you’re celebrating with flowers, a heartfelt card, a meal at her favourite spot, or simply by finishing that project she’s been waiting on, what matters most is time spent together. As always, I welcome your thoughts, questions, and feedback. Please feel free to reach out to me at ahopkins@london.ca or
A Note of Gratitude from Councillor Anna Hopkins
As the first buds begin to appear on the trees and spring’s earliest blooms brighten our neighbourhoods, I’m rem- inded of the strength that comes from renewal—and the incredible resilience of our community.
When we come together, we uplift one another, strengthen our shared purpose, and spark inspiration to continue striving for the best possible future. Simply put: we’re stronger together. Ward 9 continues to lead the way in growth across our city. From infill developments and four-units-by-right projects to new subdivisions, change is all around us. The provincial mandate to build 47,000 new units by 2031 has made clear the urgency of increasing housing supply. Most residents I speak with agree—housing is needed, especially deeply affordable housing. I want to sincerely thank everyone who participated in the recent Council meeting regarding the Boler/Byron Baseline zoning application for a six-storey, 62-unit building. Your thoughtful engagement, your patience with the process, and your continued willingness to be involved truly make a
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