🗳️ Ward 10 · Greater Sudbury · Election 2026
Derek Young for Ward 10.
The Time is Now.
The time is now to move forward together. Our campaign brings realistic solutions that improve prosperity for all, protect Sudbury and create a place we can be proud to call home.
#proudtocallhome · #ProsperityForAll · #protectsudbury
180
day action plan
16k+
Ward 10 residents
21.4
square km
Plan 180 · Leading By Example
A roadmap for the first 180 days in office
This campaign is focused on the positive and uplifting change that can happen when everyone comes together with a plan to make a difference.
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Proud to Call Sudbury Home
A more compassionate action plan to end chronic homelessness, a dedicated daily parks crew downtown, and the “Changing Hearts” program focused on employment and life skills.
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Protect Sudbury
Increased first-responder support to cut response times, a review of by-law officer hiring with a better complaint-response plan, and safer school zones with enhanced signage.
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Prosperity For All
A Construction Mitigation Program to support local business, an OADA-compliant accessibility committee, and reinstating the Civic Arts & Culture Fund to drive economic development.
Meet Derek
A passionate Ward 10 resident
As a long-time resident of Greater Sudbury living Downtown, Derek embraces his Scottish heritage, acknowledges the stark realities of Downtown Sudbury while staying optimistic and hopeful that change can happen with teamwork.
Over the last 20+ years Derek has built entrepreneurial experience across the private and non-profit sectors — from the entertainment industry (IATSE 634, Little Ray’s Nature Centre, the President’s Choice SuperDogs) to operations manager of the Northern Ontario Railroad Museum and Heritage Centre. He’s served as Director & Marketing Chair for the Downtown Sudbury BIA, President of the Sudbury Arts Council, and on the boards of Theatre Cambrian and Sudbury Indie Cinema.
🏆 2015 · 40 Under 40
🎖️ 2012 · Queen’s Jubilee Plaque
⭐ 2011 · Young Male Professional of the Year
🎵 40 Years · Scottish Pipe Band Tradition
Plan 180 — Leading by Example
Introducing “Plan 180” — the roadmap for the first 180 days in office as Ward 10 city councillor. Focused on the positive, uplifting change that happens when everyone comes together with a plan.
Get Involved
Make a difference in the election
A vibrant Sudbury doesn’t happen alone. Ward 10 is the largest area of Sudbury — from Downtown to Loach’s Road, home to over 16,000 residents. We’d love to have you join the team and move forward together.
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Request a Lawn Sign
Show your support on your street — signs make a real difference in a ward this size.
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Volunteer Your Time
Canvassing, events, spreading the word — every hour helps us reach more neighbours.
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Donate
Fuel the campaign — signs, print and outreach across 21.4 square kilometres.
Grab a coffee with Derek ☕
Questions about the plan? Want to talk about your street, your park, your business? Reach out — Derek returns his calls.